Carrie Melissa Waggoner, ADR Attorney in Lansing, Michigan
Over 15 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Elder Law, and Employment
Lansing, MI
Practicing adr in Lansing since 2011.
- 15+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Carrie Melissa Waggoner is an attorney based in Lansing, MI. The practice focuses on ADR, Elder Law, and Employment. Carrie has over 15 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Lansing, MI
- Experience
- over 15 years
- Known for
- ADR · Elder Law · Employment
- Handles ADR, Elder Law, and Employment matters from Lansing, MI.
- Over 15 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Carrie Melissa Waggoner: Carrie Melissa Waggoner is an attorney based in Lansing, MI. The practice focuses on ADR, Elder Law, and Employment. Carrie has over 15 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Carrie Melissa Waggoner
Carrie concentrates on adr, elder law, employment, environmental, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Carrie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Elder Law
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Employment
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Environmental
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General
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ADR cases in Lansing, Michigan
Carrie takes adr matters in Lansing, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carrie agrees to represent you.
Elder Law cases in Lansing, Michigan
Carrie takes elder law matters in Lansing, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carrie agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Lansing, Michigan
Carrie takes employment matters in Lansing, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carrie agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Lansing, Michigan
Carrie takes environmental matters in Lansing, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carrie agrees to represent you.
General cases in Lansing, Michigan
Carrie takes general matters in Lansing, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carrie agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Carrie Melissa Waggoner — Over 15 years of Michigan adr experience
Carrie Melissa Waggoner is an attorney based in Lansing, MI. The practice focuses on ADR, Elder Law, and Employment. Carrie has over 15 years of legal experience.
Carrie Melissa Waggoner is a lawyer practicing health care law, information technology law, labor & employment law and 4 other areas of law. Carrie received a B.S. degree from Central Michigan University in 2003, and has been licensed for 15 years. Carrie practices in Lansing, MI.
Carrie's approach to adr cases
Carrie Melissa Waggoner is a lawyer practicing health care law, information technology law, labor & employment law and 4 other areas of law. Carrie received a B.S. degree from Central Michigan University in 2003, and has been licensed for 15 years. Carrie practices in Lansing, MI.
Clients Carrie works with
Carrie reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, elder law, and employment matters in Lansing and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Carrie Melissa Waggoner's legal education and bar admissions
Michigan State University College of Law
J.D. · 2011
Central Michigan University
B.S. · 2003
Jurisdictions
Carrie's state bar admissions
Michigan
2011 · ACTIVE
Carrie studied at J.D. in Michigan State University College of Law and B.S. in Central Michigan University.
Law school and academic background
Carrie completed J.D. in Michigan State University College of Law and B.S. in Central Michigan University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Carrie runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Carrie Melissa Waggoner's office in Lansing
Carrie's primary office is at 2119 Northampton Way, Lansing, MI, 48912-3529. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Carrie Melissa Waggoner — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Carrie usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Carrie charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carrie's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Carrie will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Lansing, Michigan
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Carrie
Carrie discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Carrie confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Carrie's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Carrie Melissa Waggoner
How much does it cost to hire Carrie for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Carrie walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Carrie offer a free consultation?
Carrie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carrie's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Carrie's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Michigan typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Carrie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Carrie take my case if I'm outside Lansing?
Carrie is licensed in Michigan. Matters governed by Michigan law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Carrie will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Carrie?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Carrie will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Carrie accepting new adr clients right now?
Carrie's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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