MeLisa Platte Banks, Business Attorney in Northville, Michigan

MeLisa concentrates on business, employment, estate planning, family law, and internet. Each area below outlines the kind of case MeLisa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Business

  View other Business attorneys

• Employment

  View other Employment attorneys

• Estate Planning

  View other Estate Planning attorneys

• Family Law

  View other Family Law attorneys

• Internet

  View other Internet attorneys

• Probate

  View other Probate attorneys

MeLisa's primary office is at 41000 West Seven Mile Rd., Ste. 200, Northville, MI, 48167. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with MeLisa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

MeLisa discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire MeLisa for a business case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. MeLisa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does MeLisa offer a free consultation?

  MeLisa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain MeLisa's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check MeLisa's current terms during booking.

• How long do business cases in Michigan typically take?

  Simple business 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. MeLisa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can MeLisa take my case if I'm outside Northville?

  MeLisa 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 — MeLisa 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 MeLisa?

  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. MeLisa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is MeLisa accepting new business clients right now?

  MeLisa's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.