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State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2009
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State: Maryland
Acquired: 2007
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Posted by Karen | February 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Attorney Melanie Mfume, protected me from what might have been one of the worst tragedy I faced in my life, homelessness. The cards were so stacked against me and my situation, yet she took my case; without reservation went to bat and gave the chance to redeem myself and get myself repositioned to ge...
Posted by Holly | September 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Ms. Mfume listened carefully to all of our concerns during our initial consultation and quickly offered a variety of insightful, practical avenues for resolving our issue, therefore earning our trust and respect from the start. She handled our landlord-tenant matter with utmost professionalism and he...
Posted by Eunice | September 4, 2022 | Hired Attorney
It was really nice working with Mfume to work on and review my prenup! The communication was smooth and she explained everything clearly!
Posted by Adam | May 17, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
My name is SSgt Gonzalez, Adam and I would like to leave a real life testimony about my attorney, Ms. Melanie M. Mfume. I had a very 1-sided marriage and battled a toxic separation for 2 years, during a pandemic to get time with my son and financially on my feet. Being Active Duty Military I was stil...
Posted by anonymous | July 16, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
I needed a clarification my Mortgage case on whether to pursue cancelling the mortage or not. Melanie called me and explained me the law. I took the right decision. Highl Recommend
"Melanie Mfume is a tough, smart lawyer who has an incredible court presence. Her knowledge of foreclosure defense is unparalleled. Her decade+ of lawyering shows! She is the most efficient lawyer that I know, which means value for you as a client. I highly recommend that you contact Melanie, today!"
"I have referred cases to Melanie and she has obtained great results. She is a very passionate and determined attorney. She truly fights for the rights of her clients."
"I highly recommend this lawyer. Melanie is a dedicated, detail-oriented attorney who works tirelessly for her clients' best interest. Her work ethic and integrity are second to none."
Real estate lawyer
Litigation lawyer
2015
Leadership Development Program, Maryland State Bar Association Leadership Academy
2014
Member Attorney of the Year, Civil Justice Network
2009
Volunteer of the Year, Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service
2008 - Present
Attorney / Owner, Law Office of Melanie Murray Mfume, LLC
2023 - Present
Creative Visions Social ServicesBoard Member
2010 - Present
Various Housing Counseling Agencies in Maryland and District of ColumbiaOf Counsel
2009 - Present
District of Columbia BarMember
2008 - Present
Maryland Foreclosure Prevention Pro Bono ProjectMentor Attorney
2007 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2017
Pro Bono Resource Center of MarylandBoard Member
2010 - 2013
St. Ambrose Legal Advisory CommitteeMember
2008 - 2017
CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate)Volunteer
2007 - 2007
KidsaveVolunteer
2006
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
BS - Bachelor of Science
2017
Foreclosure and loss mitigation in post-HAMP world / CFPB regulations
2015
Foreclosure and mediation
2013
Testified as a foreclosure expert
2013
Pro Se Mediation Presentation
2017
2017
English
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