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Melanie Wright
also known as Melanie Caldwell
About Melanie
Biography
Attorney Melanie Caldwell Wright is an associate attorney with the Simms Firm. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and Criminology, Law and Society from George Mason University. She earned her J.D. from Liberty University, School of Law.
During Attorney Wright's academic tenure, she gained extensive experience at the Commonwealth Attorney’s Office in both Newport News and Hampton, Virginia. In addition, she actively litigated cases at the Public Defender’s Office in Lynchburg, Virginia. As a member of Liberty University’s Trial Team, she earned the prestigious Virginia Trail Advocacy Award, which recognizes excellence in litigation skill and technique.
Attorney Wright has also worked with the National African American Drug Policy (NAADPC) as an outreach coordinator where she focused on national drug prevention by briefing and educating Washington D.C.’s youth on drug prevention and affects. The NAADPC gave Attorney Caldwell great insight on the legal issues faced by our clients.
Attorney Wright currently specializes in Federal and State Criminal Defense cases with an emphasis on White Collar Criminal defense matters. Attorney Wright is a relentless and aggressive advocate for the firm’s clients.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
45%
10 years
Federal Crime
30%
10 years
White Collar Crime
20%
10 years
Expungement
5%
10 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Virginia for 10 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2015
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Location
Law Offices of Melanie Wright
10560 Main Street, Suite 510, Fairfax, VA, 22030
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Posted by anonymous | August 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Victim Representation
Attorney Caldwell is an excellent attorney and I would highly recommend her. I hired her for victim representation during an assault case and I was extremely nervous about the proceedings and the possibility of testifying. Attorney Caldwell had several meetings with me to make sure I felt prepared, m...
Melanie Wright's Lawyer Endorsements
"Passionate about her clients and has a great understanding of criminal law."
"I endorse this lawyer - Melanie is a hardworking and dedicated attorney."
"Melanie is an extremely hardworking advocate for her clients. She is fearless in the courtroom, and will go the extra mile to ensure her clients are protected! I highly endorse Melanie Wright."
"Melanie is a hardworking and highly skilled attorney with a remarkable aptitude for criminal defense."
"I endorse Melanie for criminal law, federal law, and all other fields of her practice. She is genuinely concerned about her clients and does the best to defend their interests. She is diligent in her work and very knowledgeable in her field."
"Melanie is an intelligent, diligent attorney who has her clients' best interests at heart. She is in the profession for all the right reasons and truly wants to help people."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Virginia Trial Advocacy Award, Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Associate Attorney, The Simms Firm, PLC
Associations
2016 - Present
Northern Virginia Black Attorneys AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Fairfax Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Virginia Women Attorneys Association (Northern Virginia chapter)Member
2015 - Present
Virginia Bar Association
2015 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
2015 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Education
2015
Liberty University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2012
George Mason University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
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15 Nov 2016
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02 Nov 2016
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What does 12 months suspended for 3 years mean?
29 Oct 2016