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Three Paragon, 6806 Paragon Place, Suite 110, Richmond, VA, 23230
19 Client Reviews
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Posted by Casey | September 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family
Custody Case
Melissa was always professional with my case and gathered all information she needed to do an amazing job. She took the facts and presented it in a way that kept things classy and professional. She was always honest about the outcomes that could or could not happen and gave me the best possible repre...
Posted by anonymous | September 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Worst lawyer I could imagine
Ms. Vanzile is the worst attorney I have ever dealt with. During our first meeting, she assured me that my ex-wife's initial settlement offer was about twice what I should expect to settle for. After several months and twice the initial retainer amount she said it should take, she advised me to accep...
Posted by Hector | May 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Best around
She represented me in my divorce and custody case against a very uncooperative ex spouse. Melissa is the best lawyer ever, she was always looking out for the best interests of my child's and I. She really excels in the courtroom where even the judges make comments about how good she is. I would han...
Posted by anonymous | May 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
Stay Away
I used this attorney to represent me during my child support case. She gave me high hopes for my prospects in the case yet I received the worst outcome possible. I could have achieved that same outcome by representing myself and at least I wouldn't have owed attorney fees on top of my costs. The t...
Posted by Joe | February 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family
One of the Best
I would highly recommend Melissa, always a professional, well prepared. Melissa had a great ability to advise on my case in a very difficult time in my life. Melissa was able to take the emotion out of the case, help me with my children and finalize a very fair settlement. I would recommend Meliss...
"Melissa is a very thorough and knowledgeable divorce lawyer. She was well prepared and an effective advocate for her client as opposing counsel during a divorce trial we had."
"Melissa is a strong advocate for her clients in divorce, custody, support and property distribution matters. She possesses a vast knowledge of the law and issues plus tremendous skills as a litigator and negotiator. It is a privilege to practice with her at Hall and Hall."
Family lawyer
2024
Influential Women in Law Award Recipient, Virginia Lawyer's Weekly
2023
Listed for Family Law, Best Lawyers in America
2023
Family Law Attorney, SuperLawyers
2018
Top 50 Women Attorneys in Virginia, SuperLawyers
2017
Listed in Best Lawyers in America for Family Law, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Leader in the Law, Virginia Lawyers Weekly
2016
Family Law Attorney, SuperLawyers Magazine
2015
Reader's Choice for Lawyers, Richmond Times-Dispatch
2015
Family Law Attorney, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Family Law Attorney, Super Lawyers
2014
Legal Elite-Family Law, Virginia Business Magazine
2013
Family Law Attorney, SuperLawyers
2012
Rising Star, Superlawyers
2011
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2010
Young Lawyer, Legal Elite
2017 - Present
Shareholder/Attorney, Barnes & Diehl, PC
2013 - Present
Attorney, Barnes & Diehl, PC
2011 - 2013
Partner/Family Law Attorney, Hall and Hall, PLC
2004 - 2010
Family Law Attorney, Hall and Hall, PLC
Member
Member
Member
2016 - 2017
Metro Richmond Women's Bar AssociationPresident
2012 - 2018
Innsbrook RotaryMember
2011 - 2017
Metropolitan Richmond Women's Bar AssociationBoard Member
2009 - 2011
Metropolitan Women's Bar AssociationBoard Member, Co-Chair of Programs Committee
2009 - 2012
Metro Richmond Family Law Bar AssociationBoard Member, Chesterfield County Representative
2008 - 2010
St. Joseph's Villa Flagler HomeBoard Member
2008 - 2010
Virginia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2004
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
Grandparent and Third Party Custody and Visitation
2014
Custody and Visitation
2014
Financial Planning in Divorce
2011
Drafting Separation Agreements, The Who, What, Where, When and How
2011
Child Custody and Visitation
2010
The Evolving Realm of Family Law-Non-Traditional Family Units
2009
Child Custody and Visitation
2017
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2005
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