C. Melody Edwardo

C. Melody Edwardo

also known as Melody Edwardo, Melody Cunningham

4.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 21 years

Child support Lawyer at Raleigh, NC
Practice Areas: Child Support, Child Custody, Criminal Defense ... +2 more

16 W. Martin Street, Suite 604, Raleigh, NC

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 21 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2004

Active

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Location

Law Offices of C. Melody Edwardo, PLLC

16 W. Martin Street, Suite 604, Raleigh, NC, 27601

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C. Melody Edwardo's Reviews

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4.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

5 star (3)
4 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by Timothy | April 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best. Lawyer. Ever!

Melody is personable and knowledgeable. We enjoyed working with her and will definitely contact her again if we need someone to represent us in another matter. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for representation.

Posted by Timothy Spahr | April 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Overworked and No Integrity

I hired Melody for a simple breach of contract case. Melody is inexperienced and has taken on too many cases. She is too concerned with profit and gave me substandard service. She let my case drag on for years, failed to communicate and then she withdrew when she realized she could be liable for bad ...advice she gave. If you are looking for a good attorney, I would suggest you keep on looking.

Posted by Jennifer | February 9, 2013

She's the most honest lawyer you'll find!

I heard about Melody through a friend of mine and after reaching my wits end with so many lawyers that didn't deliver, I decided to meet with her in hopes that she would be different. She was very refreshing. Melody didn't waste time pretending and sugar coating, she got right down to it and told m...e what exactly was possible and what would be a waste of time and money. She said, and I quote, " I'm a Christian woman so I'm going to be honest with you, I can sit here and tell you everything you want to hear and say that I can make things happen that wont and take your money like most lawyers would, or I can be honest with you." I had been waiting to find someone who would actually set aside their financial gain and tell me the truth and that's what I got. I would recommend her to anyone and in fact I already have.

Posted by Tracey Scheltinga | October 21, 2012

I would recommend!

I am writing this recommendation based on my professional association with C. Melody Edwardo this year (2012). I hired Ms. Edwardo to represent me in a traffic case. I have found Ms. Edwardo to be honest and straightforward in her approach to her legal business. She has demonstrated a high degre...e of loyalty and trustworthiness. She kept me informed of any particular paperwork that was needed from my end and did so in a timely manner. Ms. Edwardo carried out her obligations with vigor and resolve. I would recommend her without reservation.

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C. Melody Edwardo's Lawyer Endorsements

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Steven Saad

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Melody is one of the most respected criminal attorneys in our community and for good reason. She is intelligent, committed, and highly approachable. In my years of practicing with Melody, I have continuously been impressed by her demeanor and devotion to the rights and needs of her clients."

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Kellie Gonzalez

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a zealous advocate for her clients."

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Anton Lebedev

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. C. Melody Edwardo is a very passionate and highly professional attorney."

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Inez Simmons

Child support lawyer | Sep 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Ward

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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J. Williams

Child custody lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Melody is highly skilled and one of the most friendly and genuine attorneys you will find."

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Seth Blum

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse C. Melody. She is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Seth Blum

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Defense Attorney, Law offices of C. Melody Edwardo

Associations

Wake County Academy of Criminal Trial Lawyers

Vice President

Education

2003

North Carolina Central University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2012

WCACTL Monthly CLE

Bonds and Bond Hearings

Languages

English

Spanish

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