Jonathan Stephen Melton

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Jonathan Stephen Melton

also known as Jonathan Melton, Jonathan S. Melton

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Family Lawyer at Raleigh, NC
Practice Areas: Family, Appeals

1101 Haynes Street, Suite 201, Raleigh, NC

Virtual Consultation Available

About Jonathan

Biography

I am a Board Certified Specialist in Family Law. I handle all aspects of divorce and family law, and a portion of my practice is focused on family law appeals.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Family 70%

70%
Appeals 30%

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 325-325 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 14 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Gailor Hunt Davis Taylor & Gibbs, PLLC

1101 Haynes Street, Suite 201, Raleigh, NC, 27604

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Jonathan Stephen Melton's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best!

Jonathan is fantastic. I left my consult with him at the beginning of my separation feeling empowered with information and at ease. He has been so helpful every step of the wayx

Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Helpful!

Jonathan was helpful through my case and has continued to be helpful even after a year!

Posted by Kara | November 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best of the best!!!

Let’s face it, custody cases are hard. They’re stressful, exhausting and complicated. And when you find yourself in the midst of one, you need a true professional advocating for your child’s best interest. I found just that in Jonathan Melton. Mr. Melton is very well versed in all realms of fami...ly law. He’s sharp, intelligent, accessible and even more so, he unequivocally cares about the child involved in the case. My case embodied an element of concern for the safety of my daughter. Mr. Melton worked tirelessly to secure a phenomenal outcome for us. He put standards and measures in place making sure she will always be in a safe and healthy environment. Further, his communication skills are great. He has kept me abreast to everything...every step of the way. He explains things in detail and strategized possible outcomes so that I was always “prepared.” While being in a custody case is not where I wanted to find myself, having Mr. Melton as my attorney has made my journey as smooth as possible. I urge you to set up a consultation with Mr. Melton if you, too, need a fearless crusader on your side.

Posted by anonymous | August 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

If you're getting divorced in NC, hire Jonathan

I highly recommend Jonathan Melton as your divorce attorney. He was professional, courteous, intelligent and truly cared about helping me though my divorce. He was honest and straightforward. Always answered my questions or concerns within 24 hours. He explained the process and was there for any ques...tions or concerns I had along the way. He worked quickly and efficiently to not only save the headache of the divorce, but money too. If you're getting divorced in the state of NC, hire him.

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Jonathan Stephen Melton's Lawyer Endorsements

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Susan Goetcheus

Family lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Jonathan. He is a smart negotiator and an effective litigator."

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Sheryl Friedrichs

Family lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jonathan is a good lawyer. He is well versed in all the details of his client's case and is always prepared and professional in the courtroom."

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Christopher Anglin

Family lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am impressed by Jonathan's dedication to his clients and the passion with which he represents them. He works tirelessly on their behalf and I always confident when I refer him a client that he will do a great job."

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Susan Goetcheus

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2024

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2022

North Carolina Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2021

Legal Elite, Family Law, Business North Carolina

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

North Carolina Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2020

40 Under 40, Triangle Business Journal

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

North Carolina Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

North Carolina Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

North Carolina Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Legal Elite Young Guns, Business North Carolina

2017

Legal Elite, Business North Carolina

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Associate, Gailor, Hunt, Jenkins, Davis, & Taylor, PLLC

2011 - 2013

Law Clerk, North Carolina Court of Appeals

Associations

2011 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Wake County Bar Association, Tenth Judicial District and Wake County Bar Committee

Member

2011 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Phi Delta Phi

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Cook v. Cook

Vacated and remanded.

Campbell v. Campbell

Judgment vacated

Thomas v. Thomas

Affirmed

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Education

2011

North Carolina Central University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

North Carolina State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

2019 Family Law Section Annual Meeting

Case Law Update

2018

Wake County Family Law CLE

Case Law Update

2018

2018 Family Law Section Annual Meeting

Case Law Update

2014

WCBA - Family Law Basics CLE

Tips for New Family Law Attorneys

Publications

2015

Languages

English

Activity

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