David W. Melnyk

David W. Melnyk

4.6
Rating: 4.8

Licensed for 26 years

Speeding and traffic ticket Lawyer at Columbia, SC
Practice Areas: Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Estate Planning, DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

1803 Hampton St, Melnyk Law Firm P.C., Columbia, SC

About David

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in South Carolina for 26 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 1999

Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021

Location

Melnyk Law Firm, PC

1803 Hampton St, Melnyk Law Firm P.C., Columbia, SC, 29201

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David W. Melnyk's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

60 Client Reviews

Posted by Stephen | May 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Complete Satisfaction

I engaged Mr. Melnyk to represent me concerning a traffic citation. He was professional, prompt with his communication, and reliable to follow up on my case. I never met Mr. Melnyck, but I'm glad that he contacted me about my ticket and helped me with navigating the South Carolina court system.

Posted by Jeff | March 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Speeding ticket

It had been 8 years since I last got a speeding ticket, and the cost for representation had gone up, but David Melnik's fee was still comparatively reasonable. I did have to take a four hour Defensive Driving course to have the ticket dismissed, but David handled everything else without any issues, ...and I never had to appear in the courthouse in a neighboring state.

Posted by Will | May 9, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very good Attorney and very diligent!

Mr David was given my case on Friday night and had to appear in court on Monday. He was able to get my ticket dismissed and get a non moving violation. I would definitely recommend him. I am an out of state citizen and did what he promised.

Posted by David | May 5, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Speeding ticket 89 in 66

I was issued a speeding ticket in Myrtle Beach, SC in June of 2023. When I returned to MD, I received mail from David Melnyk's law firm to represent me. Well, he did an amazing job at representing me. Outside of the reasonable attorney fee. I didn’t pay a dime and my case was dismissed. I didn't pay ...the ticket fees paid, and I didn't pay the court cost, just attorney fees. I had an officer that didn’t want to give me a break and for almost a year David provided updates and kept me in the loop as to what was going on. I was so relieved to have this behind me and thanks so much for your assistance in getting this ticket dismissed. Throughout the entire process, he kept me updated and in the loop. Highly recommended!!!

Posted by ALEX | February 5, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Cutomer Review

I was issued a speeding ticket in GEORGETOWN, SC in June of 2023. When I returned to MD, I received mail from David Melnyk's law firm to represent me. Well, represent they did. Outside of the attorney fee. I only paid $40 for an online defensive driving course, and my case was dismissed. I didn't pa...y the ticket fees paid, and I didn't pay the court cost. Throughout the entire process, he kept me updated every step of the way. He is highly recommended.

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David W. Melnyk's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Stone

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. David is very respected in our community. Not only is he smart - he cares for his clients. I have seen him in court countless times make zeals arguments on behalf of his clients."

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Ray Lord

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David has a keen analytical mind, and I know he is dedicated to obtaining the best possible result for his clients. David is a well known for criminal defense, bankruptcy, and family law, that has been practicing for many years in SC. He has a good reputation for doing excellent work, and would be a good choice to handle a bankruptcy, criminal defense, or family court case."

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Daniel Stone

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Ray Lord

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

Experience

Rating:  4.8 (Concern)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.

Public Reprimand issued in SC, 2021

updated on 08/05/2021

Public reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Work Experience

2003 - Present

President, Melnyk Law Firm, PC

2002 - 2003

Attorney, Buell Reeves, Esq.

Associations

1999 - Present

SC BAR ASSOCIATION

Education

1999

University of South Carolina School of Law

1996

Clemson University

BA History

Speaking Engagements

2013

Bankruptcy 101

Bankruptcy 101

Languages

English

Activity

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