David W. Melnyk

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David W. Melnyk

4.6
Rating: 4.9

Licensed for 26 years

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

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

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About David

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Speeding and Traffic Ticket 90%

90%
Criminal Defense 5%

5%
DUI and DWI 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2026 2019 2018
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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

davidmelnyklaw.com/

David W. Melnyk's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

69 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent result

My son was charged with a serious driving offense. He hired David to represent him. Ultimately, David got him a much better result that either my son or I expected (the charge was dismissed). David could improve his communication, but other than that, he does excellent work.

Posted by anonymous | March 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Highly Reccomend

I approached David for a reckless driving charge. He was very attentive to my needs and had a well-planned strategy to handle the case. He conveyed to me all the required information related to the case. He managed to get the case dismissed after a lot of deliberation. I highly recommend David to a...nyone in need of legal assistance.

Posted by Bilal | January 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

David Melnyk saved my CDL CASE DISMISSED

As a Trucker, my CDL translates to my livelihood. So it was a necessity for me to find a competent lawyer to represent me upon receiving a very damaging traffic violation. I contacted Mr. Melnyk after receiving astronomical retainer fee quotes and speaking with lawyers who I didn't think took intere...st in my situation. Honestly you never know when dealing with an attorney but after talking with him I felt a sense of ease Mr. Melnyk explained to me his strategy of how he was going to attack my case. After a short period of time we got the results in which we wanted. CASE DISMISSED!!! He was very honest and straightforward with me of what he could and couldn't do. I respected and trusted his professionalism in regards to my case. I must say I am satisfied and glad that I chose David Melnyk as my attorney

Posted by Ruslan | December 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Accident case dismissed

I got into a rear end accident and was given a ticket with 4 points and a $230 fine. I proceeded to call David Melnyk and explained everything to him. I spoke to him directly and was in touch with him through the whole process. He explained that he was going to try to dismiss it and not reduce i...t. And that’s exactly what he did. The communication and results were very good. I would definitely recommend this attorney.

Posted by Kelly | January 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Good lawyer

I contacted Mr. Melnyk about a traffic ticket I received. He was very professional and explained exactly what the process would be, and was able to get my ticket dismissed.

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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:  4.9 (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

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Clemson University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Bankruptcy 101

Bankruptcy 101

Languages

English

Activity

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