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 | August 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

David Melnyk did an incredible job for me!

I live outside of South Carolina. It is a beautiful state and we have loved ones who live there as well. I received a traffic ticket while in South Carolina. I originally hired a different law firm to help me and they were very pleasant to speak with but I did not feel confident that they were making... progress with my case. I contacted David Melnyk and asked if he would help me and he agreed to do so. From the moment I met him I found myself at ease and I was confident that he would be able to help me. He has a strong positive presence and excellent communication skills which helped a great deal with this case. My chances of prevailing were not good as the mitigating circumstances were difficult to present. It would require the skill of a very good attorney in order to have the ticket dismissed. That is exactly what David Melnyk brought to this case. I highly recommend David Melnyk for anyone needing help with traffic issues or anything else he does. This review is long but it is truthful and a positive review of David Melnyk is richly deserved. As I mentioned my chances of prevailing were about that of a snowball chances in the theological place of eternal punishment and yet David Melnyk was able to make the difference. I was very happy and relieved with the outcome. The ticket was dismissed. Thank you again David Melnyk. I want to remain somewhat anonymous but I will leave my nickname, which is Ross:) The relief I felt as a result of the outcome is amazing!

Posted by anonymous | May 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Dismiss

While traveling through South Carolina, I received a DUI. After returning to the state I resign , I got in touch with Lawyer David Melnyk. Communicating with Mr. Melnyk on a court basis, he informed me of what happened in court/ out come dismiss.

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 Mohammad | October 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

An Excellent Attorney!

David knows all about the traffic violation related laws and issues. Got me out of a tough situation even though I sought his services at the eleventh hour.

Posted by nathan | May 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

terrible lawyer

Awful lawyer. I got a Driving under suspension 2nd offense ticket. I was referred to him by another lawyer. He charged me a grand and DID NEXT TO NOTHING. You can never get him on the phone and he won't return calls or emails. At our consultation he said it'd probably be easy to get the charge droppe...d if I got everything straight with the DMV. Well I did that (and emailed him all the proof) and 2 months go by with nothing from him. He finally called me 2 days before trial and said he could not plea down the charge because the cop was being "a hard ass". I said to him "well what did I pay you for? I could go plead guilty and it would have saved me $1,000." He then called me back the next day and said he got it down to first offense. He couldn't even tell me what the consequences were for that! I had to take it and ended up paying a fine and having my DL suspended again for 3 months. Then he never even showed up for court. It was at 2pm. At 10 am he called me to tell me he OK'd it with the judge for him no to be there. He had a doctor's appointment. Really? Total Shyster.

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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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Ray Lord

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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

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