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

Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Alan Scott | April 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Expert Professional with Exceptional Results -

I usually don’t write reviews but given the extraordinary assistance and exceptional results that I received from attorney, David Melnyk, I felt compelled to do so. While visiting my daughter over the holidays, I managed to momentarily exceed the speed limit by quite a bit on one of the expresswa...ys running through Spartanburg, SC. Typical? No. Unintentional? Yes. Extenuating circumstances? Of course. Was I speeding? Indeed, I was… and the State Trooper affirmed it with a ticket alleging an infraction that was technically a misdemeanor, accompanied by a hefty fine. Being from out-of-state and not likely able to return for a court date that was pushed back due to the Covid-19 pandemic, I was contemplating just paying the ticket. However, I would be facing multiple points on my license and sizeable hikes to my insurance premiums for the foreseeable future. Fortunately, I was smart enough to seek legal counsel from Mr. Melnyk. When I telephoned him, David was approachable, highly professional, sympathetic to my circumstances and appeared to be extremely experienced in these matters. He came-up with a viable strategy as we spoke, and I immediately retained his services. David took it from there and was attentive throughout the entire process. I never had to travel or speak to anyone other than David. Gratefully, his plan and overall expert tactic was vastly successful. The charges and corresponding fine were significantly reduced… no longer a misdemeanor on my record. David exceeded my expectations, and I couldn’t be more pleased. If you find yourself faced with a legal issue, I highly recommend seeking the expert services of attorney, David Melnyk. Thank you once again, David… you did an amazing job.

Posted by Reilly | June 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Minor in possession charge

I was recommended to Mr. Melnyk through a colleague of his, and he handled the case extremely well. I live outside of South Carolina, and Mr. Melnyk was able to handle almost all of the case without me present, and in the end the charge was completely dismissed.

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 | Criminal Defense

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 Turner | December 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Job!

David argued a feloniuos reckless driving ticket down to dismissed. Sticking it out he fought the State Supreme Court’s decision on traffic tickets and sought the best outcome for me. Even after moving to Texas David still treated me as if were still in Columbia. Thanks David.

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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

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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