Posted by Martha | June 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent lawyer

Melody Swilling and her staff are amazing. They listen, are compassionate, empathetic, and sincere. I could not have asked for better representation throughout the process. Melody looked out for my best interest, left no stone unturned, and won! She was absolutely the best person to have by my side l...eading up to and during the mediation. Don’t look any further!

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Posted by Teresa | July 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

She gave me my life back!

There aren't enough words to express how thankful I am for Melody Swilling and her fantastic representation on my case! I was panicking when I contacted Melody because my whole life was being turned upside down by a false accusation. Melody heard my story and immediately said the words I needed to he...ar to me at ease (to paraphrase, it went something like "I got this."). I know she gets paid to passionately defend her clients, but it appeared that Melody had personally taken on my fight. Melody made me feel as if she saw the injustice and was determined to right the wrong. I never felt like I was just a client/number. I could always reach her or her paralegal, Loddie. Someone always answered my phone calls or returned my emails (and there were many in my panicked state). I give Melody (and her team) a 10. In the courtroom, Melody was a pit bull! Don't be fooled by her calm and pleasant personality, or you might underestimate her fire in the courtroom! She was confident and highly skilled. I had no doubt that my case would be won after seeing her "go to work" in the courtroom. Melody not only won my case, but she also won several concessions that acknowledged the frivolous nature of my case. I am so thankful for Melody Swilling. She gave me my life back!

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Posted by Robert | December 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great Job. Very thoughful and smart

I was in a very tough case. Not a strong position to say the least. Melody was a very strong advocate for me, and never wavered. This is not a cheap law firm, but she did her best to keep the expenses down, as I had limited resources. At the end of the day, we won, and it was thanks in large pa...rt to the solid work of Melody Swilling.

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Posted by Rita | April 26, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very trustworthy and honest

I retained Hait, Eichelzer & Kuhn to handle my divorce. It was a very good expierence. I was very pleased with the instant response to questions by phone or emails. It took longer than I anticipated to settle, but I was told up front that it could take about a year. It was at no fault of theirs, betw...een the Sheriff's office dropping the ball at the beginning, the oppossing council taking all kinds of time off for one reason or another and various other delay tactics, we stood strong and reached a settlement. I met Melody at my free consultation. She urged me to try and talk things out with my then husband, and to let her know if i wanted to proceed. I was greatfull for her honesty. She headed up my medieation and was very strong. I was very Pleased with the outcome. I was very comfortable with their invoicing policy. After the initial retainer I was only billed for the work completed each month. My bill was higher than I expected, but again, that was due to the oppossing council's motions, phone calls and emails. Their are circumstances that you do not have any control of. I found Melody to be very aware of all phases of my case. Melody and the entire office are very honest and friendly. I will use Hait, Eichelzer & Kuhn again if need be.

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Posted by anonymous | July 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Not a good lawyer

My lawyer failed to work on my case correctly. All she did was charge me a bunch of money. I ended up having to fire her from my case and then still had the nerve to tell me I still owed her money! She refused to give me both my binders back (of the evidence that she asked for and did NOT use at a...ll). I do not recommend her as your lawyer!!

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Melody Swilling

Replied last July 27, 2020

Thank you for your feedback. I would suggest that you contact that former law firm to obtain a copy of your file and any billing questions as those decisions would have come from management and are one of many reasons I founded SFL to work more closely on client goals and ensuring clients understand their billing. As for trial strategy, I always welcome sitting down with a client post-trial to discuss any questions. Please feel free to email me directly so that we may resolve any lingering questions.

Melody Suzanne Swilling

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