$ 300-495 per hour
Melody Z. Richardson
About Melody
Biography
I am a founding member of Richardson Bloom & Lines LLC where I practice exclusively family law. I focus primarily on complex and high asset matrimonial matters and draw on my more than 30-years of divorce litigation experience to bring practical and case-specific solutions to all of my clients. Although I have substantial litigation experience and success, I am also an active leader in the field of collaborative law.
I served as a board member of the Family Law Secton of the Atlanta Bar Association from 2002-2009, and then served as Chair of that Section. I am the receipient of the Atlanta Bar Association's Coummunity Service Award, the Atlanta Bar Associatin's Achievement Award, the Atlanta Bar Association's Professionalism Award, and the Family Law Section's Family First Award.
Please be aware that any endorsement or review posted on this site is not intended as a guaranty of any outcome. Results and outcomes of all cases vary based on the specific facts and circumstances of the case. I am only licensed to practice law in Georgia.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Alimony
20%
41 years
Child Custody
20%
41 years
Child Support
20%
41 years
Divorce and Separation
20%
41 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Georgia for 40 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Melody Z. Richardson
75 Fourteenth Street, Suite 2840, Atlanta, GA, 30309
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Posted by Kimberlee | August 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Smartest and most dedicated attorney in Atlanta
I met Ms. Richardson on the recommendation of another well-respected attorney. Several years following a divorce, I required her services for matters surrounding child support. Mostly, however, I needed someone in my child's corner who would make sure that when she had visitation, she felt safe. Ms. ...
Melody Z. Richardson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly recommend Melody Richardson. She's a great lawyer who represents her clients zealously, yet maintains the highest ethical standards. I would not hesitate to use Melody for my own family law case, or to refer friends and family to her."
"Melody is simply one of the finest practitioners of Family Law in the state. I specialize in Family Violence Law and there are few other firms I would consider equal to hers. Her associates are top notch and her clientele are some of the area's finest. I look forward to many more opportunities to work with her again in the future."
"I endorse Melody. She is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
Experience
Honors
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top 50 Women Lawyers in Georgia, Super Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Lawyers in Georgia, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Professionalism Award, Atlanta Bar Association
2015
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Georgia Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine
2014
Top 100 Attorneys In Georgia, Super Lawyers
2014
Top 50 Women Lawyers in Georgia, Super Lawyers
2013
Top 50 Women Lawyers in Georgia, Super Lawyers
2013
Top 100 Lawyers in Georgia, Super Lawyers
2013
Families First Award, Atlanta Bar Association
2013
Georgia Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Achievement Award, Atlanta Bar Association
2012
Top 50 Women Lawyers in Georgia, Super Lawyers
2009
Community Service Award, Atlanta Bar Association
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Managing Member, Richardson Bloom & Lines LLC
1997 - 2006
Owner, Melody Z. Richardson, PC
Associations
2012 - Present
Atlanta Bar AssociationChair, Law Day Committee
1985 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
2008 - 2009
Atlanta Bar AssociationChair, Family Law Section
2007 - 2008
Atlanta Bar Association, Family Law SectionChair Elect
2006 - 2007
Atlanta Bar Association, Family Law SectionSecretary
2005 - 2006
Atlanta Bar Association, Family Law SectionTreasurer
2002 - 2005
Atlanta Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember at Large
Education
1985
University of Georgia
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
Emory University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
2nd Annual High Asset and Complex Divorce Seminar
Best Practices
2014
1st Annual High Asset and Complex Divorce Seminar
Best Practices
Publications
2009
Atlanta Magazine
What Role Can a Lawyer Play for a Child in Family Court
Languages
English