Melissa Reese Cruthirds

Melissa Reese Cruthirds

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 14 years

Family Lawyer at Saint Simons Island, GA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +10 more

300 Main St Ste 301, Saint Simons Island, GA

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 14 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2011

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in South Carolina for 14 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 2011

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Compass Law Group

300 Main St Ste 301, Saint Simons Island, GA, 31522-1838

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Melissa Reese Cruthirds's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by Della | March 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Smart, Sharp, Steady, Compassionate and Tough. The smartest decision I made was hiring Melissa Cruthirds as my attorney.

During a most difficult and confusing time, I could count on Ms. Cruthirds to always be in front of any situation that arose concerning my divorce and custody case. Both matters were extremely complicated in every way imaginable but she never appeared unnerved or caught off guard and her confidence a...nd the preparation she provided me allowed me to be calm and focused during the lengthy hearings. I was frequently impressed at her ability to think quickly, observe and present a line of questioning, regardless of who was testifying, that allowed the truth to become apparent. She never lost focus and it was obvious that it mattered to her that any and all significant information was provided to facilitate the best decisions, especially where a child's well-being was at stake. Over the lengthy period of time she represented me, and a particularly unnerving time for me, she made herself available when things arose that required fast decisions or guidance. It was obvious that she valued my input and desire to be compassionate, but that she could also be as tough as needed to fight for us. Her thoroughness in gathering information and preparation assured that we were ready and organized in court. She remained respectful of other attorneys while making her point. When all was presented and all that was left was a final decision, after observing many hours of hearings with multiple parties and attorneys, I was happy and relieved that Melissa Cruthirds was in my corner. She is a great attorney and really good person. I could not have made a better decision than choosing her to represent me. Quick, Sharp and Smart.

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Melissa Reese Cruthirds's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tara Leaptrot

Business lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I currently am employed as in-house counsel for a Georgia construction company. Melissa handled a case for the company involving a business matter and obtained great results. Her prices were extremely reasonable, she was easy to work with and responsive, she was knowledgeable, her drafting skills were impeccable and she made great decisions on strategy. As a fellow attorney, I feel confident in this referral and recommend Melissa without hesitation for any matter, whether it be divorce, child custody, business, construction, etc. She has the ability to quickly cut through the superfluous information and focus on the primary points to be addressed. Her reasoning is sound and her leadership and accountability is admirable."

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Kathleen Williams

Unknown lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Melissa is a thorough lawyer who pays attention to detail and works hard for her clients. She is an accomplished professional and it shows."

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Kathleen Williams

Juvenile law lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Outstanding YLD Affiliate, Young Lawyer's Division of the State Bar of Georgia

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Trial Attorney, Compass Law Group, LLC

2018 - 2019

Judge, City Of Brunswick

2011 - 2013

Trial Attorney, Williams Litigation Group, PC

Associations

2017 - 2017

Glynn County Bar Association

President

2016 - 2016

Glynn County Bar Association

Treasurer

2016 - 2017

Literary Guild of St. Simons Island

Website and Social Media Director

2016 - 2018

Brunswick Junior Woman's Club

Vice President

2015 - 2016

Glynn County Young Lawyers' Division

President

Sample of Legal Cases

Child Custody

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Education

2010

University of South Carolina School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

University of South Carolina

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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