Melissa L Isaak

Melissa L Isaak

4.2
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 18 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Montgomery, AL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody

2815 B Zelda Road, Montgomery, AL

About Melissa

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Child Custody 50%

19 years | 500 cases

50%
Divorce and Separation 50%

19 years | 500 cases

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 17 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2008

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Alabama for 18 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 2008

Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

The Isaak Law Firm

2815 B Zelda Road, Montgomery, AL, 36106

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Melissa L Isaak's Reviews

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4.2 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Lack of attention to detail

I was not at all happy with the service I received. I could not get Melissa to return a phone call within a 72hr period, approximately 2 hours before court I got a call from her office needing all sorts of paperwork and I had called her office approx 3 days prior to see if they needed anything, sho...wed up for court and got all emotional with the other lawyer and filled to even ask for what I really wanted because she had not reviewed the case in so long. Following court she had to re-accomplish several documents several times because of attention to detail. When I showed up at her office to sign the final paperwork to took over an hour because she does not provide her secretary or legal assistant with ADOBE PRO which would allow them to modify a PDF document versus having to retype and whiteout and copy the document. I overall was not impressed. Also be careful, I specifically asked did it make a difference if I paid in cash/check or credit card. I was told it did not. I received a bill with over $70.00 worth of credit card processing fees.

Melissa Isaak

Replied last October 27, 2016

This is obviously a false review, since I have never had to "re-accomplish several documents several times because of attention to detail." This happens from time to time, when women will be upset because of the outcome of a case, or perhaps someone who disagrees with the premise of my firm. Clients have access to the lawyers, the assistants and none has ever emailed me with any complaints listed above.

Posted by Joey | June 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney

hire her

found her on this website and sent her an email. Her office called me back and when i went to see her she shot straight with me and told me the truth. Some of the truth was that i was doing things wrong. I didn't feel like i was being judged and i knew she truly wanted to help me. Guys this woma...n is the real deal.

Posted by Richard | March 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Feel better. This firm really helps men.

This firm really helps men. I went into see her and knew that right away her intentions were in the right place. I was a little bit nervous because my first lawyer was paid way more money than what she was worth and didn't help me. I left Melissa's firm feeling like I had the skills to parent with... my ex even though we were divorced and got a refund because my case settled and I didn't expect that. Hopefully I never need another lawyer again but if I do I will use Melissa again!

Posted by Jason | February 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

She represents men!

Melissa understands what men have to deal with. I hired her at the end of 2014 and my case was resolved at the end of 2015. Everything you read shows that the courts are stacked against the father. I was an unmarried father with children in the south so I thought I was screwed. I'm happy to report th...at Melissa represented me fantastically and I now have the custody that my children and I deserve. I highly recommend her to other fathers out there.

Posted by Jeremy | November 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

happy, happy, happy!!!

After reading through her reviews, I have to agree that I was a happy man after our case. What drew me to Melissa was that she was a therapist before being a lawyer. I hired her a couple years ago when my son was having problems at school with his behavior and my ex was blaming everything on me. T...urns out after a long questioning of my son's therapist, my ex was telling my son what to say against me. I am convinced that had Melissa not have her background as a therapist, it would have been missed. Melissa was the third lawyer on the case and the only lawyer who understood the emotional needs of my son. Two years later all is well and my ex has been exposed. I have sent several people to Melissa who have all been pleased with her representation. Melissa is one of the few lawyers that can actually understand from a psychological standpoint what needs of kids are and I would not hire anyone else.

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Melissa L Isaak's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jon Lewis

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Melissa is a very good attorney. She has a varied background, and that history provides her with a good perspective on her clients' needs. Melissa is aggressive, smart, and innovative. I recommend her for personal injury and social security work."

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Rhett Klok

Civil rights lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Melissa is one of the most tenacious, zealous and loyal attorneys when it comes to representing her clients. I have had the pleasure of working with her and observed how she applies that tenacity into results for her clients."

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Chantale Suttle

Family lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. She has a pro-family, but not anti-mom approach, and she is a true champion for dads. I am a Miami attorney, having worked with Melissa on policy and education in the realm of equal parenting. I am so glad to see the work she is doing in Alabama."

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Gregory Cade

Child custody lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Melissa is a dedicated, diligent and professional attorney, bound to solve even the most complex and challenging cases. She is a top notch attorney in her areas of practice and a well respected lawyer in the legal community. I recommend her quality services without hesitation to anyone seeking legal representation."

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Victoria Anderson

Child custody lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Melissa, will work aggressively and vigorously to fight for your rights. She believes every child has a right to 2 parents and she will defend your right all the way unlike the end. She is knowledgable and professional. I endorse this attorney."

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Gregory Hunt

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Suzanne Klok

Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Melissa Isaak is a sharp attorney who advocates relentlessly for her clients. She is tenacious in her representation and you know you are in good hands if Melissa is working on your case."

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Lisa Dent

Family lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Other

"I have had the honor of representing a mutual client of Ms. Isaak's in an unrelated matter. When I called her for clarification of issues in her case, her staff was top-notch, she returned my phone call quickly, and I could not have been more impressed by her intellect, and her recall of, interest in, and passion for the case. Our client's trust in her is well-founded, and I would not hesitate to recommend her in future. "A lady and a scholar.""

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Bradley Fisher

Unknown lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Her answers and insight prove that she is able to offer clear and concise advice and to move her clients in the best direction based on her knowledge of the law."

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Howard Lewis

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Isaak is an outstanding attorney with an excellent reputation. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly endorse her."

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Brian Carmichael

Wrongful death lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Personal Injury Attorney Melissa Isaak provides aggressive representation for her clients insuring that their interests are always being protected."

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Chantale Suttle

Family lawyer

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Jerry Blevins

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Austin Burdick

Constitutional lawyer

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Howard Lewis

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Rhett Klok

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2001

Good Conduct Medal, United States Army

2000

Army Commendation Medal, United States Army

1997

Army Service Ribbon, United States Army

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Legal Director, The Fathers Rights Movement

2015 - Present

JAG Lawyer, Alabama Army National Gaurd

2009 - Present

Owner/Lawyer, Isaak Law Firm

2008 - Present

Adjunct Professor of Criminal Justice, Troy University

2009 - 2012

Lawyer, Law Office of Melissa L. Isaak LLC

2008 - 2009

Associate, Brock & Stout LLC

2007 - 2007

Certified Legal Intern, Barry University School of Law Legal Clinic

2003 - 2004

Adjunct Professor of Criminal Justice, Troy University

2002 - 2003

Researcher, United States Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory

2001 - 2002

Therapist, Dothan Behavioral Medicine Clinic

2001 - 2004

Adjunct Professor of Psychology, Wallace Community College

1997 - 2001

Active Duty Soldier, United States Army

Associations

2017 - Present

Foster Child Task Force

Committee Member

2017 - Present

Military Law Committee

Co-chair

2016 - Present

Alabama Law Institute Family Law Committee

Committee Member

2008 - Present

Alabama State Bar Association

Bar Member

2008 - Present

Florida State Bar Association

Bar Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Paternity established after death of solider/father

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Education

2015

The Judge Advocate General's Legal Center and School

JAG Attorney

2003

Troy University (main campus)

M.S.

2001

Troy University - Dothan campus

M.S.

N/A

Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School Of Law

Law

Speaking Engagements

2018

Strafford Online Webinar

Drafting Prenuptial Agreements

2017

Scientific Data and Trends Affecting Family Law

Scientific Data and Child Custody

2016

Webinar CLE

Representing Men in Divorce

2016

Townhall Meeting

Divorce, Custody and Support Informational Workshop

2016

Hot Topics in Custody Proceedings

Latest Research on Custody

2016

Clear Law Institute

Representing Men in Divorce

2016

CLE Representing Men in Divorce

Representing Men in DIvorce

2015

Developments and Trends Affecting Family Law

Family Law CLE speaker

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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