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also known as Melanie Jayashankar
I have successfully represented claimants all over Middle and West Tennessee, Alabama, and Kentucky. Call today for a free initial consultation! There are no attorney fees unless we win your case!
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5865 Ridgeway Ctr Pkwy, Suite 300, Memphis, TN, 38120
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Posted by Barbara | August 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Disability case
Thank you all for assisting me with my disability case. It's been along road for me and I am glad that it is over. Thank you for listening to me and keeping me posted on everything. I am so glad that you showed me respect and kindness threw this huge change in my life. God Bless you all at MJ Law off...
So glad we could help!
Posted by Cathi | March 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
My wonderful lawyer
Going through the disability prosses is a very difficult task for anyone. .my lawyer was just wonderful and caring..she took on my case and did all the work once I got my papers filled out..the hardest part is the wait..she did all the calling for records and took the strain off of me..her assistant ...
You are so sweet. Thank you for those kind words. I'm so happy we were able to help you!
Posted by Lisa | June 05, 2019 | Social Security Disability
I'm over it now
After 20 years, I was finally approved for income. I don't quite understand, both times I was in car accidents. I was sitting still at a red-light, n knocked into the media. It changed my life as well as my daughters. I didn't ask for the change in my life it just happened . My lawyer could hear the...
Thank you Lisa. It has been such a long journey for you, and I'm glad we could finally get you the resolution you needed.
Posted by Lashell | April 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
AWESOME JOB
MJ Law Firm did an awesome job with my disability case. They're Service was very prompt when I hired them. MJ Law Firm always kepted me updated with my case. They always took out the time to speak to me and discuss my case thoroughly. They always spoke to me very respectfully and patiently.
Thank you for choosing us. It was a privilege to represent you.
Posted by Jana | April 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
SSD
They helped me get my disability. Anytime I called with questions they were answered promptly. Called me back in a timely manner. Always very nice and courteous.
We appreciated the opportunity to help you!
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Apr 07
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"Melanie focuses exclusively in social security disability and therefore is a "go-to" for any person who needs assistance in getting their disability approved. I know she is extremely dedicated to her clients and will provide you with the attention and compassion you deserve!"
"Mrinalini is an outstanding attorney and advocate for the disabled. I have seen her in action in Court, and I am very impressed with her ability to get results for her clients. She will go the extra mile for her clients and she make it a priority for every client to feel like the got the attention and time that they deserve. This is a very rare quality to find in a disability attorney."
Employment and labor lawyer
2019
Client's Choice, Avvo
2018
Pro Bono Honor Roll, Tennessee Bar Association
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2016
Pro Bono Honor Roll, Tennessee Bar Association
2008
license, United States Patent & Trademark Office
2002
Dean's List, Dean
2001
National Merit Scholar, National Merit Scholarship
2001
Dean's List, Dean
2015 - Present
Owner/Attorney, MJ Law Firm LLC
2012 - 2015
Associate attorney, Purcell Sellers & Craig
2009 - 2011
Associate Attorney, Dale Buchanan & Ass.
2008 - 2009
Law Clerk, Conasauga Judicial Circuit
2007 - 2007
Summer Associate, Leitner, Williams, Dooley & Napolitan
2006 - 2006
Legal Intern, Synergy Parametrics
2006 - 2006
Research Assistant, University Of Georgia School Of Law
2004 - 2004
Pre-Law Intern, Georgia Tech Legal Department
2002 - 2002
Intern, GE Power Systems
2016 - Present
Business Networking InternationalMember
2015 - Present
National Organization of Social Security Claimants RepresentativesMember
2013 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of TennesseeMember
2012 - Present
United States Court of Appeals For the Sixth CircuitMem
2010 - Present
United States District Court for the Western District of TennesseeMember
2008 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
2013 - 2015
Howell Edmunds Jackson American Inn of CourtAssociate Member
2012 - 2016
Jackson-Madison County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2012
Mock TrialJudge for student mock trial
2009 - 2016
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2009
Mock TrialInstructor for high school students
2006 - 2008
Journal of Intellectual PropertyManaging Board Notes Editor
2005 - 2008
Asian Law Students AssociationTreasurer and NASABA volunteer
2005 - 2008
Student Bar AssociationMember
2005 - 2008
Women Law Students AssociationMember
2002 - 2005
National industrial Engineering Honor SocietyMember
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Social Security Disability Basics
2017
The Many Faces of Disability
2016
Mental Health Disability Benefits
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