Mrinalini R. Jayashankar

Mrinalini R. Jayashankar

also known as Melanie Jayashankar

5.0
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 17 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at Memphis, TN
Practice Areas: Social Security

5865 Ridgeway Ctr Pkwy, Suite 300, Memphis, TN

About Mrinalini

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

25%-25%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 17 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 17 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2008

Inactive Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

MJ Law Firm LLC

5865 Ridgeway Ctr Pkwy, Suite 300, Memphis, TN, 38120

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Mrinalini R. Jayashankar's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

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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 ...called from time to time to update the prosses and reassurance..I could call any time with questions and moral support..to make a long story short ..she got me my disability. .a very nice and wonderful woman..I am truly grateful to her ..once we went to court it happened very quickly. .thank you from the bottom of my heart MRINALINI R. JAYASHANKAR and her assistant CHANTELLE

Mrinalini Jayashankar

Replied last March 09, 2020

You are so sweet. Thank you for those kind words. I'm so happy we were able to help you!

Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Ms.

My name is Marilyn, I'm writing this review to let everyone know that MJ Law Firm fights until the end. I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia and my lawyer and her team fought until I was able to receive disability. My lawyer, Mrinalini R. Jayashanker, along with Chantel has did a great job in fighting t...his battle to help me see how a lawyer's firm works together. I really do appreciate the hard work that was put into this case by MJ Law Firm. It may have taken a while, but they fought the fight and conquered the battle! From emails to phone calls, letters, even court, whatever it took to assure me, as a client, that it wasn't over. They always kept me up to date with the information that was needed. I am so elated with joy! I do recommend and will tell everyone if you're looking for a lawyers firm to help you win your case, choose MJ Law Firm. I will tell everyone I come in contact with, if you're looking to conquer in your battle, never hesitate for one second, choose MJ Law Firm! I thank each and everyone of you at MJ Law Firm from the bottom of my heart.

Mrinalini Jayashankar

Replied last January 15, 2020

Thank you so much. It was our pleasure to advocate for you!

Posted by Kimberly | July 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Excellent Service

I had an excellent experience with MJ Law! Mrinalini always made me feel like I was her #1 client. She and her staff always explained in detail everything that was or would happen. They always treated me with respect and were sensitive to my needs. She won my case and was even complimented by the ju...dge for her excellent work she presented for my case. I would definitely recommend MJ Law to anyone needing help with their disability case!!!! Thank you MJ Law!!!!!

Mrinalini Jayashankar

Replied last July 08, 2019

Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a privilege to advocate for you, and I'm so happy we were able to get you the help you need.

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... depression in my voice when she talked to me and she could tell I was tired of being rejected and I thank god for her and what she has done for me and my family.

Mrinalini Jayashankar

Replied last June 05, 2019

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.

Mrinalini Jayashankar

Replied last April 02, 2019

Thank you for choosing us. It was a privilege to represent you.

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Mrinalini R. Jayashankar's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jessica Salonus

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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!"

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Sara Khaki

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Jessica Salonus

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Honors

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

Work Experience

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

Associations

2016 - Present

Business Networking International

Member

2015 - Present

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

Member

2013 - Present

United States District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee

Member

2012 - Present

United States Court of Appeals For the Sixth Circuit

Mem

2010 - Present

United States District Court for the Western District of Tennessee

Member

2008 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

2013 - 2015

Howell Edmunds Jackson American Inn of Court

Associate Member

2012 - 2016

Jackson-Madison County Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2012

Mock Trial

Judge for student mock trial

2009 - 2016

Tennessee Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2009

Mock Trial

Instructor for high school students

2006 - 2008

Journal of Intellectual Property

Managing Board Notes Editor

2005 - 2008

Asian Law Students Association

Treasurer and NASABA volunteer

2005 - 2008

Student Bar Association

Member

2005 - 2008

Women Law Students Association

Member

2002 - 2005

National industrial Engineering Honor Society

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

K.W Disability Client

Fully Favorable

T.H. Social Security Disability client

Fully Favorable

D.B Social Security Disability client

Fully Favorable

B.A.C Social Security Disability Client

Fully Favorable

J.B Social Security Client

Fully Favorable

E.H. Social Security Disability Client

Fully Favorable

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Education

2008

University of Georgia

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

Georgia Institute of Technology

B.S.

Speaking Engagements

2017

Showcase Presentation

Social Security Disability Basics

2017

Showcase Presentation

The Many Faces of Disability

2016

Breaking Barriers in Mental Health

Mental Health Disability Benefits

2015

Publications

Languages

English

Tamil

Activity

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