Melissa A Malouf

Melissa A Malouf

4.5
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 26 years

Family Lawyer at Jackson, MS
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +3 more

501 E Capitol St, Jackson, MS

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Licenses

Licensed in Mississippi for 26 years

State: Mississippi

Acquired: 2000

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Malouf & Malouf, PLLC

501 E Capitol St, Jackson, MS, 39201-2704

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Melissa A Malouf's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Absolutely the Best Attorney for Divorce

I met Ms. Malouf about seven years ago when I was looking for a divorce attorney. Each step of the way, she was patient yet efficient, understanding yet candid, friendly yet professional. She ALWAYS made time to answer the thousands of questions I had and explain the divorce process. She tenacio...usly mediated the case until the final settlement. Through the entire process, she was focused, professional, fair, and thorough. Although the divorce is settled and I have moved to another country, I still communicate with Ms. Malouf whenever I have any legal questions or need legal advice. Through my divorce, I made an amazing friend!

Posted by Laurence | January 25, 2016 | Family

Excellent attorney and colleague

I know Melissa both personally and professionally. She is extremely easy to work with, yet is also highly professional and detail-oriented. The work she does is of the utmost quality. I always recommend her first when it comes to the fields of family law, criminal defense, and divorce and separation.... In particular, her work in the fields of family law and divorce is above reproach. I do not know another attorney who knows more about these fields. I cannot recommend Melissa highly enough.

Posted by Allen | November 19, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Melissa Malouf: Professional and Friendly

I hired Melissa to help with the dissolution of my twenty year marriage. She was very compassionate and understanding during this very sad time. I always felt like Melissa had my back no matter what. She is a very personable as well as professional attorney. I would highly recommend her for divorce, ...custody or other family matters.

Posted by Beverly | November 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Satisfied customer

Ms. Malouf is one of the most honest professionals that I have ever encountered. I appreciate and trust her expertise in handling my recent divorce. I recommend her to anyone in need of legal counsel.

Posted by Domestic Divorce client in Jackson, MS | November 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Professional and Personal!

From the first meeting together to the final judgement Melissa was available when I needed her and very knowledgeable about my case specifics. Her singular goal was to represent me in order to get the outcome I wanted- sometimes that was not best for me and she told me that. She also made it very cle...ar when there were things I could deal with apart from billable hours that would save me money. She made a difficult situation tolerable and I would recommend her to anyone going through a divorce or considering it. The final outcome was very acceptable and the final details were explained to me clearly.

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Melissa A Malouf's Lawyer Endorsements

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Todd Coker

Family lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had multiple cases against Melissa. She thorough, professional and works hard for her clients. She absolutely has my respect as opposing counsel."

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Andrew Sorrentino

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the privilege of working with Melissa on multiple matters. Her professionalism is exemplary and her dedication to her clients is unparalleled. I would highly recommend Melissa for a family law matter!"

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Jarrad Garner

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've known Melissa personally and professionally for years now. She's a wonderful, attentive, extremely knowledgeable attorney, but an even better person. I would recommend her to anyone looking for an attorney in the family law arena."

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William Ballard

Family lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I worked with and for Melissa for several years and have found that her professionalism, knowledge of the law, and desire to fight for her clients is second to none."

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Todd Coker

Family lawyer

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Andrew Sorrentino

Divorce and separation lawyer

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William Ballard

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2019

Best Family Law Attorney, Jackson Free Press/Jackson Boom

2016

Best Family Law Attorney, Jackson Free Press/Jackson Boom

2015

Best Family Law Attorney, Boom Magazine/Jackson Free Press

2014

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Attorney, Malouf & Malouf, PLLC

1995 - 1999

Law Clerk, Malouf & Malouf, PLLC

Associations

2017 - Present

Charles Clark American Inn of Court

Barrister

2000 - Present

Hinds County Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

Mississippi Bar

Member

Jackson Young Lawyers Association

Officer

2013 - 2014

Mississippi College School of Law Alumni Association

President

2004 - 2005

Jackson Young Lawyers Association

Secretary

2000 - 2005

Jackson Young Lawyers Association

Member

1997 - 1998

Mississippi College School of Law - Student Bar Association

President

Education

1998

Mississippi College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

University of Mississippi

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

2019 Evelyn Gandy Lecture Series

Dealing with Difficult People While Practicing Law: Employees, Colleagues, Clients, and Opposing Counsel

2018

MC Law

Family Law Panel

2017

Current Issues in Family Law

Properly Wording Custody Agreements with Today's Children

2015

Divorce Law: Common Mistakes in Dividing Assets

Inaccurate Valuation of Assets

2015

Divorce Law: Common Mistakes in Dividing Assets

Failure to Obtain and Interpret all Financial Documents

2015

Current Issues in Family Law

Emerging Issues in Paternity and Child Support Cases

2015

20th Hot Tips from the Experts in Family Law Seminar

Paternity Update

2014

Divorce Law Guide A to Z

Child Custody and Visitation and Child Support and Spousal Maintenance

2013

Current Issues in Family Law

Alienation of Affections

2011

Current Issues in Family Law

Ethical Concerns and Considerations for the Family Law Practitioner

Publications

1998

Mississippi College The Legal Eye Co-Editor

1997

Mississippi College The Legal Eye Co-Editor

Languages

English

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