Melinda S. Kaufman

Melinda S. Kaufman

3.7
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 15 years

Family Lawyer at Dublin, OH
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support

6500 Emerald Pkwy., Suite 100, Dublin, OH

About Melinda

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Child Custody 25%

Your child is the most important thing in your world. A Cordell & Cordell family attorney will fight to maximize your role in your children’s lives.

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Child Support 25%

Traditionally, something the parent with less custody would pay to the other parent. A Cordell & Cordell attorney will work to preserve your financial interests and the interests of your children.

25%
Divorce and Separation 25%

Whether you are facing a contested divorce or uncontested divorce our family law attorneys will work with you to outline your divorce goals and prepare you for your case.

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Family 25%

Cordell & Cordell exclusively practices family law with a focus on men’s divorce, child custody, paternity, and modifications. Our divorce attorneys focus on family law, allowing them to have a deeper understanding of the family court system.

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 7 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2018

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Ohio for 15 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Cordell & Cordell

6500 Emerald Pkwy., Suite 100, Dublin, OH, 43016

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Melinda S. Kaufman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.7 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Family

Respected and Strategic Family Law Advocate

I have had the privilege of working alongside Melinda Kaufman in the family law arena and can confidently say she is an exceptional advocate for her clients. Melinda combines a deep understanding of family law with a steady, strategic approach that serves her clients well in both negotiations and lit...igation. What sets Melinda apart is her professionalism and composure. Family law matters are often emotionally charged, yet she remains focused, thoughtful, and solutions-oriented. She prepares thoroughly, communicates clearly, and consistently demonstrates a strong command of the facts and applicable law. Her advocacy is firm yet respectful, which earns her credibility with clients, colleagues, and the court alike. In addition to her legal skill, Melinda genuinely cares about the individuals and families she represents. She approaches each matter with empathy while still providing practical, realistic guidance. That balance is not easy to achieve, and she does it exceptionally well. I would not hesitate to refer clients or colleagues to Melinda for family law matters. She is a dedicated professional and a strong asset to the legal community.

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Melinda S. Kaufman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Samuel Patry

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Other

"I have worked both as opposing counsel on cases with Attorney Kaufman and subsequently also worked at the same firm with Attorney Kaufman. Her passion for her work, clients and the law are unrivaled. Thorough, intelligently aggressive and well versed in the pitfalls that trip up other attorneys, Attorney Kaufman provides her clients a service which can only be described by one word—flawless. If I were to ever need a divorce attorney in Columbus, Ohio she would be numbers one, two and three on my speed dial."

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Simon Patry

Family lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Melinda is a master strategist who uses her extensive knowledge of family law to obtain great results for her clients."

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Daniel White

Family lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"Melinda is extremely knowledgeable and easy to work with. I would recommend her to anyone needing a fighter in their corner."

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Sarah Fox

Family lawyer

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Eric Wead

Family lawyer

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Samuel Patry

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Dirken Winkler

Unknown lawyer

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Richard Morris

Unknown lawyer

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Simon Patry

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

Ohio Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Top 40 Under 40, National Advocates Executive Committee

Work Experience

2025 - Present

Regional Managing Attorney, Cordell & Cordell

2014 - 2025

Senior Litigation Attorney, Cordell & Cordell

2011 - 2013

Associate, Ralph A. Kerns & Associates

Associations

Ohio State Bar Association

Member

Allen County Bar Association

Member

Education

2009

Ohio Northern University - Claude W. Pettit College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Point Park University

Speaking Engagements

2015

Cordell Annual CLE Third Party Neutrals

Languages

English

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