Ohio attorney Melinda S. Johnson enjoys the diversity and complexity of family law issues.
“No case is ever the same, and therefore, provides new challenges on a daily basis,” Ms. Johnson said.
As a goal-oriented and detailed practitioner, Ms. Johnson’s ability to prepare puts her clients at ease when facing a seemingly daunting process.
“I prepare a plan of attack with the client then lay a foundation of realistic goals and a map of how to achieve them,” she said.
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Acquired: 2010
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6500 Emerald Pkwy., Suite 100, Dublin, OH, 43016
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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...
"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."
"Melinda is a master strategist who uses her extensive knowledge of family law to obtain great results for her clients."
"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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2018
Ohio Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Top 40 Under 40, National Advocates Executive Committee
2025 - Present
Regional Managing Attorney, Cordell & Cordell
2014 - 2025
Senior Litigation Attorney, Cordell & Cordell
2011 - 2013
Associate, Ralph A. Kerns & Associates
Member
Member
2009
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
2015
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