Melissa Ann Graham-Hurd

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Melissa Ann Graham-Hurd

also known as Melissa Graham-Hurd & Associates

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 42 years

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

4030 Massillon Road, Suite B, Green, OH

Virtual Consultation Available

About Melissa

Biography

Guiding clients with straight talk and compassion through troubled times.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 30%

43 years

30%
Family 30%

43 years

30%
Child Custody 15%

43 years

15%
Child Support 15%

43 years

15%
Marriage and Prenuptials 5%

43 years

5%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 42 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1984

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Melissa Graham-Hurd & Associates, LLC

4030 Massillon Road, Suite B, Green, OH, 44685

grahamhurdlaw.com

Online Presence

Other places you can find Melissa online.

Melissa Ann Graham-Hurd's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

106 Client Reviews

Showing 26 - 30 of 34 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by anonymous | August 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Custody

I will never be able to thank Melissa and Erin enough for their kindness, professionalism, and dedication to my case. It was a very long 2.5 year battle, but the outcome was more than I could have ever hoped for. They have always responded to emails very quickly. I was amazed at the fact that they re...membered every detail of my case, even things I had trouble recalling. If you ever feel you are in a position where custody of your child needs to change, I highly recommended you contact them! They will advocate for you and your child, while always being honest with you about what is in your best interest.

Melissa Graham-Hurd

Replied last September 22, 2026

Thank you so much for this beautifully heartfelt review and for your incredible patience and perseverance through what we know was a long and emotionally taxing 2.5 years. Cases like yours remind us every single day why we fight as hard as we do — and knowing that the outcome exceeded even your own hopes makes every moment of that dedication absolutely worth it. Knowing every detail of a client's case — even the ones they themselves may have difficulty recalling — is something our team considers not just a professional standard but a personal commitment. When a child's future is at stake, nothing is too small to matter. Being honest about what is truly in our clients' best interest, even when it is difficult to hear, while never wavering in our advocacy for them and their children — that is straight talk with compassion at its very core. Thank you for your trust over such a long journey and for the generous recommendation. We wish you and your child all the love, peace, and stability you both so deserve in this bright new chapter ahead. We are always here if you ever need us again.

Posted by Shaun | April 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Fair & Professional - A+

Melissa and her team were very professional and kind through the entire divorce process. Her team was always available and responded lightning fast to any questions I had. Melissa laid out our plan from the beginning and never pushed an agenda to bump up costs. I can't say enough about her and her... team. Kind and passionate and always took the fair route. If you are looking for a lawyer with experience and who understands the process, look no further. Melissa is HIGHLY recommended!

Melissa Graham-Hurd

Replied last September 22, 2026

Thank you so much for this A+ review — we are truly humbled and so grateful for your kind words! Kind, passionate, fair, and lightning fast — you just described our team perfectly and we could not be more proud of that. We want every client to feel from the very first conversation that they have a clear plan, an honest advocate, and a team that is working entirely in their best interest — never to pad a bill or push an unnecessary agenda. Transparency and integrity are non-negotiables for us, and knowing that came through so clearly for you means the world to our entire team. That is straight talk with compassion from start to finish. Thank you for the incredibly enthusiastic recommendation and for trusting us through your divorce. We wish you all the very best in this next chapter and will absolutely be here whenever you need us!

Posted by Tiffany | January 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney

divorce

I am grateful for the help they provided through out my divorce they were there for me during all the hardships and the blessings that come with something like this that happens in your life. I would recommend them to any one that needs help.

Melissa Graham-Hurd

Replied last September 22, 2026

Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience! Divorce is truly a journey of highs and lows, and knowing that our team was there for you through every difficult moment as well as every hopeful one means everything to us. That is exactly the kind of steady, unwavering support we strive to provide for every client we serve. Thank you for the recommendation and for trusting us during such a significant chapter of your life. We wish you all the very best in the road ahead and are always here whenever you need us!

Posted by Paul | October 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Hurd Law Firm

Going through a divorce is probably the most traumatic experiences one can endure. You don’t know where to start. Often more questions, than answers. All your friends offer the very best non-professional advice that many times may not be right. If you are the one served with papers, you don’t hav...e long to respond. For those that read this, I hope that I have done some homework for you. For Summit County Ohio which has its own intracases, I recommend Melissa Graham-Hurd and her staff of professionals. They are trained, equipped, and heartfelt in regards to guiding you through the process. You won’t feel alone, on an island. In many cases, and being realistic, with big law firms the service is non-personalized. With the Graham-Hurd law firm you get the benefit of a small, lean, very personable and professional organization. The expected outcome of any divorce should be fairness. I can state, with the Graham-Hurd law firm, that’s their goal. Fairness for their client. Perhaps a myth, but men have a disadvantage in Summit County. Again, Melissa and team have the professional expertise and desire to keep the playing field level. My rating is A+ - Highly recommended.

Melissa Graham-Hurd

Replied last September 22, 2026

Thank you so much for this incredibly thoughtful and thorough review — you have truly done a service to anyone in Summit County who finds themselves searching for the right legal representation during one of life's most difficult moments. We are deeply grateful for the time and care you put into sharing your experience. You touched on something we feel very strongly about — the personal touch that comes with a small, dedicated firm is something we consider one of our greatest strengths. Every client who walks through our doors is known, valued, and never just a case number. That is a standard we will never compromise on, regardless of how busy we get. Fairness is indeed our goal — always. And making sure every client, regardless of their circumstances, walks into Summit County's courts with a level playing field and a team that knows how to navigate its unique intricacies is something we take very seriously. No one should feel at a disadvantage simply because of who they are. Thank you for the A+ rating and for such a generous recommendation. We wish you all the very best moving forward and are always here whenever you need us!

Posted by Gary | May 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Another attorney recommended her...

A very respected attorney acquaintance had recommended Melissa about 10 years ago for my divorce case. She was, and has been, very straight forward with her opinions, which are very well heeled in past practices and experiences within the Domestic Relations Court. She also keeps records of EVERYTHING......which came in very handy when I needed a document for my pension. Thank you Melissa.

Melissa Graham-Hurd

Replied last September 22, 2026

Thank you so much for this wonderful review and for your loyalty over the past ten years — that truly means more than words can express! Being recommended by a respected fellow attorney a decade ago and continuing to earn that trust over time is one of the highest honors our firm could receive. Being straightforward, experience-driven, and deeply familiar with the intricacies of Domestic Relations Court is something we are very proud of — and it is exactly that depth of knowledge and preparation that makes the difference when it matters most. That is straight talk with compassion built over years of dedicated practice. And yes — we keep records of everything, and moments like needing that pension document years later are exactly why! Knowing that our thoroughness paid off for you in a very practical way is deeply satisfying to our entire team. Thank you for your continued trust and for taking the time to share your experience. We wish you all the very best and are always here whenever you need us!

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Melissa Ann Graham-Hurd's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Quillin

Family lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Rosenberg

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Melissa is an excellent attorney that is well-respected in the legal community."

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Michael Boske

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Melissa is a great lawyer that works hard for her clients!"

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Dorothy Bunce

Family lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Melissa Ann Graham-Hurd works in an area of law that most attorneys despise because it is so demanding. I have seen how she patiently explains the law in a clear and practical manner to help persons involved in a emotional situation regain their balance. I am honored to endorse her."

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Mark Stone

Unknown lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Melissa and I have served on several committes at the Ohio State Bar Association for many years. She is bright, articulate and cutting-edge knowledgeable in domestic relations matters."

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Dennis Bartek

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I do not personally handle family law cases and have referred clients to Melissa based upon the reputation she has developed in the legal community. Melissa has a reputation for being knowledgeable, hardworking, sensitive, and reasonable. But she is tough when she needs to be. She fights hard for the best interests of her clients."

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Peter Cahoon

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Melissa Graham-Hurd for many years and have had numerous cases with her as my courtroom adversary. Melissa is competent, honest and professional. I would recommend her to anyone without hesitation."

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Todd Kotler

Family lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Denise Houston

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Family Law Inclusion, Super Lawyers

2023

Melissa Graham-Hurd, Ohio Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Melissa Graham-Hurd, Ohio Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Melissa Graham-Hurd, Ohio Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Inclusion in Family Law, Ohio Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super lawyers Magazine

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Inclusion in Listings Family Law, Ohio Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyers, Ohio Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Melissa Graham-Hurd, Ohio Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Managing Partner, Melissa Graham-Hurd & Associates, LLC

1984 - Present

Attorney, Melissa Graham-Hurd, Esq.

Associations

2013 - Present

Akron Bar Foundation

Member

2009 - Present

Ohio Women's Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Stark County Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Ohio State Bar Foundation

Member

1984 - Present

Akron Bar Association

Member

1984 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2013

Ohio State Bar Association

Board of Governors

2002 - 2004

Ohio State Bar Association

Chair - Family Law Committee

1993 - 1994

Akron Bar Association, Family Law Section

Chair

Education

1983

University of Akron School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

University of Akron

Bachelor of Arts

1980

University of Akron

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Family Law

Shared Parenting Plans

2013

Family Law

Spousal Support modification

2013

Annual Rosen Seminar

National Trends in Spousal support

2012

Women in Law

Gender Fairness

2012

Seminar for Family Relations Specialists

Real Estate Separate and Marital Property

2009

Bernard Rosen Seminar

Caselaw Update

2006

Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers

Ohio Spousal Support Law

2005

Family Law Section

Ohio Family Law Legislation

Publications

2019

Sowald Morganstern Domestic Relations Law, Baldwin’s Ohio Practice Series, West Group Chapter 29 - Government Retirement Benefits

2010

Domestic Relations Journal of Ohio Social Networking Websites

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