Melanie Ann Haynes

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Melanie Ann Haynes

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 21 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Prairie Village, KS
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody, Child Support

5301 W. 75th Street, Suite 100, Prairie Village, KS

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About Melanie

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

Divorce, Annulment, Legal Separation, Establishing Original Child Custody Orders

24 years | 500 cases

40%
Child Custody 20%

Custody trials, Modification to Existing Orders

24 years | 150 cases

20%
Child Support 20%

Establishing Child Support, Modify Child Support

24 years | 150 cases

20%
Family 20%

Paternity

24 years | 100 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in Kansas for 21 years

State: Kansas

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Melanie A. Haynes

5301 W. 75th Street, Suite 100, Prairie Village, KS, 66208

hayneslawfirmllc.com

Melanie Ann Haynes's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

50 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | July 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best decision you can make

Melanie was an absolute blessing. I had a very stressful and contentious case. She took a chance on me and I am forever grateful. She helped guide me through the entire divorce process and gave realistic expectations given my circumstances. From initial filing to the decree being signed, my situat...ion changed 180 and in a good way. She is responsive and thorough which is what you need in this type of situation. I highly recommend Melanie.

Melanie Haynes

Replied last July 18, 2022

Thank you for the fantastic review; I am very happy with your results!

Posted by anonymous | July 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce and separation

This is my second time working with Melanie. She will listen emphathetically and guide you intelligently to get you the results!! Melanie is honest and will be on your side, throughout the challenges of your case. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing help in Divorce, Family and Custody case...s. Thank you!!

Melanie Haynes

Replied last July 12, 2022

I absolutely wish you the best and appreciate you taking time to write a review!

Posted by Gin | May 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Professional and personable

Melanie stayed on top of everything from the beginning to the end of the divorce. She is a wealth of knowledge and able to walk you through the process and give you advice and help you think through your options. She is on your side and there to answer your questions. She brought up things for me to ...consider that I never would have thought of. She is able to explain the legal verbiage to someone that is pretty clueless on these matters.

Melanie Haynes

Replied last June 01, 2022

Thank you so much for the five-star review! It means so much to me that you'd take time to do this.

Posted by anonymous | April 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Ending a chapter

Melanie was very helpful with my divorce. She fought for what I asked for. The whole process was long and full of emotions for me. I was glad to have her at my back for this event in my life.

Melanie Haynes

Replied last April 24, 2022

Thank you for the great review! I wish you the best!

Posted by anonymous | April 14, 2022 | Divorce & Separation

Great legal representation and advise

I came to Melanie with a mess of a case pending a post divorce parenting modification. It seemed futile and on its way to a terrible trial. Melanie was able to steer me through some poor representation, and gave great guidance. She was tough, but fair. She was very direct in her approach, never missi...ng a detail. She worked hard for myself and my case prior to any involvement. She takes the time to look at cases, assess them and she immediately goes to work- even before she is retained she is setting you up for success. This is the best legal representation I have had. I highly recommend her. She is 100 percent child focused.

Melanie Haynes

Replied last April 24, 2022

Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review. Things worked out the way they should have and I'm very happy about that!

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Eric Morrison

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Melanie is a very diligent and thoughtful family lawyer. She has the ability to navigate complex matters with skill and tact. She knows when to be firm and when to take a more relaxed approach, so as to not inflame an already emotional situation."

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Laura Smith

Family lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Melanie is an excellent attorney. Her attention to detail and proven litigation skills provide her clients with superior results. She is savvy. She enjoys a great reputation with both judges and fellow attorneys. I recommend Melanie without reservation. I endorse this lawyer."

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Eric Morrison

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2025

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2024

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2023

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2022

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2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Owner, Haynes Law Firm LLC

2005 - 2015

Partner, Gilby & Haynes Law Firm, LLP

Associations

2004 - Present

Kansas Bar Association

Member

Education

2004

University of Kansas School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2017

Paralegal Studies

Family Law

Languages

English

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