Melanie Ann Haynes

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Melanie Ann Haynes

5.0
Rating: 9.3

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

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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

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5.0 /5.0

51 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jarard | August 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Child custody case

Really great attorney, I really appreciated how Melanie helped me through my child custody case. Having a few different lawyers and, going through multiple cases. Im glad I was referenced to Melanie from a very good friend. I knew from the start our feel out meeting that she was the right attorney fo...r me. She definitely made me feel comfortable through my whole case, their was never a point in my case where I wasn't in the know with what was going in my case, I never felt out of the loop, I never felt like she was playing both sides. She was very organized, comprising with her answers and knowledgeable whenever I felt the need to ask questions. She was also very guided and open to talking about things which personally I felt a level comfort. Some attorneys are one out to just get your money, some really don't care about the task at hand or get the big picture overall looking further down the road. Truthfully speaking Melanie did a great job in my case really helping me understand the big picture for further down the line and, really breaking it down in our personal conversations. I really appreciated the fact that she was very responsive with sending back and forth emails, and if I needed to call or schedule a call with her she would always do her best to set a time to make it work. Overall really fantastic lawyer for me personally, I would definitely recommend Melanie to anyone going through a child custody case especially being a single father. She takes her job very seriously and looks out for your personal best interest, and once again does very great job of helping you see long term plans that could help you down the road also. Hiring a quality attorney is definitely worth it especially when they help you see it from both sides of things. Once again the level of communication was also expressed with caring feelings of making the right decisions for me, and my kids. I cant say enough good things about the way I was represented. Thank you for everything!

Melanie Haynes

Replied last August 30, 2021

Thank you so much for the awesome review; it really means a lot to me!

Posted by Breonna | August 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney

US Passport

Requested an order for my son to get his passport since his Father notified stated department requesting he not receive one. Have used Melanie on all my family issues and she has efficiently took care of everything for me, would hire again.

Melanie Haynes

Replied last August 13, 2021

Thank you so much for your kind words; it is always a pleasure working with you.

Posted by anonymous | March 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Excellent job

She was very knowledgeable and very easy to work with. She looks out for her client and gives them the best advice and what to do.

Melanie Haynes

Replied last March 08, 2021

Thank you so much for your kind words; I truly appreciate the feedback!

Posted by Monica | June 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Wonderful

Melanie was calm and collected, smart and kind, fair but tough. She helped me keep my cool in a contentious meeting with my ex and his lawyer, at the same time as she advocated (successfully) for my children and me. Easy to get in touch with, did a wonderful job explaining what was happening and what... I could expect. Somehow laid back and personable while also professional.

Melanie Haynes

Replied last June 15, 2020

Thank you for taking the time to post a review! It was a pleasure working with you.

Posted by anonymous | June 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Highly Recommend!

During a difficult time in our lives and having to go through a horrible legal case, Melanie Haynes was the perfect lawyer for us! She was a great listener as we had to explain a crazy situation and a great person to aide us in legal advice and procedures! Melanie was very professional, but also had ...compassion and understanding for our situation that made it more comfortable! Hopefully, we won’t have to use her again in the future, but if needed we definitely will be reaching out to her again for help!

Melanie Haynes

Replied last June 15, 2020

Thank you for the great review!

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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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Laura Smith

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

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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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