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Melody M. Petitt

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Avvo Rating9.5
  • Dallas, TX
  • Licensed for 17 years
Melody M. Petitt
Melody M. Petitt
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About Melody

You do not have to confront challenging family issues alone.

Melody Petitt is an experienced family law attorney, licensed in the state of Texas. She successfully owned and operated her own firm in Beaumont, Texas for 14 years. In this position, she negotiated and tried many cases throughout the southeast region of Texas. Prior to opening her own firm, Melody worked as an Assistant Attorney General in the child support division of the Texas Attorney General’s office.

As an attorney handling divorce, custody and other family law cases, Melody understands that this can be a time of high stress and anxiety. Her goal in representation is providing clients with an accurate legal analysis of the facts and laws relevant to each client’s case so that clients are able to make informed decisions. Melody has a passion for helping families in their time of need and she values building trust with her clients and always being honest with them.

Melody Petitt is a graduate of Baylor University School of Law. During her time at Baylor, she was a member of the Harvey M. Richey Moot Court Society. 

Practice areas

FamilyDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 50%

  2. Family: 50%

Languages spoken

English

Contact

4201 Spring Valley Road
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Hargrave Family Law

4201 Spring Valley Road
Ste. 1210
Dallas, TX, 75244

Office (214) 412-0100

Website

https://www.hargravefamilylaw.com/

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
TXEligible To Practice In Texas 200212/22/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2020
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Associate AttorneyO'Neil Wysocki2016 - Present
AttorneyZinda Law Group, PLLC2016 - 2016
Attorney GeneralOffice of the Attorney General - Child Support Division2002 - 2004
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
State Bar of TexasMemberN/A
Jefferson County Bar AssociationMemberN/A
State Bar of Texas, Family Law SectionMemberN/A
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Baylor University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2001
Texas A&M University, College StationBA - Bachelor of Arts1998
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Family Law CLEPolishing Your Practice Skills2013
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Child Custody DisputeSuccessfully represented father in child custody dispute
Interference with Child CustodyObtained writ of attachment for a mother when father wrongfully withheld the child
Father's Rights - Child CustodyObtained a decision awarding father 50/50 possession schedule of child
Protection of AssetsSuccessfully helped client (wife) to retain over $80,000 in retirement funds

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Review Melody Petitt

Outstanding Attorney

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After having our already extremely complex custody case lost by our previous attorney, My husband hired Ms. Petitt. She worked diligently to unravel the mess we had been through. In the end my husband did get full custody of his daughter and we both think the world of Ms. Petitt. She's one tough attorney and very personable with her clients.

Ms. Petit is a Life Saver!

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I had contacted Melody Petit at O'Neil Wysocki law firm about a year ago regarding my divorce case. I had filed for divorce and withdrew my I-130 petition to sponsor my ex for adjustment of status to permanent residency in the United States. As a result, in efforts to either save the marriage (to gain permanent residency in the US) or take revenge (for me withdrawing her petition), I was dragged into court by my ex with false accusations of domestic violence. If domestic violence would have been proven in court by the opposing counsel, then immigration benefits could have been granted to my ex, who had previously received a deportation letter from USCIS. With Melody's hard work and dedication, along with my full cooperation, the false accusations were actually proven to be false in court. In fact, I didn’t even have to pay any kind of alimony or attorney fee’s requested by the opposing counsel. I just received my final divorce decree, all thanks to Melody! She believed in me from the very beginning, which is important to build a strong case, and fought rigorously amidst the ever growing challenges. She knew that I couldn't hurt anyone and exactly why I was being dragged into court. I was continuously updated on the status of my case, and was given honest feedback throughout it’s’ duration. At the same time, I was also comforted during these difficult times. Because she knew I was right all along, she fought for me for so long, with everything she had got. Thank you Melody for all your time and help, you're truly a life saver!
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Alicia Hall, Family Attorney on Apr 6, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. I practiced opposite Melody in a number of cases when she practiced in SETX. She was always prepared and courteous, and she was always a zealous advocate for her clients. She’s an extremely competent attorney.

Regan Donnenfield, Child custody Attorney on Jan 25, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Very positive disposition!

Mark Clasby, Child custody Attorney on Feb 7, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker

Melody is calm, calculated and intelligent. She is not one to shy away from a fight and she is always able to remain composed. Her experience, knowledge and passion for what she does is apparent on all of her cases.

Michelle O'Neil, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 7, 2017
Relationship: Supervised lawyer

Melody is a caring and thoughtful lawyer. She's not afraid of the courtroom, but counsels clients to reach agreements when it serves them best. Creative and smart... a fantastic combination!

Robert Erben, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 28, 2016
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Christina Hagen, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 28, 2016
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Claudia Hernandez, Immigration Attorney on Jun 28, 2016
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Andrew Rogers, Car accident Attorney on Jun 28, 2016
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Joshua Culp, Family Attorney on Jun 28, 2016
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Mstislav Talavera-Karmanov, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 28, 2016
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Erin Hudson, Litigation Attorney on Jun 28, 2016
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Christopher Philley, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 28, 2016
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Mallory Ellis, Family Attorney on Jun 28, 2016
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Neil Solomon, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 28, 2016
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Kristina Chung, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 28, 2016
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John Zinda, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 23, 2016
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Michele Locke, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 25, 2016
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Kimberly Smith, Car accident Attorney on May 25, 2016
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Joseph Caputo, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 11, 2016
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Jason Aldridge, Car accident Attorney on Apr 8, 2016
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