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Melissa Kay O'Neal

also known as Law Office of Melissa O'Neal
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Avvo Rating7.2
  • Mineola, TX
  • Licensed for 15 years
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About Melissa

In addition to my legal practice, I am a Christian, a wife of 20 years, and mother of 3 children and two grandsons.  My hope is to help my clients not only handle thier immediate legal needs but to assist to create situations that prevent future need for legal intervention whatever those needs might be.  If that is to help them into move past the hurt and work toward putting their children first, help them move past any addictions or issues that are holding them back from being the best parent they can be, or help them with setting up plans to assist future needs.  I hope you will consider using me for your legal needs and thank you for taking time to look for the right attorney to fit your needs.

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Practice areas

OtherMediationProbateDivorce and separationChild custody
  1. Child custody: 17%

    Wood County and surrounding areas.

  2. Divorce and separation: 13%

    Wood County and surrounding areas.

  3. Probate: 13%

    Wood County and surrounding areas.

  4. Mediation: 10%

    All family law matters and probate.

  1. Child abuse: 10%

    I handle CPS cases in Wood County by court appointment. I also handle Wood and surrounding counties by being retained. In other words, you may hire me to help you get your children back or to take custody of grandchildren to prevent CPS removal.

  2. Adoption: 8%

    Termination and adoption. Adoption by a stepparent.

  3. Criminal defense: 6%

    I handle misdemeanor cases in Wood County, Texas.

  4. Guardianship: 6%

    Wood County and surrounding areas.

  5. Estate planning: 5%

    Wills, POA, Medical POA, Ladybird Deed. Advise on how to plan for your future needs.

  6. Child support: 5%

    You do not have to go through the AG. You can get a private attorney. Benefit to obtaining private counsel is that the process is quicker and usually get better results. The State of Texas does not represent you.

  7. Real estate: 3%

    Wood County and surrounding areas.

  8. Elder law: 2%

    Wood County and surrounding areas.

  9. Power of attorney: 2%

    Wood County and surrounding areas.

Languages spoken

English

Contact

Law Offices of Melissa O'Neal, A Profess

211 N Newsom St
Mineola, TX, 75773-2133

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      TXEligible To Practice In Texas 200611/24/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers9
      Legal guides0
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Most Litigated Cases HandledLone Star Legal Aid2016
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      PresidentLaw Office of Melissa O'Neal2006 - Present
      Sr. ParalegalCrain Caton & James2000 - 2006
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Wood County Bar AssociationTreasurer2015 - Present
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      South Texas College of Law HoustonDoctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)2005
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      Mediations going wellSettled for Temporary Order's.

      Reviews

      (3)4.5 stars
      5 Star
      		67%
      4 Star
      		33%
      3 Star
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      2 Star
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      1 Star
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      Review Melissa O'Neal

      Outstanding Attorney

      5.0 stars

      Posted by

      We hired Melissa after firing another attorney to help our family in our fight for custody of his daughter. She always treated us like we were her only client. Her knowledge of family law is unsurpassed! Melissa not only returns each and every phone call but she spends as much time as it takes to get the job done! Melissa CARES about the welfare of children and fights HARD for what is in their best interest. We will forever be grateful for Melissa. Our son has custody of his daughter and they have excelled as a family! THANK YOU MELISSA!!!!!!
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      Great attorney!

      5.0 stars

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      I retained Mrs. O'Neal in February of 2017. She was great to deal with, very friendly, and got me exactly what I wanted out of court. She is incredibly straight forward and honest with what to expect. She will let you know if your goals are obtainable - and advise you on which route to take to ensure the best interest of all parties involved. Very pleasant attorney to deal with in a hard time.
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      Client

      4.0 stars

      Posted by

      She was very good during the trial. She recommended someone to help in areas that were beyond her expertise. She argued for me and was very helpful. I felt I had to earn her trust but once that was accomplished she was very much for me.
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      Lawyer Sarah Elaine Doke

      Sarah Doke, Family Attorney on Apr 5, 2018
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I have worked with Melissa for almost a decade now and am pleased to endorse her. I refer clients to her all the time. She goes the extra mile for her clients both in and out of the courtroom.

      Lawyer Robert Bradley Wilson

      Robert Wilson, Family Attorney on Mar 16, 2018
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Cost

      RATES
      • Hourly Rates $150-$225/hour
      PAYMENT METHODS

      Cash, Check, Credit Card