Melissa Kay O'Neal

Melissa Kay O'Neal

also known as Law Office of Melissa O'Neal

4.8
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 19 years

Child custody Lawyer at Angleton, TX
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Probate ... +10 more

201 E. Myrtle, Box 12 (Suite 210), Angleton, TX

About Melissa

Biography

Practice Areas

13

Practice Areas

Child Custody 17%

Wood County and surrounding areas.

17%
Divorce and Separation 13%

Wood County and surrounding areas.

13%
Probate 13%

Wood County and surrounding areas.

13%
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.

10%
Mediation 10%

All family law matters and probate.

10%
Adoption 8%

Termination and adoption. Adoption by a stepparent.

8%
Criminal Defense 6%

I handle misdemeanor cases in Wood County, Texas.

6%
Guardianship 6%

Wood County and surrounding areas.

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.

5%
Estate Planning 5%

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

5%
Real Estate 3%

Wood County and surrounding areas.

3%
Elder Law 2%

Wood County and surrounding areas.

2%
Power of Attorney 2%

Wood County and surrounding areas.

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 150-225 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 19 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2006

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Melissa O'Neal, A Profess

201 E. Myrtle, Box 12 (Suite 210), Angleton, TX, 77515

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Melissa Kay O'Neal's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Salena | May 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Went out of her way!!

Melissa went out of her way on a very confusing case for me. She’s the best!

Posted by Norma | December 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Outstanding Attorney

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!!!!!!

Posted by anonymous | March 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Client

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.

Posted by anonymous | July 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great attorney!

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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Sarah Doke

Family lawyer | Apr 05

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."

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Robert Wilson

Family lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Wilson

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

2016

Most Litigated Cases Handled, Lone Star Legal Aid

Work Experience

2006 - Present

President, Law Office of Melissa O'Neal

2000 - 2006

Sr. Paralegal, Crain Caton & James

Associations

2015 - Present

Wood County Bar Association

Treasurer

Sample of Legal Cases

Mediations going well

Settled for Temporary Order's.

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Education

2005

South Texas College of Law Houston

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Languages

English

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