also known as Johnson & Taylor
Melissa grew up in Massachusetts but ventured to the Pacific Northwest to attend law school, and she has remained in Oregon ever since. She graduated summa cum laude from the University of Rhode Island where she received her bachelor’s degree in psychology. Following her undergrad, she worked for multiple years as a residential counselor for adults living with mental health issues and as a research assistant at a school for children on the Autism spectrum. She regularly volunteered with local animal rescue groups. Prior to attending law school, Melissa also worked as a veterinary technician at an emergency animal hospital and was deciding between attending veterinary school or law school. She ultimately decided to attend law school at Lewis & Clark Law School, where she served as Editor-in-Chief for the Animal Law Review.
Melissa graduated from law school in 2014, and then served as law clerk for the Honorable Thomas Rastetter at the Clackamas County Circuit Court. She continued to volunteer with a local animal rescue Animal Aid, Inc., where she also served as a Board member until she relocated to Salem. She now practices family law at Johnson & Taylor in Salem, Oregon and enjoys providing support to individuals and families going through what can be one of the most difficult times in their lives. Melissa takes a common-sense, practical, and compassionate approach to her practice.
Melissa lives in Salem with her long-time partner, Tim, and their German Shepherd Gracie and three cats, Boris, Phoebe, and Penny.
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Acquired: 2015
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1193 Liberty St. SE, Salem, OR, 97302
6 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Family
Posted by Edina k | January 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family
Custody.
Oh I don’t even know where to start with Melissa. She is such a great attorney! She is very knowledgeable. She fought for me. She was able to get my ex to settle literally 5 mins before trial began. I got 98% of what I asked for. She, not only was my attorney but also my therapist the night before tr...
Posted by Justin | January 04, 2021 | Family
Amazing Attorney
Melissa was fantastic to work with, she always put my best interest first and was honest with me. Sometimes things don't turn out the way we want, or even think they should go, but Melissa managed these situations very well and always was forthcoming no matter what came up. In the end, Melissa got wh...
Posted by anonymous | January 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family
Terrible lawyer
I spent 5000$ for her to fight my dhs case and 10,000$ to go to treatment, she did 2 court appearances and didn’t say anything , and on the 3rd court appearance she filed to be removed from the case, I’m actually trying to report her so if someone could give me the bar to her that would be very much ...
Sasha, I am sorry that you are dissatisfied. I am glad that you went to treatment and am proud of the progress you have made. Unfortunately, I cannot change the facts of your case. I do want to remind you that you asked me to withdraw so that you could be given a court-appointed attorney. You can address any concerns you have with the Oregon State Bar: https://www.osbar.org/public/legalinfo/1174.htm. I wish you the best.
"I endorse this lawyer. Melissa is passionate about her work and enjoys working hard for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is kind and compassionate, all while being very knowledgeable on the law and strongly advocating for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Melissa works very hard for her clients, listens and is compassionate. Any person facing any type of domestic relations matter would be lucky to have her as an attorney."
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2019 - Present
Associate Attorney, Oliveros Law Group, PC.
2016 - 2019
Associate Attorney, Millard & Bragg
2015 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
2014
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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