Melanie A. Essary

While having a review done of my financial affairs my advisor recommended that as a single parent I should really have all my legal affairs put in order. I was reluctant because of what I perceived would be a costly and extensive process. However, having a sister who had recently died suddenly, I ...knew I needed to have something in place for my teenage children. After some research, I chose Melanie because of her work with women, especially after divorce. I knew from our initial phone conversation I had chosen the right attorney! And when we met, I was even more impressed with her knowledge and helpfulness. Many decisions regarding HIPA, Durable Power-of-Attorney, health care surrogate, and my Will were considerably easier to make with her professional guidance. She made it so easy by providing much of the initial inquiry paperwork over a secure internet connection. I could easily fill it out at my leisure with easy access to the information that I had at home, without having to drag a pile of papers to the office. A few back and forth communications to clarify some issues and we were set for a review. Melanie was thorough, explaining every area of my Estate Plan and ensuring I was comfortable with every aspect of it. All my documents are now in one place, easy to understand, which gives me the peace of mind knowing if anything did happen it would be my wishes adhered to and my loved ones do not have to make heart wrenching decisions at a difficult time. Thank you Melanie!!!

I found Melanie thru an Internet search. After one phone conversation I knew I had found both a competent attorney and a new friend. I found Melanie to be both compassionate and professional. My mother was going thru a difficult near end of life set of circumstances. Melanie was very understanding an...d responded promptly to my family's needs. She was able to communicate with my mother in the most caring compassionate way. She produced all of the requested documents in a timely manner and delivered and executed the instruments in person. I plan to call on Melanie again when I'm in need of family and or estate planning type law services. She's a very good lawyer and a great caring person.