Atty. Melissa Johnson Essick

Atty. Melissa Johnson Essick

Ms. Melissa Johnson Essick is a lawyer practicing family law.

Raleigh Raleigh 22 yrs experience 22 year
Call (984) 500-0284 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Melissa Johnson Essick at a glance

Melissa Johnson Essick is an Attorney based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at Gailor Hunt Davis Taylor & Gibbs, PLLC. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on family law. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (2004). Educated at Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law J.D. (—) and University of North Carolina at Wilmington B.A. (—). Serands clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Melissa Johnson Essick is a lawyer practicing family law
  • Melissa received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Wilmington, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Melissa practices at Gailor Hunt Davis Taylor & Gibbs, PLLC in Raleigh, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa Johnson Essick's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Melissa Johnson Essick handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Raleigh are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Melissa Johnson Essick's law office located?
Melissa Johnson Essick's law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is Gailor Hunt Davis Taylor & Gibbs, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa Johnson Essick handle?
Melissa Johnson Essick focuses on family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Melissa Johnson Essick practiced law?
Melissa Johnson Essick has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
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Practice Areas

Education

Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law J.D.
- In Progress
University of North Carolina at Wilmington B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 2004

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