Atty. Melissa Joy Hamilton

Atty. Melissa Joy Hamilton

Melissa Joy Hamilton is a lawyer practicing elder law, family law, litigation and 3 other areas of law. Melissa has been licensed for 12 years.

Memphis Memphis 12 yrs experience 12 year
Call (901) 805-7104 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Melissa Joy Hamilton at a glance

Melissa Joy Hamilton is a trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, and litigation attorney based in Memphis, Tennessee. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2014). Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Melissa Joy Hamilton is a lawyer practicing elder law, family law, litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Melissa has been licensed for 12 years
  • Melissa practices in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa Joy Hamilton's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Melissa Joy Hamilton is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Tennessee →

Probate

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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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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Melissa Joy Hamilton is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Melissa Joy Hamilton is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

Practicing law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Memphis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee 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 Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melissa Joy Hamilton

Where is Melissa Joy Hamilton's law office located?
Melissa Joy Hamilton's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa Joy Hamilton handle?
Melissa Joy Hamilton focuses on trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Melissa Joy Hamilton practiced law?
Melissa Joy Hamilton has 12+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2014.
How can I contact Melissa Joy Hamilton for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 2014

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