Melone Hatley

Melone Hatley is a rapidly growing expanding, women-led family law and estate planning firm dedicated to protecting families’ futures through compassionate advocacy and exceptional client service. Founded 11 years ago by Rebecca Melone, who serves as founder and CFO, the 100% women-owned firm has experienced remarkable growth, expanding from a single office to nearly 100 employees across four states.

In 2024, Melone Hatley was recognized among the fastest-growing family law firms in the United States, a testament to its strategic expansion and commitment to excellence.

Under Melone’s leadership, the firm has cultivated a culture where empathy and strength coexist, creating an environment where attorneys and professionals can thrive while maintaining rigorous advocacy standards. This approach has enabled the firm to balance rapid growth with sustaining its supportive culture, despite facing skepticism in a traditionally male-dominated field.

The firm’s commitment to supporting women extends beyond its walls through mentorship programs, leadership training, and clear advancement pathways for attorneys and staff. Employee-focused policies include flexibility for working parents, robust benefits, and ongoing professional development opportunities. The firm actively sponsors women’s leadership events, provides estate planning education for families, and supports community nonprofits that empower women.

Melone Hatley’s employee engagement programs and leadership development initiatives have earned recognition as an exceptional workplace where women lead and succeed. The firm takes pride in workplace awards that recognize it as a great place to work, fulfilling Melone’s vision of creating a firm where she would want to start her own career.

Through strategic growth and unwavering commitment to its values, the firm continues setting new standards for women-led law firms while delivering superior legal services to families nationwide.