Melanie Nell Roe
Rancho Mirage, CA
N/A
Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Criminal Defense
Language
English
About
With nearly three (3) decades of trial experience, and being no stranger to a jury, Attorney Melanie Roe has successfully tried nearly every kind of case. From simple assault to DUI, possession for sale of controlled substances, meth labs, burglary, robbery, grand theft auto, receiving stolen property, sexual assault, domestic violence, sodomy, child molestation, rape, child abuse/endangerment, torture, home invasion robbery, vehicular manslaughter, murder and multiple murder/special circumstances, she has amassed an impressive list of courtroom victories.Attorney Melanie Roe strives to develop a strong attorney-client relationship with each client putting her loyalty to the client first. Attorney Roe was selected for membership into The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Trial Lawyers for the year 2013 based on her performance as an exceptional trial lawyer in the practice area of criminal defense law. The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Lawyers is a premier group of attorneys who practice criminal defense or civil plaintiff law in California. Members exemplify superior qualifications, trial results, and leadership in their respective state or major geographical area. She has maintained membership with them for the years 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016.Additionally, she has been named a Top Lawyer in the greater Palm Springs area by Palm Springs Life Magazine for the years 2013, 2104 and 2015.In 2012, she was honored with the Avvo Clients' Choice Award for receiving 5 out of 5 stars on all client reviews and the Martindale-Hubbell Client Distinction Award in 2012 and 2015 for having earned a Client Review Rating Score of 4.5 or higher on a scale of 1-5. The latter award recognized her excellence in quality of service, communications ability, responsiveness and value for money. Less than 4% of the 900,000+ attorneys listed on martindale.com and lawyers.com have been accorded this Martindale-Hubbell honor of distinction. Attorney Melanie Roe understands there can be no greater degradation to one's reputation, position and standing in a community than to be falsely accused of a crime. In a civilized society, a false accusation of a crime is, perhaps, far more hideous that the crime itself. And because the accusation is made public via a felony complaint filing, and depending on the charges, the accused often becomes stigmatized and alienated in all of his/her dealings at work, school, or in the family. In all cases, the accused must be represented by counsel who understands this and is prepared to pull out all the stops and wage battle on the accuser. Attorney Melanie Roe believes in, and will honor, your Constitutional right to a trial by jury and your right to confront and cross-examine your accuser. She attributes much of her trial success not just to her ability to expose falsehoods and inconsistencies in testimony and evidence brought by the government via the "crucible of cross-examination", but also with her ability to connect with jurors.
Practices Areas
Criminal Defense
DUI and DWI
White Collar Crime
Language
English
Contact
Melanie Roe For The Defense41-750 Rancho Las Palmas Drive,Suite N-3Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270
Office: N/A
Website: N/AReviews
Melanie is a great navigator of the judicial system and was able to push my case out to the maximum trial deadline. She resolved my case, in which I would have had to register for life.
Melanie is first and foremost concerned about the people she represents and defends. She will look into every avenue to assure you are getting a fair representation and to make sure all the issues are covered. I can assure you after a 5 year case with her still with me by my side in the end not willing to give up or concede, she was there and ready to do what it takes to keep on defending me. I would recommend Ms. Roe to anyone who is serious about their situation. Ms. Roe is the real deal. An attorney that handles the legal issues we have in our challenging system today, and stands by her clients. Thank you again for everything Melanie.
Melanie was extremely knowledgeable and professional. She made me feel comfortable and valuable. She always explained our options and shared her opinions but left decisions up to me. I would recommend her highly. She was tough when she needed to be and gentle when appropriate.
First thing is first. If you're looking for miracles go read a book. But boy, does hours of hard work come close to a miracle . I was charged with a felony back in October of 2016 and been dealing with the possibility of a felony on my record. I found Melanie on Avvo and read great reviews so i decided to give her a call. I've spoken to two criminal defense attorneys previously before Mrs. Roe and i just was not convinced. When we spoke she wanted cold facts and she listened. She worked with me and even though we went through a pain in the butt with the legal system she had still kept me in high hopes. She assured me things would be fine and I trusted her and she turned out to be right. My charges were brought down tremendously to where i can breath and have a fresh start. She is stern and to the point and her work ethic is incomparable to anyone I've seen. I highly recommend anyone faces criminal charges to contact Melanie right away. Thanks to her I can breath and continue on with my life's journey!
How do you spell search for justice, poise, diligence, analytical mind, amazing presence in front of the jury and the adherence to the interests of a client – Melanie Roe! Melanie was recommended to me by one of the best Personal Injury attorneys in Beverly Hills. I have interviewed 3 criminal lawyers prior to her. They were all good but none measured up to Melanie Roe. I cannot go into the details of the case but Melanie’s courtroom performance was nothing less than admirable. She took control and rendered the opposite side practically ineffective. When the opposite side lost patience and displayed nervousness Melanie maintained her cool. When the opposite side presented evidence against me Melanie’s analytical mind cracked it. Thanks to Melanie I am free and can breath easy!
Melanie Roe was phenomenal headlining my case, I had full confidence in her, Melanie was able to have everything dismissed. Aggressive in the court room, but very kind and compassionate and understanding. Thank you Melanie, Rebecca
I was falsely arrested and had hired another attorney. They wanted me to plea to something I didn't do and I felt uncomfortable doing it. I searched online and found Ms. Roe. I actually drove to court to see her in action. After watching her maneuver the case before her, I was so impressed, I decided to hire her. I observed how her peers treated her. It was obvious she is highly respected, not only by her peers, but court staff and even the judges she has stood before. My case was complex, but she explained everything, including case law and the politics behind certain decisions made by the DA (state). I had a amazing outcome. I can't even express how happy I am with her.
MELONIE ROE is a Top Notch attorney I just got thru with a 4 an a half year long case. They were trying to find me guilty on three violent felonies which if found guilty I would of been spending the rest of my life in prison. I got charged with a sales case years later while fighting this violent case. The DA tried to do everything he could to keep me in custody they gave me a no bail at first. We went back to court in front of the judge to get the hold lifted. The Da argued not to let me out to the judge but when Mrs.Roe was given her chance to speak to the judge on my behalf she was AMAZING!!! It's like she was a Tiger in the court room that day so focused so fierce and so very professional. She was on point with everything she stated. After the hour long battle between Mrs.Roe and the DA the judge granted my hold be lifted, Mrs.Roe won the battle I was out that night at home with my family. So now I got a sales charge and the 3 violent felonies. Mrs.Roe met with me to discuss the case whenever I felt like I needed to talk to her she was always there for me i never had 1 bad feeling about Mrs.Roe it was actually quite comforting to know that I had her in my corner, her being so good at what she does and so knowledgeable with the way the law works made me feel at ease. So now they were trying to give 25 to life on the one case an 7 years on the sales case. Mrs.Roe went the extra mile every time in that court room and so when it came to judgement day and we were ready to go to trial the DA came to us with a deal they knew i could not turn down. My personal opinion is they knew they were up against the best damn attorney this Desert has to offer "Mrs.Roe" and they knew getting in the ring with this Tiger was a lose lose situation for them so of course the only hope that had left was to give me a deal i couldn't refuse so me being me i took the deal. I turn myself in here shortly and I'll be home in a year COUNTY TIME so that leaves me eligible for a federal kick. I could not be more happier with the way it all turned out i highly recommend Mrs.Roe. she's a fighter, she's professional, she is so knowledgeable, she's caring and understanding, she goes the extra mile and she's the best damn attorney I have ever dealt with. etc. etc. I could keep going on and on. I can finally breathe again and get on with my life it felt like my life was in a stand still for over 4 years. I finally feel so relieved if i didn't have Mrs.Roe I'd probably be doing the rest of my life in prison but bcuz of her expertise in criminal law I'm a free man and able to be out in the real world working hard and providing for my family. I'm forever grateful an so thankful to have met Mrs.Roe. She is a true blessing
After being screwed over by another Palm Springs attorney and a corrupt judge, Melanie Roe truly came to my rescue. I honestly do not know what I would have done with out her. She is the only attorney in Palm Springs I would hire. Honest and a true professional I would recommend Melanie to anyone including family members.
I needed some one to speak up for me in court & hired Melanie. She did an excellent job. Thanks to everyone for your helpful reviews!
Melanie is a great navigator of the judicial system and was able to push my case out to the maximum trial deadline. She resolved my case, in which I would have had to register for life.
Melanie is first and foremost concerned about the people she represents and defends. She will look into every avenue to assure you are getting a fair representation and to make sure all the issues are covered. I can assure you after a 5 year case with her still with me by my side in the end not willing to give up or concede, she was there and ready to do what it takes to keep on defending me. I would recommend Ms. Roe to anyone who is serious about their situation. Ms. Roe is the real deal. An attorney that handles the legal issues we have in our challenging system today, and stands by her clients. Thank you again for everything Melanie.
Melanie was extremely knowledgeable and professional. She made me feel comfortable and valuable. She always explained our options and shared her opinions but left decisions up to me. I would recommend her highly. She was tough when she needed to be and gentle when appropriate.
First thing is first. If you're looking for miracles go read a book. But boy, does hours of hard work come close to a miracle . I was charged with a felony back in October of 2016 and been dealing with the possibility of a felony on my record. I found Melanie on Avvo and read great reviews so i decided to give her a call. I've spoken to two criminal defense attorneys previously before Mrs. Roe and i just was not convinced. When we spoke she wanted cold facts and she listened. She worked with me and even though we went through a pain in the butt with the legal system she had still kept me in high hopes. She assured me things would be fine and I trusted her and she turned out to be right. My charges were brought down tremendously to where i can breath and have a fresh start. She is stern and to the point and her work ethic is incomparable to anyone I've seen. I highly recommend anyone faces criminal charges to contact Melanie right away. Thanks to her I can breath and continue on with my life's journey!
How do you spell search for justice, poise, diligence, analytical mind, amazing presence in front of the jury and the adherence to the interests of a client – Melanie Roe! Melanie was recommended to me by one of the best Personal Injury attorneys in Beverly Hills. I have interviewed 3 criminal lawyers prior to her. They were all good but none measured up to Melanie Roe. I cannot go into the details of the case but Melanie’s courtroom performance was nothing less than admirable. She took control and rendered the opposite side practically ineffective. When the opposite side lost patience and displayed nervousness Melanie maintained her cool. When the opposite side presented evidence against me Melanie’s analytical mind cracked it. Thanks to Melanie I am free and can breath easy!
Melanie Roe was phenomenal headlining my case, I had full confidence in her, Melanie was able to have everything dismissed. Aggressive in the court room, but very kind and compassionate and understanding. Thank you Melanie, Rebecca
I was falsely arrested and had hired another attorney. They wanted me to plea to something I didn't do and I felt uncomfortable doing it. I searched online and found Ms. Roe. I actually drove to court to see her in action. After watching her maneuver the case before her, I was so impressed, I decided to hire her. I observed how her peers treated her. It was obvious she is highly respected, not only by her peers, but court staff and even the judges she has stood before. My case was complex, but she explained everything, including case law and the politics behind certain decisions made by the DA (state). I had a amazing outcome. I can't even express how happy I am with her.
MELONIE ROE is a Top Notch attorney I just got thru with a 4 an a half year long case. They were trying to find me guilty on three violent felonies which if found guilty I would of been spending the rest of my life in prison. I got charged with a sales case years later while fighting this violent case. The DA tried to do everything he could to keep me in custody they gave me a no bail at first. We went back to court in front of the judge to get the hold lifted. The Da argued not to let me out to the judge but when Mrs.Roe was given her chance to speak to the judge on my behalf she was AMAZING!!! It's like she was a Tiger in the court room that day so focused so fierce and so very professional. She was on point with everything she stated. After the hour long battle between Mrs.Roe and the DA the judge granted my hold be lifted, Mrs.Roe won the battle I was out that night at home with my family. So now I got a sales charge and the 3 violent felonies. Mrs.Roe met with me to discuss the case whenever I felt like I needed to talk to her she was always there for me i never had 1 bad feeling about Mrs.Roe it was actually quite comforting to know that I had her in my corner, her being so good at what she does and so knowledgeable with the way the law works made me feel at ease. So now they were trying to give 25 to life on the one case an 7 years on the sales case. Mrs.Roe went the extra mile every time in that court room and so when it came to judgement day and we were ready to go to trial the DA came to us with a deal they knew i could not turn down. My personal opinion is they knew they were up against the best damn attorney this Desert has to offer "Mrs.Roe" and they knew getting in the ring with this Tiger was a lose lose situation for them so of course the only hope that had left was to give me a deal i couldn't refuse so me being me i took the deal. I turn myself in here shortly and I'll be home in a year COUNTY TIME so that leaves me eligible for a federal kick. I could not be more happier with the way it all turned out i highly recommend Mrs.Roe. she's a fighter, she's professional, she is so knowledgeable, she's caring and understanding, she goes the extra mile and she's the best damn attorney I have ever dealt with. etc. etc. I could keep going on and on. I can finally breathe again and get on with my life it felt like my life was in a stand still for over 4 years. I finally feel so relieved if i didn't have Mrs.Roe I'd probably be doing the rest of my life in prison but bcuz of her expertise in criminal law I'm a free man and able to be out in the real world working hard and providing for my family. I'm forever grateful an so thankful to have met Mrs.Roe. She is a true blessing
After being screwed over by another Palm Springs attorney and a corrupt judge, Melanie Roe truly came to my rescue. I honestly do not know what I would have done with out her. She is the only attorney in Palm Springs I would hire. Honest and a true professional I would recommend Melanie to anyone including family members.
I needed some one to speak up for me in court & hired Melanie. She did an excellent job. Thanks to everyone for your helpful reviews!