About Melanie Ellwanger

Melanie is a results-driven DUI and criminal defense attorney. Her unique experience as a prosecutor, defense attorney and judicial candidate have provided her the knowledge and insight to contest her clients’ cases aggressively.
While in private practice, she is honored to have been recognized by her peers as a Super Lawyers’ Rising Star, one of the legal profession’s top achievements. By anonymous votes of Georgia lawyers, she was recognized for her legal work in the 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020 editions of Georgia Super Lawyers magazine. The Rising Star award is reserved for attorneys under the age of 40. Fewer than 2.5 percent of attorneys in the state of Georgia are selected as a Rising Star.
Melanie is dedicated to helping her clients get the best result possible and move on with their lives. You can reach her anytime, 24/7 at 404-803-3105 or melanie@hiremelaw.com.