Melba Jean Griffith, Animal Law Attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Melba concentrates on animal law, business, employment, landlord/tenant, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Melba handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Animal Law

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• Business

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• Employment

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• Landlord/Tenant

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• Litigation

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• Personal Injury

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• Workers Comp

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Melba's primary office is at 1528 Walnut St., Ste. 1401, Philadelphia, PA, 19102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new animal law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Melba usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Melba discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in animal law practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Melba for a animal law case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Melba walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Melba offer a free consultation?

  Melba charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Melba's office. Some animal law attorneys offer free consults — check Melba's current terms during booking.

• How long do animal law cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

  Simple animal law matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Melba gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Melba take my case if I'm outside Philadelphia?

  Melba is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Melba will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Melba?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Melba will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Melba accepting new animal law clients right now?

  Melba's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.