Focused on multimillion dollar divorces, custody modifications, paternity cases, and premarital agreements, Melinda Eitzen is highly experienced in all facets of family law, and well versed in managing high-profile cases. She is the daughter of beloved retired Judge, Merrill Hartman, who was a Dallas District Judge for 22 years on both the Civil bench and Family bench.
Melinda Eitzen has utilized her expertise in the practice of Collaborative Law to pen, lectures, articles, and books on the subject including co-authoring Divorce The Collaborative Way. Is It The Way For You?. In addition, she has presented dynamic lectures on many family law issues and the practice of family law. She has received the distinction of being a “Super Lawyer” by Texas Monthly Magazine and one of the “Best Lawyers Under 40 in Dallas” by D Magazine. Melinda is the recipient of numerous awards, particularly for her pro bono work and for teaching others how to do pro bono work.
Melinda is currently serving as Treasurer of the Collin County Bar Association.In previous years, Melinda Eitzen has served as the President of the Plano Bar Association, as a chair of the Collaborative Law Alliance of Collin County, director of the Dallas Association of Young Lawyers, and director of Texas Young Lawyers Association. She is currently a chair of the Family Law Section of the Collin County Bar Association.
Melinda Eitzen has a true passion for helping people through difficult times. She has an exceptional mix of both compassion for her clients and an unyielding toughness on her opponents in the court room. This unique blend gives her clients someone to talk to and someone they can depend on to protect their interests and get them everything they deserve. Melinda Eitzen is your Dallas Family Attorney.