Melinda M. DeAtley

Effective Date: 7/22/2026
Welcome to the website of DeAtley Ethics Law & Mediation, LLC (“Firm,” “we,”
“our,” or “us”).
The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. We invite you to contact us and welcome your calls, letters, and electronic mail. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send confidential information to us until such time as an attorney-client relationship has been established.

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advice, nor should it be relied upon as a substitute for obtaining legal advice from a
qualified attorney regarding your particular legal matter.

The law changes frequently and varies depending on the facts of each case and the
jurisdiction involved. Viewing this website or using the information contained herein
does not create an attorney-client relationship.

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scheduling a consultation, or otherwise communicating with the Firm through this
website, does not create an attorney-client relationship.

An attorney-client relationship is established only after:

• The Firm has determined that no conflict of interest exists;

• The Firm agrees to undertake the representation; and

• Both the client and the Firm execute a written engagement agreement.

 

Until an attorney-client relationship has been established, you should not assume that
the Firm represents you or is taking any action on your behalf.

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admitted. The Firm does not seek to represent anyone in any jurisdiction where this
website fails to comply with applicable laws or ethical rules.

Nothing on this website should be interpreted as a solicitation for legal services in any jurisdiction where such solicitation would be prohibited.

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Every case depends upon its own facts, evidence, applicable law, and other
circumstances.

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regarding the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or availability of any information
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Contact Information
If you have questions regarding this Disclaimer, please contact:
DeAtley Ethics Law & Mediation LLC
Phone: 301-246-6937
Email: melinda@deatleyethicslaw.com