About Ms. Melissa Travis Payne

Melissa works in Chadwick Washington’s Fairfax office as an associate attorney, having joined the firm in April 2023. She provides general counseling and representation to community associations regarding assessment collections, covenant enforcement, contract negotiation, corporate governance, drafting rules and policies, and interpretation and amendments of governing documents.

Melissa earned her law degree from Wake Forest University School of Law in 2016 and is admitted to practice law in Virginia and North Carolina. Prior to joining the firm, Melissa practiced in North Carolina, focusing on mass torts and tobacco litigation.

Articles

• Author, 'We're Sorry Ms. Jackson. We Are for Real. You Are Not on the Board,' Quorum, Washington Metro Chapter Community Associations Institute, February 2025

• Co-Author, 'May I Have Your Attention, Please? Will the Real Volunteers Please Stand Up? Receiverships in Community Associations,' Quorum, Washington Metro Chapter Community Associations Institute, October 2023

 

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Areas of Law

  • Debtor and Creditor 1
    • Collections
  • Litigation 1
    • Civil litigation
  • Other 3
    • General counseling and representation
    • Rules and covenants enforcement
    • Bylaw interpretation and amendments

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2016, North Carolina
    2022, Virginia
    Memberships

    Professional Associations

    •Virginia State Bar •North Carolina State Bar •Community Associations Institute, Washington Metropolitan Chapter

  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Wake Forest University School of Law, Winston-Salem, NC.
    Class of 2016
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL.
    Class of 2012
    B.S. cum laude
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Attorneys FAQs

  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Ms. Melissa Travis Payne was admitted in 2016 to the State of North Carolina.
  • Is this attorney admitted to the bar in more than one state?
    Yes, Ms. Melissa Travis Payne is admitted to practice in North Carolina and Virginia.
  • How many attorneys are in this law firm?
    Chadwick, Washington, Moriarty, Elmore & Bunn, PC has 17 attorneys at this location.