Melissa L Isaak
The Isaak Law Firm • Montgomery, AL
Child CustodyGeneral PracticePersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
Phone
(334) 523-6026
Address
2815 B Zelda Road, Montgomery, AL, 36106, US
Professional
About
Melissa L. Isaak is an accomplished attorney at The Isaak Law Firm in Montgomery, Alabama, where she specializes in general practice and personal injury law, with a particular focus on domestic relations for men. Ms. Isaak's diverse background includes four years of dedicated service as an active-duty soldier in the United States Army, during which she balanced her military responsibilities with her education, earning both a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in psychology. Following her honorable discharge, she gained valuable experience as a child and adolescent therapist in various settings, including a residential hospital and private practice. Additionally, she served as an adjunct professor of psychology at Wallace Community College in Dothan, Alabama, teaching courses in general psychology, human growth and development, and statistics. Ms. Isaak furthered her education by obtaining a second master's degree in criminal justice and contributed to academic research while working with the United States Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory (USAARL). She earned her Juris Doctor from Barry University School of Law, where she excelled as the Senior Editor of the Barry Law Review. As a direct commission JAG officer in the Alabama National Guard, Ms. Isaak actively engages with the Family Law Committee of the Alabama Law Institute. The Isaak Law Firm distinguishes itself by offering unique support services, including housing and life coaching, to assist clients throughout their legal journeys.
About Child Custody Law
Child custody attorneys help parents establish and modify custody arrangements. They advocate for the best interests of children in custody disputes. Common matters include custody disputes, visitation rights, custody modifications, parenting plans.
Credentials
Education
2015 The Judge Advocate General's Legal Center and School JAG Attorney 2003 Troy University (main campus) M.S. 2001 Troy University - Dothan campus M.S. N/A Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School Of Law Law
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2001 Good Conduct Medal, United States Army 2000 Army Commendation Medal, United States Army 1997 Army Service Ribbon, United States Army
Publications
2004 USAARL Report No. 2004-18. Clarence E. Rash, Corina van de Pol, John S. Crowley, Melissa I. Isaak, Lisa J. Lewis, Keith L. Hiatt, Malcom G. Braithwaite, Daniel Ranchino. 2004. “The Effect of a Monocular Helmet-Mounted Display on Aircrew Health: A Cohort Study of Apache AH Mk1 Pilots Two-Year Baseline Review.” 2003 USAARL Report No. 2003-06. Clarence E. Rash, Jessica A. Stelle, Melissa L. Isaak, Juliet E. Nelson, Stefanie L. Archie, Joseph R. Licina (USAARL), Malcolm G. Braithwaite, Mark S. Adams, Keith L. Hiatt (Headquarters Director Army Aviation, Middle Wallop, UK). 2003. “Fitting Issues Survey for the AH-64 Integrated Helmet and Display Sighting System.” USAARL Report No. 2003-06.
Associations
2017 - Present Foster Child Task Force Committee Member 2017 - Present Military Law Committee Co-chair 2016 - Present Alabama Law Institute Family Law Committee Committee Member 2008 - Present Alabama State Bar Association Bar Member 2008 - Present Florida State Bar Association Bar Member
Speaking
2018 Strafford Online Webinar Drafting Prenuptial Agreements 2017 Scientific Data and Trends Affecting Family Law Scientific Data and Child Custody 2016 Webinar CLE Representing Men in Divorce 2016 Townhall Meeting Divorce, Custody and Support Informational Workshop 2016 Hot Topics in Custody Proceedings Latest Research on Custody
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Updated: Jun 06, 2026