Attorney. Legacy Builder. Outdoor Enthusiast.
Melissa N. Paddy is a lifelong Marylander and the Co-Founder of Liberty Legacy Law Group (LLLG), a firm dedicated to helping hardworking families secure what they’ve built and preserve what matters most – their legacies. With over a decade of legal experience, Melissa brings a compassionate, strategic approach to estate planning, elder law, trust and estate administration, and firearms law.
Melissa began her legal career advocating for personal injury clients before transitioning to estate-focused practice areas where she found her true passion: guiding families through some of life’s most sensitive transitions. She earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Baltimore School of Law and holds a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.
At LLLG, Melissa leads firm operations and ensures every client receives a personal, relationship-driven experience. Known for her ability to simplify complex topics and provide practical solutions, she is especially skilled in designing customized estate plans for Maryland families, blue-collar business owners, and retirees. With a client-first approach, flat-fee pricing, and a sincere commitment to education, she helps demystify estate planning and delivers legal support that feels like family. Her work is driven by the belief that estate planning is not just about paperwork — it’s about peace of mind, protection, and preserving what’s most important.
Melissa also brings unique expertise in Maryland and federal firearms law, including NFA and Family Gun Trusts, helping clients navigate lawful ownership, transfers, and legacy planning involving firearms.
Outside the office, Melissa is an avid outdoorswoman who lives an active lifestyle. She enjoys hiking, hunting, fishing, and playing pickleball. Her commitment to community shines through her leadership of the annual Children’s Fish Rodeo at the Baltimore County Game and Fish Protective Association — an event that draws over 400 attendees and introduces local youth to the joys of fishing and the value of conservation.
In every facet of her life, Melissa blends excellence and empathy — making her not just a trusted attorney, but a lifelong ally to the families she serves.