Melody J. Jolly - Raleigh, NC
Attorney at Cranfill Sumner
Community Association Law Lawyers in Raleigh, NC
5420 Wade Park Boulevard #300 Raleigh, NC 27607
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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20
Years
Experience
Raleigh Community Association Law Lawyer
Updated: 03/10/2026
Areas of Practice
- Community Association Law
- Professional Liability
Attorney Information
Overview
Melody Canady has handled litigation matters since joining Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP in 2006. Melody's practice focuses on commercial litigation and legal malpractice. She also defends employers in federal and state litigation against claims for wrongful termination, retaliation, and alleged violations of Title VII and ADA.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- "Power of Justice Pro Bono Impact Award" presented by NC Bar Association and Business Leader Magazine, 2008
Other Sources of Feedback About Melody J. Jolly
Included on the 2026 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2024 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2023 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2022 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2021 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2020 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2019 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2018 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2017 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2016 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2015 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2014 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2013 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2012 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2011 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2010 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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University of North Carolina School of Law,
Chapel Hill,
North Carolina, 2006
J.D.
Law Journal: North Carolina Journal of International Law and Commercial Regulation, Articles Editor, 2005 - 2006
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University of North Carolina School of Law,
Chapel Hill,
North Carolina, 2006
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Non Legal Education
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University of North Carolina,
Chapel Hill,
North Carolina, 2001
B.A.
Honors: With Honors
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University of North Carolina,
Chapel Hill,
North Carolina, 2001
Current Employment Position(s)
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Partner
Pro Bono Activities
- Volunteer - Mecklenburg County Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Program
- Team Member - CSH American Cancer Society, Relay for Life Team
Bar Admissions
- North Carolina, 2006
- U.S. District Court Western District of North Carolina
- U.S. District Court Middle District of North Carolina
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of North Carolina
- U.S. Court of Appeals 4th Circuit
Other Affiliations
- North Carolina Bar Association (Member)
- Mecklenburg County Bar Association (Member)
- Defense Research Institute (Member)
- American Bar Association (Member)
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Contact
5420 Wade Park Boulevard
#300
Raleigh, NC 27607
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.cshlaw.com/
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