Practice areas: Family Law, Estate Planning & Probate; view more
Licensed in Texas since: 2023
Education: St. Mary's University School of Law
Languages spoken: English, Spanish
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512-667-9231
McNutt Law Firm, PLLC
3331 Ranch Rd 12Suite 107A
San Marcos, TX 78666 Visit website
A formidable attorney for individuals navigating through matters of family law, Melysa Alvarez handles cases involving adoption, child custody and support, Child Protective Services defense, divorce, and paternity enforcement, among others. Working from her office at McNutt Law Firm, PLLC, in San Marcos, Texas, she serves clients across the city, ensuring they are provided with the relentless advocacy and tireless support they need to overcome their legal challenges.
A graduate in criminal justice at Texas State University, Ms. Alvarez pursued her law degree at St. Mary’s University School of Law, where she earned her Juris Doctor. While at law school, she received the Pro Bono and Public Service Award, and the Francisco Leos Award for Excellence in Clinical Studies for the Family Law Clinic. She also served as a law clerk in two firms and at the district attorney’s office, honing research and writing skills, understanding judicial processes, and grasping litigation skills early on.
Licensed to practice law in Texas since 2023, Ms. Alvarez has committed her practice to advocating for individuals needing help in family law issues. With a passion for representing victims of dating and family violence, she uses her experience and legal understanding to ensure the safety of her clients and safeguard their rights at court. She prioritizes the welfare of children and makes sure they are well-understood and cared for.
Driven by a deep commitment to justice and long-term solutions, Ms. Alvarez approaches each case with sincere compassion and a realistic approach. In addition to following the law, she carefully takes her clients' and the children's wishes into account. This enables her to develop innovative and successful strategies by customizing them to each client's specific needs. She makes sure that her empathy and legal knowledge help clients emerge from family law transactions with clarity and purpose.
Practice areas
Family Law, Estate Planning & ProbateFocus areas
Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Estate Planning, Name Change, Power of Attorney, Probate & Estate Administration, Same Sex Family Law, Wills
- 90% Family Law
- 10% Estate Planning & Probate
First Admitted: 2023, Texas
Professional Webpage: https://www.jmcnuttlaw.com/staff-profiles/melysa-s-alvarez/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Texas, 2023
- Texas Bar College, 2025
Educational Background
- Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas, B.S. – Criminal Justice, magna cum laude, Honors College, 2017 – 2019
- St. Mary’s University School of Law, Juris Doctor in May 2022
Honors
- Awards given to students who exemplify the values of St Mary’s School of Law, School of Law Dean’s Award, St Mary’s, 2022
- Pro Bono College of Texas, Member, 2019 – 2021
- Women in Law Leadership Award, Recipient, Spring 2021
- Pro Bono and Public Service Award, Spring 2022
- Francisco Leos Award for Excellence in Clinical Studies – Family Law
Office location for Melysa Alvarez
3331 Ranch Rd 12
Suite 107A
San Marcos, TX 78666
Phone: 512-667-9231
Selections
- Rising Stars: 2026