About Melanie
Melanie C. Lockett is an outstanding civil litigator and board-certified Family Law Specialist at Lowe, Stein, Hoffman, Allweiss & Hauver, L.L.P., positioned at 701 Poydras Street, Suite 3600, in New Orleans, Louisiana. She joined the Louisiana State Bar in 2006, starting a distinguished legal career. Her practice encompasses many areas, which includes family regulation, coverage insurance and defense, commercial litigation, and labor law. With a focal point on household regulation, Melanie handles cases involving divorce, parental custody, and help, demonstrating her dedication to advocating for her clients' best pursuits. Melanie earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Loyola University School of Law in 2006. Before pursuing her law school training, she obtained a Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) from Tulane University in 1997 and a Bachelor of Music (B.Mus.) from Boston University in 1993.
This diverse instructional background reflects her multifaceted approach to regulation and her ability to attach with clients from various walks of lifestyles. Prior to her legal career, she taught song in the New Orleans Public School system and at Xavier University, where she developed her verbal exchange abilities and developed an understanding of the network she serves. Her legal knowledge is in depth. Melanie has litigated instances in both Louisiana state and federal courts, showcasing her versatility and competence in navigating complicated areas of law. She has additionally successfully appealed cases to the Louisiana Courts of Appeal and the Louisiana highest court, further solidifying her popularity as a skilled advocate. Prior to her tenure at Lowe, Stein, Hoffman, Allweiss & Hauver, L.L.P., she served as a judicial law clerk to the Honorable Ivan L.R. Lemelle of the U.S.
District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana, gaining invaluable insights into the legal process. In addition to her legal practice, Melanie is actively concerned in various expert organizations. She has made significant contributions to the Defense Research Institute (DRI), where she serves as Vice Chair of the Insurance Law Committee and is a member of the DRI Law Institute. In 2021, she chaired the DRI Insurance Coverage and Practice Symposium, demonstrating her management in the legal network. Furthermore, she is a Steering Committee Member on DRI's Diversity Committee, advocating for inclusivity in the profession. Melanie's dedication to the legal network extends past her practice. She is a member of the American Bar Association, the Claims & Litigation Management Alliance, and the Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel.
Her management roles include serving as Chair of the Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization and Chair of the New Orleans Bar Association’s Minorities in the Law Committee. Additionally, she is a member of the New Orleans Chapter of the Federal Bar Association, A.P. Tureaud Inn of Court, and the Greater New Orleans Louis A. Martinet Legal Society. Through her various roles, Melanie continues to make an enduring impact on the legal career in Louisiana.
