Awards
We are honored to have been named to the FORBES Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams list for four consecutive years (2023, 2024, 2025, & 2026).
2026 Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Team
Fayette Legacy Partners has been recognized as a Best-in-State Wealth Management Team by Forbes for the fourth consecutive year.
2025 Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Team
Fayette Legacy Partners has been named to the Forbes 2025 Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams list. This marks the third year in a row the team has been recognized.
Our Team
Fayette Legacy Partners was created with a simple mission:To help clients achieve their financial goals through trusted advice and unparalleled service. Our objective is to simplify and enhance our clients' financial lives by utilizing the best resources of a global financial services firm, through one exclusive relationship.Fayette Legacy Partners are proud members of the Fayette Chamber of Commerce, Morgantown Area Chamber of Commerce, Mon-Yough Area Chamber of Commerce, and Mon Valley Regional Chamber.
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Melody A. Cole, AWMA®
First Vice President / Investments, Financial Advisor
Laura J. Williams, CRPC®
First Vice President / Investments, Financial Advisor
Christopher J. Filicky, CLTC®
Financial Advisor
Michael Tetteris, MBA, CLTC®, AWMA®
Financial Advisor
M. Jeanine Herron, CRPC®
Financial Advisor
Kristin Womeldorf, MBA
Private Client Associate
What We Do
No matter where you are in life – we’re here for you through every step of your financial journey.
College Saving and Funding Plans
Plan for More™—supporting your student’s future while protecting your broader financial goals.
As the cost of higher education continues to rise, paying for college often requires more than saving—it often calls for a thoughtful, customized strategy that balances education funding with your broader financial goals.
Financial Planning
Your financial life is shaped by what matters most to you. At Janney, begin by understanding your priorities, then connect your goals to a personalized financial plan designed to help you plan for more—more clarity, more confidence, and more possibility.
No matter where you are in life, we’re here to help you navigate complexity, build a thoughtful strategy, and move forward with purpose. With experience across a wide range of financial situations, we analyze your current circumstances and create a plan tailored to your unique needs and long-term vision.
Investment Management
Our investment management process centers around a custom plan for your unique circumstances, incorporating thoughtful guidance for a strategy that aligns with your goals.
Community Involvement
Fayette Legacy Partners and the Uniontown Office of Janney Montgomery Scott are proud to support the many worthy organizations and charities that make our area such a great place to live and work. Some of the organizations we have proudly supported are:The Community Foundation of Fayette CountyTouchstone Center for CraftsHARC Youth Baseball & SoftballBelle Vernon Area Charitable FoundationNational Multiple Sclerosis Society / Bike MSSoroptimist International of Fayette CountyGreen GardenersThe Mon Valley Regional Chamber of CommerceAmerican Heart AssociationYough River TrailFay-Penn Economic Development CouncilAmerican Heart Association Fayette Heart BallSusan G Komen for the CureRotary Club of Monessen/RostraverBelle Vernon RotaryUniontown High School BaseballRostraver Public LibraryAmerican Legion/Wreaths Across AmericaState Theatre Center for the ArtsVariety the Children's Charity
Events
Check out information on upcoming and past events we’re pleased to offer you, virtually and/or in person, on a variety of topics.
Recent Event: Janney's 2026 Market Outlook
What can we expect for the economy and markets in 2026?
Recent Event: Year-End Planning: Tax and Estate
As the end of 2025 approaches, there’s a lot to consider when it comes to estate and tax planning—particularly for clients with more complex wealth.
Recent Event: A Medicare Primer
Take control of your Medicare journey by joining Janney’s exclusive client webinar!
Recent Updates
Stay up-to-date and in-the know about every aspect of your financial picture.
February 10, 2026
Recent Event: Janney's 2026 Market Outlook
Missed our recent 2026 Market Outlook? No problem—click the link to watch the full recording and hear our insights on what to expect for the economy and markets in 2026.
February 02, 2026
How You Can Leave More to Your Heirs, Minimize Taxes
Did you know that repositioning some of your investments may be a tax-efficient way to leave a larger financial legacy?
February 02, 2026
Plan for More™️ in 2026: Your Month-by-Month Financial Planning Calendar
Want a clearer roadmap for the year ahead? This month-by-month financial planning calendar helps you stay organized with taxes, retirement planning, Medicare decisions, and year-end strategies throughout 2026.
Click the link to view the full 2026 planning calendar and start mapping out your year.
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Research & Insights
Access our latest research and insights covering market news, financial planning topics, and more.
January Investment Perspectives
In this issue we look at AI and its impact on productivity, how executive policy drove the market in 2025, and the January effect and stock market seasonality.
Outlook 2026
Outlook 2026 offers the Janney Investment Strategy Group’s baseline prognostications for the economy, the equity and fixed-income markets, their evolution, and investment implications in the New Year.
5 Simple Steps to Prepare for Tax Filing
Filing your tax returns can be less stressful when you take a few steps before it’s time to complete your tax forms.
Office Information
Contact us today to discuss how we can put a plan in place designed to help you reach your financial goals.