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Melanie Shada

Management / Attorney
Aurora,CO

Summary

Dynamic attorney with solid background in owning and operating legal practice, looking to expand horizons and potentially change trajectory. Excels in management, estate planning and research. Expert in contract negotiation and document preparation, I consistently enhance client satisfaction through effective communication and strategic case management. Committed to delivering high-quality services that prioritize client interests.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Attorney

Law Office of Melanie B. Shada
08.2009 - 04.2023
  • Sole attorney in successful estate planning practice.
  • Managed complex caseloads by prioritizing tasks and organizing case materials.
  • Researched laws, rulings, and regulations to advise clients on legal transactions.
  • Developed strategies to resolve cases in clients' best interests.
  • Drafted comprehensive legal documents, including contracts, wills, and trusts.
  • Boosted client satisfaction by providing timely updates and addressing concerns.
  • Cultivated public speaking skills through regular presentations at legal seminars.
  • Enhanced firm's reputation by delivering consistent, high-quality legal services.

Attorney

Looney, Looney & Chadwell
08.2007 - 12.2009
  • Counseled start-up companies on legal matters, including entity formation and regulatory compliance.
  • Streamlined contract negotiations through effective communication with opposing counsel.
  • Identified and mitigated legal risks by analyzing ambiguous clauses in contracts.
  • Drafted and reviewed contracts to fulfill diverse client requirements.
  • Managed a varied caseload while prioritizing tasks to meet critical deadlines.

Pricing Assistant

JANUS
06.1997 - 07.1998
  • Created detailed reports using advanced Excel skills to analyze pricing performance metrics.
  • Reviewed and updated pricing information,
  • Addressed pricing discrepancy inquiries promptly.

Medical Office Assistant

Denver Orthopedic Clinic
08.1995 - 06.1997
  • Managed patient scheduling, check-in, and payment processes for efficient billing operations.
  • Answered telephone inquiries to provide office information and direct calls to appropriate staff.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms while addressing questions and preparing for physician examinations.
  • Gathered and organized medical records to prepare patient charts prior to appointments.
  • Obtained pre-authorization from insurance companies ahead of medical services to ensure compliance.

Education

J.D. -

University of Denver
Denver, CO

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ

Skills

  • Practice management
  • Legal writing
  • Document review
  • Legal research
  • Contract negotiation
  • Document preparation
  • Estate planning

Work Availability

monday
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morning
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsPaid time off401k match

Timeline

Attorney

Law Office of Melanie B. Shada
08.2009 - 04.2023

Attorney

Looney, Looney & Chadwell
08.2007 - 12.2009

Pricing Assistant

JANUS
06.1997 - 07.1998

Medical Office Assistant

Denver Orthopedic Clinic
08.1995 - 06.1997

J.D. -

University of Denver

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition

Northern Arizona University

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