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Melanie Shiller

Legal Assistant & Receptionist
Hampstead,MD

Summary

I am, and continue to be a driven young woman with four years experience in any legal setting. I want to bring my academic and life experience to support lawyers and ensure justice. I am confident in preparing documents for civil and criminal trials: in depth interviews with clients and witnesses and maintaining the firm's electronic litigation database. I am looking for a position in your company to grow and be a reliable service for the community, the constitution and you. I can assure you that I am dedicated and qualified beyond reasonable doubt to begin helping you with your case loads of people who need the extra push. I have morals and standards I live by daily that would also reflect the office positively as well. I can assure you that hiring me for this position will help the community outreach programs in a tremendous way, and I have been where these people are now. I’m very good at this. With my academic experience, and internship, I was able to gain work-like experience and I can assure you that by adding me to your team of respectful people at the office, I will continue to amaze you, and earn your recommendations and respect, and help those who want to help themselves.

Legal research professional with proven track record in delivering thorough and accurate legal analysis. Adept at collaborating with legal teams to support case strategies and enhance outcomes. Reliable and adaptable with strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Legal professional with experience in legal research, analysis, and documentation. Skilled in navigating complex legal databases and drafting clear, concise reports. Strong focus on team collaboration and adapting to evolving needs. Known for reliability, effective communication, and achieving results in high-pressure environments.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Researcher

Killian Law Group
02.2022 - 10.2024
  • Researched case law, statutes, and regulations to support litigation strategy and legal analysis.
  • Drafted concise memoranda summarizing precedents, arguments, and procedural requirements.
  • Analyzed court filings to identify relevant authority, issues, and case developments.
  • Verified citations and legal references for accuracy and compliance with formatting standards.
  • Monitored legislative and regulatory changes affecting active matters and client guidance.
  • Compiled research findings into organized reports for attorneys and case preparation.
  • Interpreted complex legal materials to support discovery, motions, and hearing preparation.
  • Maintained research records and source documentation to ensure consistency and reliability.

Veterinary Technician

Reisterstown Veterinary Center
03.2004 - 01.2021
  • Assisted veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
  • Collected blood, urine, and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Monitored anesthesia levels and maintained patient safety throughout procedures.
  • Prepared treatment rooms, instruments, and supplies for daily appointments.
  • Administered medications, vaccinations, and prescribed therapies accurately.
  • Recorded patient histories, vital signs, and medical updates in charts.
  • Educated pet owners on post-treatment care, medication use, and preventive health.
  • Managed patient handling, restraint, and hospitalization support with calm professionalism.
  • Maintained clean examination rooms, equipment, and kennels to ensure a safe and sanitary environment for both patients and staff members.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
  • Educated clients on preventive care measures such as vaccination schedules, heartworm prevention, flea/tick control, dental hygiene, and nutrition guidelines.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

University Of Phoenix
11-2022

Bachelors - Health Administration and Management

Civil Litigation Certificate - undefined

Ashworth University
05-2022

Social Worker Substance Abuse Certificate - undefined

Ashworth University
04-2022

Skills

  • Familiarity with court procedures
  • Time management
  • Research
  • Strong work ethic
  • Negotiation
  • Detail oriented
  • Organization
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Drafting memoranda

    Preparing memoranda

    Legal analysis

    Contract drafting

    Legal research

    Data privacy

    Legal citation

    Dispute resolution

    Immigration law

    Intellectual property

    Trademark law

    Statutory interpretation

    Litigation support

    Jurisdictional assessment

    Citing legal documents

    Electronic discovery

    Insurance law

    Multitasking

    Problem-solving abilities

    Attention to detail

    Multitasking Abilities

    Reliability

    Effective multitasking

Timeline

Legal Researcher

Killian Law Group
02.2022 - 10.2024

Veterinary Technician

Reisterstown Veterinary Center
03.2004 - 01.2021

Social Worker Substance Abuse Certificate - undefined

Ashworth University

Civil Litigation Certificate - undefined

Ashworth University

Bachelors - Health Administration and Management

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

University Of Phoenix
Melanie ShillerLegal Assistant & Receptionist