Melissa Mickey
About Melissa Mickey
Melissa Mickey serves as a Staff Attorney Knowledge Manager at ALAS, Inc. She has extensive legal experience, having worked at several prominent law firms in the Greater Chicago Area and holds a JD from the University of Illinois College of Law.
Current Role at ALAS
Melissa Mickey serves as the Staff Attorney-Knowledge Manager at ALAS, Inc. since 2016. In this role, she focuses on managing legal knowledge and resources, ensuring that the organization maintains up-to-date information and best practices. Her position involves collaborating with various departments to enhance legal research and support services within the organization.
Previous Legal Experience
Prior to her current role, Melissa Mickey worked at several prominent law firms in the Greater Chicago Area. She was an Associate at Reed Smith LLP from 2013 to 2016, and before that, she held the same position at Mayer Brown from 2008 to 2010. Her career also includes a tenure at Loeb & Loeb LLP as an Associate from 2010 to 2013, where she gained substantial experience in legal practice.
Education and Qualifications
Melissa Mickey earned her Juris Doctor (JD) from the University of Illinois College of Law, completing her studies from 2003 to 2006. Prior to her law degree, she received a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English and Economics from Vanderbilt University, where she studied from 1997 to 2001. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her legal career.
Early Career Experience
Melissa Mickey began her professional journey as a Project Assistant at Watt, Tieder, Hoffar & Fitzgerald from 2001 to 2003. This role allowed her to gain initial exposure to the legal field, contributing to her subsequent decision to pursue a career in law.