Melissa Sachs
About Melissa Sachs
Melissa Sachs is a Senior Associate Editor specializing in Privacy and Data Security at Practical Law, part of Thomson Reuters. With a background in legal journalism and expertise in US privacy laws, she has held various roles in the legal field since earning her Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Melissa Sachs serves as the Senior Associate Editor for Privacy and Data Security at Practical Law, a position she has held since 2017. In this role, she focuses on legal journalism, particularly in the areas of data privacy and security. She writes and edits articles that explore the intersection of law and technology, contributing to the understanding of privacy laws and regulations.
Previous Experience at Thomson Reuters
Prior to her current role, Melissa Sachs worked at Thomson Reuters as a Publication Lead from 2011 to 2017. During her six years in this position, she was involved in managing and overseeing publication processes, enhancing the quality and relevance of legal content provided by the organization.
Legal Career Background
Melissa Sachs began her legal career as an Attorney at Silver and Silver Inc, where she worked for four months in 2006. She then transitioned to the role of Attorney Recruiter at Jurisolutions, Cyla, Juristaff, and Jxp Search from 2007 to 2009 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This experience provided her with insights into legal recruitment and the needs of law firms.
Education and Expertise
Melissa Sachs holds a Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law, where she studied from 2003 to 2006. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and English from the University of Michigan from 1999 to 2003. Additionally, she holds a CIPP/US certification, which signifies her expertise in U.S. privacy laws and regulations.
Internship Experience
Before completing her law degree, Melissa Sachs gained practical experience as a Virtual Legal Intern at the Institute for Justice from 2004 to 2006. This role allowed her to develop her legal research and writing skills, further preparing her for her future career in legal journalism.