Experience

Stretto
• United States
• Business Consulting and Services
• 200 - 300 Employee
• Managing Director

  • 2004 - Present


BMS | Bankruptcy Management Solutions, Inc.

• VP | Operations

  • Jan 2018 - Present

  In her role as Vice President of Operations, Melinda oversees the training and development of all client support and service teams including, Account Managers, Banking and Support Center Representatives, as well as Hardware and Field Technicians. Drawing on significant experience as both a BMS Account Manager and a former bankruptcy paralegal, she leverages this multi-faceted perspective to implement and streamline case administration processes and procedures. With the goal of providing… Show more In her role as Vice President of Operations, Melinda oversees the training and development of all client support and service teams including, Account Managers, Banking and Support Center Representatives, as well as Hardware and Field Technicians. Drawing on significant experience as both a BMS Account Manager and a former bankruptcy paralegal, she leverages this multi-faceted perspective to implement and streamline case administration processes and procedures. With the goal of providing superior level service and support, Melinda works hand-in-hand with our software development team, offering her unique insight into the ongoing refinement of BMS’s technology solutions which are geared towards maximizing clients’ operational efficiency and productivity. She has nearly 20 years of experience in the consumer bankruptcy industry and serves on the BMS Executive Management Team, responsible for the overall leadership and growth of the company. Melinda is also an active member of IWIRC, ABI and NABT.

• VP Client Services

  • Dec 2014 - Present

• Director of Client Relations

  • Jan 2004 - Dec 2014



Checkett & Pauly, P.C.

• United States
• Legal Services

• Paralegal & Office Manager

  • Feb 1987 - Jan 2004

  Worked as Bankruptcy Paralegal and Office Manager for 17+ years. As the Bankruptcy Paralegal for this firm, I conducted the interviews with prospective clients contemplating bankruptcy. I worked with the debtor and attorney by investigating all the assets and debts involved with the case. Reviewed credit reports, finding the necessary information about transactions, loans, debts owed, speaking with creditors on behalf. I processed all paperwork for the filing of the bankruptcy and… Show more Worked as Bankruptcy Paralegal and Office Manager for 17+ years. As the Bankruptcy Paralegal for this firm, I conducted the interviews with prospective clients contemplating bankruptcy. I worked with the debtor and attorney by investigating all the assets and debts involved with the case. Reviewed credit reports, finding the necessary information about transactions, loans, debts owed, speaking with creditors on behalf. I processed all paperwork for the filing of the bankruptcy and filed all necessary documents with the court, as well as worked with the client through the case to discharge. As Bankruptcy Trustee Paralegal, I worked with the trustee closely to review all petitions and schedules, as well as pleading throughout the case. I participated in the initial meeting with the debtors as well as maintaining all ticklers and deadlines. I assisted in the drafting and filing of various petitions throughout the case, along with the selling, marketing of various assets. I worked with the UST and filed all necessary reports for the closing of the case and distributing funds. Show less Worked as Bankruptcy Paralegal and Office Manager for 17+ years. As the Bankruptcy Paralegal for this firm, I conducted the interviews with prospective clients contemplating bankruptcy. I worked with the debtor and attorney by investigating all the assets and debts involved with the case. Reviewed credit reports, finding the necessary information about transactions, loans, debts owed, speaking with creditors on behalf. I processed all paperwork for the filing of the bankruptcy and… Show more Worked as Bankruptcy Paralegal and Office Manager for 17+ years. As the Bankruptcy Paralegal for this firm, I conducted the interviews with prospective clients contemplating bankruptcy. I worked with the debtor and attorney by investigating all the assets and debts involved with the case. Reviewed credit reports, finding the necessary information about transactions, loans, debts owed, speaking with creditors on behalf. I processed all paperwork for the filing of the bankruptcy and filed all necessary documents with the court, as well as worked with the client through the case to discharge. As Bankruptcy Trustee Paralegal, I worked with the trustee closely to review all petitions and schedules, as well as pleading throughout the case. I participated in the initial meeting with the debtors as well as maintaining all ticklers and deadlines. I assisted in the drafting and filing of various petitions throughout the case, along with the selling, marketing of various assets. I worked with the UST and filed all necessary reports for the closing of the case and distributing funds. Show less