Melena Sanchez-Lane

Melena Sanchez-Lane is an experienced trademark paralegal currently employed at Ladas & Parry LLP since September 2021, responsible for client billing, docketing, and managing various aspects of trademark matters including registrations and conflict checks. Prior to this role, Melena worked as an accounting assistant at Sapphire Digital, part of Zelis, from November 2019 to August 2021, where responsibilities included assisting the VP of Finance and filing monthly sales tax reports. Melena also served as an IP legal assistant and office manager at James M. Smedley LLC from October 2014 to June 2019, supporting multiple attorneys with trademark and patent correspondence while managing office logistics. Earlier experience includes working as a legal secretary at Craner, Satkin, Sheer, Schwartz & Hanna from January 2013 to July 2014, handling clerical tasks and preparing subpoenas. Melena holds an Associate of Science degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences from UCNJ Union College of Union County and a certification in Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services from Union County Vocational Technical School.