Melissa Gomez

With five years of dedicated experience in human resources, I have developed a comprehensive understanding of HR best practices by working alongside a corporate attorney specializing in HR and HIPAA compliance. This unique blend of legal and HR expertise allows me to navigate complex employee issues while ensuring all processes meet regulatory standards.

My role has involved managing a wide range of HR responsibilities, from recruitment and onboarding to conflict resolution. I have also played a key part in training managers on essential HR skills, including how to issue effective corrective actions and manage hiring and termination procedures confidently and fairly.

By combining practical HR experience with compliance knowledge, I help organizations foster a respectful, efficient workplace that balances employee needs with legal requirements.

Law Office of Patricia Hernandez - Brownsville, Texas

Legal Assistant

• Scheduling and calendaring Appointments (i.e.: meetings, luncheons, training, travel, doctor, court dates)
• Providing administrative support to the Attorney
• Effective communication with clients and courts
• Document and maintain client files.
• Drafting court motions
• Creating client lease renewals
• Create travel itineraries for training, and attorney travel.
• Preparing monthly client billing invoices
• Handling of incoming calls, mail, and emails
• Handle office bills (i.e.: corporate credit card, utilities, office internet, phone, office fumigation, lawn maintenance)
• Answering client questions and addressing Human Resource write up issues for the clients.
• Training client’s management staff regarding new employee on boarding required paperwork and training.
• Maintain attorney calendar meetings, events and activities.

August 1986 to December 1990

Texas Southmost College Brownsville, Texas

Basics

December 1991 to December 1992

Houston Community College Houston, Texas

Basics