Mel Gabriel Shek

Mel Gabriel Shek is a dedicated criminal defense attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. With a practice fully focused on criminal law, Mel works to protect the rights and freedoms of individuals facing serious charges. Her approach is both strategic and client-centered, providing each case with careful attention and thorough legal support.

Before becoming a lawyer, Mel earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management in 2016, where she made the Dean’s List. She went on to earn her Juris Doctor from the University of Minnesota Law School in 2019. There, She graduated magna cum laude and was inducted into the Order of the Coif. She also held roles on the Minnesota Law Review as Lead Managing Editor and Staffer.

Mel began her legal career at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP, where she worked from 2019 to 2024. Her experience in that role strengthened her courtroom skills and deepened her understanding of Minnesota law. She is admitted to the Minnesota Bar, having earned that qualification in 2019.

Clients trust Mel for her steady guidance and commitment to justice. Her work consistently reflects a high standard of professionalism and ethics. Mel’s dedication to pro bono service shows her broader mission to ensure access to legal help for those in need. Whether defending against criminal accusations or standing up for constitutional rights, she is known for being reliable, clear, and tough in defense.

Mel Gabriel Shek brings together sharp legal thinking, a strong academic background, and years of experience to serve her clients with integrity. As a criminal defense attorney, her focus stays on delivering fair outcomes for each person she represents. Her clients benefit from her smart, thorough, and respectful approach in every case.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Shek Law, LLC

Licensed State

• Minnesota

Education

• University of Minnesota Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Management, Minneapolis
  BS in Accounting with Magna Cum Laude

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