Mel Gabriel Shek

For Clients Find a Lawyer Legal Resource Hub About Lexinter 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 launched her legal career at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP, where she practiced from 2019 to 2024. During that time, she gained extensive courtroom experience and developed a strong command of Minnesota law. She has been admitted to the Minnesota Bar since 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.