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Melissa Rennirt is a seasoned litigation paralegal with more than 25 years of experience supporting complex civil and commercial litigation. Based in Louisville, she plays a critical role in Gray Ice Higdon’s Litigation and Intellectual Property teams, where she works behind the scenes to ensure each case moves forward with clarity, precision, and organization.
Melissa is often the logistical backbone of the firm’s most high-stakes matters. From managing discovery and preparing exhibits to overseeing courtroom technology and coordinating expert witnesses, she keeps cases running smoothly from initial filing through trial and appeal. While clients may not always see her front and center, they quickly learn how essential her expertise is to the success of their legal strategy.
Melissa is known for her ability to bring structure to the litigation process and instill confidence in both attorneys and clients. She manages trial logistics, organizes document review, and leads the preparation of materials for hearings, mediations, and court appearances. Her technical skills, calm under pressure, and commitment to detail allow attorneys to focus on advocacy—knowing the critical support work is in expert hands.
She has supported trials in both state and federal court, including high-profile commercial disputes, IP litigation, and emergency injunctive actions. Her ability to synthesize large volumes of information and her fluency in litigation technology make her an indispensable asset at every stage of a case.
Supported multi-million-dollar jury trials in federal court involving trade secret and tortious interference claims
Coordinated document-intensive discovery responses in intellectual property and contract disputes
Managed exhibit preparation and presentation logistics for emergency injunction hearings
Oversaw eDiscovery processes and litigation hold compliance in large-scale corporate disputes
Led trial logistics for complex litigation involving multiple expert witnesses and third-party subpoenas
Senior Paralegal, Gray Ice Higdon (2012–Present)
Mentor and trainer for junior litigation paralegals
Internal lead for trial prep workflows and courtroom technology coordination
Active in local paralegal associations and continuing education
Melissa began her legal career in 1997 and has developed a deep expertise in litigation support, particularly in complex, document-intensive cases. She joined Gray Ice Higdon in 2022 and has since become a trusted leader within the firm’s paralegal team.
She frequently trains junior paralegals, collaborates with legal tech vendors, and contributes to internal process improvements. Melissa also represents the firm’s litigation support team in client meetings and trial strategy sessions—bringing insight, foresight, and strong follow-through to every matter.
B.A. in Political Science & Government, University of Louisville
Notary Public – Commonwealth of Kentucky
Melissa Rennirt is a seasoned litigation paralegal with more than 25 years of experience supporting complex civil and commercial litigation. Based in Louisville, she plays a critical role in Gray Ice Higdon’s Litigation and Intellectual Property teams, where she works behind the scenes to ensure each case moves forward with clarity, precision, and organization.
Melissa is often the logistical backbone of the firm’s most high-stakes matters. From managing discovery and preparing exhibits to overseeing courtroom technology and coordinating expert witnesses, she keeps cases running smoothly from initial filing through trial and appeal. While clients may not always see her front and center, they quickly learn how essential her expertise is to the success of their legal strategy.
Melissa is known for her ability to bring structure to the litigation process and instill confidence in both attorneys and clients. She manages trial logistics, organizes document review, and leads the preparation of materials for hearings, mediations, and court appearances. Her technical skills, calm under pressure, and commitment to detail allow attorneys to focus on advocacy—knowing the critical support work is in expert hands.
She has supported trials in both state and federal court, including high-profile commercial disputes, IP litigation, and emergency injunctive actions. Her ability to synthesize large volumes of information and her fluency in litigation technology make her an indispensable asset at every stage of a case.
Supported multi-million-dollar jury trials in federal court involving trade secret and tortious interference claims
Coordinated document-intensive discovery responses in intellectual property and contract disputes
Managed exhibit preparation and presentation logistics for emergency injunction hearings
Oversaw eDiscovery processes and litigation hold compliance in large-scale corporate disputes
Led trial logistics for complex litigation involving multiple expert witnesses and third-party subpoenas
Senior Paralegal, Gray Ice Higdon (2012–Present)
Mentor and trainer for junior litigation paralegals
Internal lead for trial prep workflows and courtroom technology coordination
Active in local paralegal associations and continuing education
Melissa began her legal career in 1997 and has developed a deep expertise in litigation support, particularly in complex, document-intensive cases. She joined Gray Ice Higdon in 2022 and has since become a trusted leader within the firm’s paralegal team.
She frequently trains junior paralegals, collaborates with legal tech vendors, and contributes to internal process improvements. Melissa also represents the firm’s litigation support team in client meetings and trial strategy sessions—bringing insight, foresight, and strong follow-through to every matter.
B.A. in Political Science & Government, University of Louisville
Notary Public – Commonwealth of Kentucky
