Paralegals
Paralegals play an important role in Heyl Royster's ability to provide high-quality legal services cost-effectively. They are integrated into case teams, have a high degree of subject matter expertise, and interface with many of our clients on a day-to-day basis.
Paralegal Team
Lanette Anzalone
- Paralegal Certificate from the American Institute of Paralegal Studies
- More than two decades of paralegal experience
- B.S., Missouri State University, Marketing
- Rewarding retail management background
Brittany Perez
- B.S., University of Pittsburgh, Administrative Justice and Legal Studies
- Forensic Investigation intern
- Parkland College Hall of Fame Class of 2019 inductee
Sarah Welch
- 12+ years of paralegal experience in all phases of civil litigation
- B.S., Paralegal Studies
- Supports the workers’ compensation group with medical evaluations and expert retention
- Affinity for analysis of EMR audit trails
Alyssa Boulanger
- B.S., Southern Illinois University, Paralegal Studies & English, Pre-Professional Specialization, summa cum laude
- Music enthusiast & former Marching Saluki
- Based in the firm's Edwardsville office
Kayley Connors
- Focused on Cook County asbestos cases
- Joined the firm in 2021
- Associate's Degree in Science from Illinois Central College
Jacob Detrempe
- Vast experience in record collection and review
- Adept at e-discovery and forensic collection of electronic evidence
- Joined the firm in 2004
Doe Dorsey
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Over 20 years of paralegal experience in toxic tort, corporate law, and general litigation across Alabama, Florida, Illinois, and Missouri.
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Exceptional attention to detail, with strong technology and research skills.
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Skilled in preparing extensive discovery documents for disclosure.
Jennifer Dunham
- Over 15 years of legal experience
- B.S., Criminal Justice Studies, SIUE
- Special interest in witness and social media investigation
- Fitness enthusiast and certified person trainer
Katie Flint
- B.S., Greenville University, Organizational Leadership
- A.A.S., Lewis and Clark Community College, Paralegal Studies with Certificate of Proficiency
- Nearly a decade of asbestos litigation experience
- Volunteer Fire Fighter
Ashleigh Galletti
- Experienced paralegal focused on workers’ compensation
- A.S., Illinois Central College, Legal Studies and Paralegal Degree
- Extensive Health Care CNA experience and Family Law, Workers’ Compensation defense experience
Brian Gillette
- Over a decade of paralegal experience
- B.S., UW-Whitewater, Psychology
- Rockford native and travel enthusiast
Christina Hanson
- 30+ years of civil litigation experience in malpractice, personal injury, mass tort, and contract disputes
- Skilled in managing discovery, analyzing medical records, and coordinating expert retention
- Focus on e-discovery, document management, and organizing complex legal information
Pete Hooper
- 8+ years of experience supporting workers’ compensation defense
- Special interest in complex workers' compensation claims
- Lateral-thinking puzzle and cryptic crossword puzzle enthusiast
Stephanie Ishmael
- Dynamic paralegal with a decade of litigation experience
- American Bar Association approved Paralegal Certificate
- Based in the firm's Peoria office
Lisa Jeter
- Extensive experience in the legal industry
- 20+ years of focus on asbestos litigation
- Assisted in the firm's expansion to the Chicago market
- Affinity for witness investigation via social media
Megan Meyer
- Experience in workers' compensation, mass tort, personal injury, and product liability litigation
- B.A. in Legal Studies (University of Massachusetts); Paralegal Certificate/A.S. (Lewis & Clark Community College); A.A. (Southwestern Illinois College)
- Skilled in case management, medical record review, and litigation support
Kelli Pence
- Dedicated paralegal career with more than 25 years of practice
- A.A.S., Belleville Area College, Paralegal
- Based in the firm's Edwardsville office
Karen Powell
- Seasoned legal professional with more than 35 years of paralegal experience
- Focused on insurance defense with a passion for medical malpractice and civil rights litigation
- Assisted in cross-over, implementation, and training of firm technology platforms
Vanessa Powell
- Veteran civil litigation paralegal with more than three decades of experience
- Outdoor enthusiast and nature lover
- Experienced small business owner and certified tanning consultant
Andrea Reed
- B.S., Eastern Illinois University, Family and Consumer Sciences
- A.A., Lewis and Clark Community College, Paralegal Studies
- Affinity for background and social media investigation
Vicki Schumacher
- Veteran paralegal with more than four decades of experience
- A.A., Southern Illinois University
- Healthcare Risk Management Certificate
Lacey Sheppard
- 15+ years of experience in asbestos litigation
- Special interest in witness investigation
- Small business owner
Melissa Summers
- A.A.S., Paralegal Certification
- Certificate of Proficiency
- Microsoft Office Specialist Certificate
Brian Tuck
- United States Army Veteran
- B.A., Western Illinois University, Broadcasting
- Illinois Central College, Paralegal Certificate
- Extensive experience in railroad and healthcare litigation
Kelly VanLandeghem
- Over a decade of paralegal experience in several areas of law
- J.D., Michigan State University
- Focused on transactional law with a passion for real estate and corporations
Michele Wolfer
- Proudly works as a paralegal for more than 27 years
- Specializes in Workers' Compensation case value assessments
- Trial and appellate experience
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Emily Wright
- Experienced paralegal focused on workers' compensation and insurance defense
- A.S., Illinois Central College, Business
- Paralegal Certificate, Illinois Central College
