Melody Smith is an experienced legal professional currently serving as Associate General Counsel and Senior Counsel at Klein Tools since August 2016, where responsibilities include managing risk and corporate compliance, as well as leading labor and employment compliance for the organization and its affiliates. Prior to this role, Melody was a Partner at Strasburger & Price, LLP from September 2008 to July 2016, specializing in labor and employment law, products liability, and real estate. Notable achievements include litigating claims related to various employment laws, resolving workplace complaints, and providing legal guidance across multiple employment issues. Melody holds a J.D. from the SMU Dedman School of Law and a degree from Austin College.