Michelle Viola
Michelle Viola is a seasoned Corporate, Contracts, and Litigation Paralegal with extensive experience supporting attorneys across both private law firms and in-house corporate legal departments. Currently serving as Contract Manager at Kalkomey Enterprises, LLC, Michelle brings over three decades of expertise in contract negotiation, legal research, litigation support, and administrative process optimization. She is also a Florida Notary Public, with RON applications in progress, demonstrating her commitment to staying at the forefront of her field.
Throughout her career, Michelle has balanced complex paralegal responsibilities with office management, marketing, and recruiting duties, consistently excelling as a liaison between clients and attorneys. She has a proven record of accurately preparing pleadings, correspondence, reports, and legal memos while streamlining administrative processes to enhance efficiency and organizational effectiveness. Her proficiency spans a broad range of platforms and software, including Microsoft Office Suite, NetSuite, ContractLogix, LexisNexis, WestLaw, CM/ECF, SharePoint, SAP, and many others, enabling her to support complex, deadline-driven legal operations with precision.
Beyond her professional achievements, Michelle is an active volunteer with Impact, a nonprofit organization serving the homeless community, where she engages her family and peers in service projects. She also contributes her leadership expertise as a member of the University of Colorado Women in Leadership Advisory Board. Michelle holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Philosophy from the University of Colorado at Denver and is fluent in Spanish and Italian, further enhancing her ability to connect and collaborate across diverse teams and communities.
• University of Colorado at Denver - BA Psych
• National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc. (NFPA®)
• Volunteer at Impact
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to a combination of passion, perseverance, and seizing opportunities as they arise. I’ve wanted to be an attorney since middle school, but life changes, including becoming a mother and getting married, led me to a different path in the private sector. Through networking, I was invited to join my current company, where I successfully managed a paralegal business for over 11 years, starting while navigating the challenges of being a new mom. More recently, I took a leap of faith by relocating across the country to Florida, and I am now exploring further growth by pursuing a master’s in Legal Studies.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is to be kind to yourself and not let self-doubt hold you back, as I know firsthand how easy it is to be your own toughest critic. Success requires confidence, resilience, and the ability to meet deadlines consistently. It’s also important to assert yourself effectively, especially when navigating high-pressure environments with attorneys or corporate professionals, and to remember not to take challenges or feedback personally.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
I am a lifelong learner who values growth and continuous development in both my professional and personal life. I believe in leading with kindness and treating everyone with respect, recognizing that regardless of position or title, we are all equal. I strive to create opportunities for others, support those around me, and approach every interaction from a place of empathy and understanding.