What do you specialise in?
Since qualifying as a Solicitor in 2008, Melanie has developed extensive experience representing clients throughout the court process, from police station attendance to proceedings in the Magistrates' Court and Crown Court.
Melanie trained with Bilton Hammond Solicitors and joined Banner Jones following the firm's merger with Bilton Hammond in 2013. After the criminal defence department transferred to VHS Fletchers in 2015, she continued her criminal defence career there before returning to Banner Jones.
Now a member of Banner Jones' Care Proceedings team, Melanie specialises in safeguarding children within the social care system and supporting families involved in Care Proceedings. Her previous career in criminal defence has given her significant advocacy experience, particularly in conducting trials and cross-examining witnesses.
Melanie has represented a wide range of clients, including individuals with learning difficulties and mental health conditions, as well as professionals, business owners and members of the Armed Forces. Her calm, patient and supportive approach enables her to guide clients through complex and often sensitive legal matters.
Qualifications
Melanie studied at the University of Sheffield, where she obtained an LLB in Law before completing her Diploma in Legal Practice. She qualified as a Solicitor in 2008 and has since built extensive experience representing clients in complex and sensitive legal matters.
Recognition
The Family and Care team is recognised in The Legal 500, one of the UK's leading independent legal directories, and has achieved a Tier 2 ranking for the second consecutive year, reflecting the strength and expertise of the department in children and family law matters.
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