Melanie is a leading Partner in our expert Family Law team. She is a fearless, powerful solicitor who strives to empower and achieve the best outcome for her clients.

Melanie represented Kate Griffiths, MP for Burton upon Trent and Uttoxeter in the landmark case which led to the publication of findings of rape, physical abuse, verbal abuse and controlling and coercive behaviour against her ex-husband, former MP, Andrew Griffiths.

Melanie also acts for influential, prominent individuals and ex-patriates in complex cases including divorce, child arrangements orders, international relocation, child abduction, domestic abuse, parental alienation, care proceedings, adoption placement breakdown, deprivation of liberty and habitual residence jurisdiction.

Areas of Expertise

  • Children proceedings, including acting for parents, grandparents, children and others in:
    • Adoption
    • Adoption breakdown
    • Advocacy
    • Care proceedings
    • Complex children proceedings
    • Special guardianship
  • International children issues, including:
    • Removal from jurisdiction
    • International child abduction
    • International adoption
    • International contact/residence disputes
    • Wardship
    • Inherent jurisdiction
  • Domestic violence

Professional Information

Notable Cases

“From the very beginning, Melanie Bridgen has been outstanding. Her guidance, advice and personal approach put me at ease whilst dealing with a very emotional and difficult child case. From start to finish she has consistently delivered.”

– Client Feedback

 

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