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Melanie is a family law solicitor at MBS Family Law. Since qualifying as a solicitor in 2007 Melanie has solely practised family law. Her caseload covers a wide variety of divorce matters, financial provision arising out of the breakdown of a relationship and disputes involving children. As a dual French/British national, Melanie has always specialised in advising French expatriates on family law matters in England and Wales, usually in French.

Melanie is committed to Resolution’s Code of Practice, has trained in mediation and is a Collaborative Lawyer.

Appointment options:

  • Face to face (Central London, WC2A 1LG)
  • WhatsApp/Video conference
  • Phone call

 

Melanie has specialised in family law since qualifying as a solicitor in 2007. She can advise in English and French.

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Melanie was extremely helpful. She explained that I had more rights than I realised. Very good value.

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Efficient, friendly and helpful - really glad I used this service. Thank you.

Anonymous (not verified)

Helpful consultation to understand my rights on divorce with regard to my specific circumstances. Melanie was approachable, supportive, knowledgeable and helpful.

Anonymous (not verified)

Melanie was extremely generous with her expertise advising me on my divorce proceedings. I have found myself overwhelmed with legal jargon on forms I can't understand, and she was able to give me a clear picture of what was asked of me and what sort of things I had to do ground work on in support of my divorce proceedings. Melanie is a safe pair hands with international divorce situations like mine and I highly recommend her for other people needing to get expert legal advice on their divorce.

Anonymous (not verified)

Brilliantly helpful and generous with her time. Able to help me even though I'm not based in UK.

Anonymous (not verified)

Melanie was excellent. She grasped what to our family seemed to be a very complex situation immediately and gave very clear advice on the options and their consequences. Having had just one hour with her we went from being lost and desperate to feeling confident about our position and also able to make informed choices as to how to proceed.

Anonymous (not verified)

I found Ms Bataillard-Samuel's advice to be thoughtful to my situation and with a depth of knowledge that allowed to me to make further decisions with confidence. I would have no hesitation recommending her.

Anonymous (not verified)

Melanie was professional and friendly.She answered all my questions

Anonymous (not verified)

Highly professional and informative, answering all the concerns and questions I had with a direct and plain speaking approach which was exactly what I needed.

Anonymous (not verified)

Excellent advice. She was sympathetic but clear and to the point.
Thank you

Anonymous (not verified)

I’m deeply grateful for the support Melanie gave me through what felt like a daunting and unfamiliar process.

She quite literally hand-held me through completing the C100 form and making an application to court — something I had never done before and was carrying a lot of anxiety about. What stood out most was her ability to help me see my situation through a clear and discerning lens. She didn’t just help me list facts; she guided me to understand what I’m actually trying to achieve, and how to communicate that clearly and appropriately.

Because of her support, the process felt structured, grounded, and manageable. I moved through the fear and uncertainty that had been holding me back and was able to submit my application with confidence.

The journey continues now, with a court date ahead, but I feel far more resourced and steady having had Melanie’s guidance at this crucial step. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone navigating this process for the first time.

Gregory Clough (not verified)
Father applying for Child Arrangement Order to see my son again.

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