Melissa specialises in commercial and civil litigation and has specialist expertise in insurance law. She is also available for appointment as an independent mediator to help parties to resolve their disputes. 

Melissa has represented clients in regards to contractual disputes, negligence claims, disputes involving professionals, shareholder disputes, construction disputes and estate claims. She has particular expertise in insurance law, having acted for both insurers and policyholders, and insolvency. 

Melissa has significant experience in dealing with liability claims, including professional indemnity, public liability and statutory liability claims, as well as insurance claims arising from the Canterbury earthquakes. She also regularly advises clients on issues relating to personal and corporate insolvency, including advising and representing liquidators.