Solicitor
BBS (Hons), MBS, LLB
Michelle Delegat is a solicitor at Meridian Partners with a practice focused on employment law and family law matters, supporting individuals and businesses through practical, people-focused legal issues.
Michelle joined the firm following her admission to the bar in 2025, after completing her LLB at Auckland University of Technology, where she was awarded top academic student for her undergraduate year. She also holds a Bachelor of Business Studies (Honours) and a Master of Business Studies from Massey University.
Before entering legal practice, Michelle worked in corporate recruitment management, giving her first-hand insight into workplace dynamics, employment relationships, and organisational decision-making. This background informs her practical approach to employment matters and client communication.
Michelle works across a range of employment and family law matters, including:
She works closely with senior lawyers on more complex matters while managing appropriate files independently, ensuring clients receive clear guidance and responsive support.
Michelle is known for her structured thinking, attention to detail, and client-focused communication. She takes care to ensure clients understand the process they are in and the practical options available to them.
Her background in business, combined with her legal training, allows her to approach matters with both empathy and pragmatism, particularly where legal issues intersect with real-world pressures.
