Northridge Law LLP

Betting and Gaming

Melanie is a gambling regulatory lawyer, advising on all aspects of gambling law including licence applications, compliance, advertising, licence reviews and changes of control.

Melanie has acted for a wide range of gambling operators including major online and land-based bookmakers and casinos, B2B game and software suppliers and start-ups. She also frequently advises operators of raffles, prize competitions, free draws and social gaming products.  Melanie’s recent highlights include advising Evolution Gaming on a restructuring of its UK gambling licences and assisting a gambling operator through the Gambling Commission’s “Special Measures” process, resulting in a decision not to pursue a licence review.

Melanie has a particular interest in the use of new technology for gambling products and novel product ideas. She is a regular contributor to industry publications such as iGaming Business, EGR and Casino & Gaming International, writes a monthly column for Casino International and often speaks at industry events.

2019 – Present: Partner, Northridge Law LLP 2008 – 2019: Assistant Solicitor / Senior Associate, Harris Hagan

English

University of Oxford, St Hilda’s College – MA Jurisprudence (2003)