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Melinka is a litigation specialist with expertise in the fields of private prosecutions, professional discipline and regulatory enforcement.

Melinka heads up the team responsible for private prosecutions. She helps individuals, corporates and charities bring criminal prosecutions, especially when the State fails to act.

Melinka has over twelve years’ experience of presenting high-profile fitness to practise cases. She also advises regulatory clients on the suitability of their enforcement regimes.

Melinka acts for directors and senior officers accused of committing health and safety offences. She also advises them on what constitutes effective governance over health and safety within their organisations.

Prior to joining Kingsley Napley, Melinka was the Head of Licensing for JD Wetherspoon plc. She continues to help operators in the leisure sector to comply with their regulatory responsibilities or respond to enforcement action.

Career

Melinka was admitted as barrister and solicitor to the High Court of New Zealand in 2000. She was admitted to the roll of solicitors for England and Wales in 2006. She joined Kingsley Napley in 2009 and became a partner in 2011.

Professional Memberships

Melinka is a founding member of the Private Prosecutors' Association. She is on the Advisory Board to the Victims of Crime Association of Lawyers.

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Melinka Berridge is recognised for her expertise in the education and healthcare sectors, which sees her frequently represent regulatory bodies in fitness-to-practise hearings and inquests. She frequently assists with the investigation and presentation of cases concerning allegations of dishonesty and inappropriate behaviour.

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