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Melissa McLeod is a dynamic and highly skilled Solicitor at McGee McGee Agar Law, specialising in Criminal Defence and Family Law. Known for her sharp legal judgement and composed courtroom presence, Melissa has quickly become a trusted representative for clients facing both serious criminal allegations and complex family law disputes.
She holds qualifications as a Duty Solicitor, Police Station Representative, and Solicitor, and is recognised within the firm for her strategic mindset, meticulous case preparation, and ability to deliver results under pressure.
Melissa’s growing caseload includes a wide range of criminal matters—from police station representation to contested trials in the Magistrates’ Court. Her police station accreditation allows her to advise clients at the earliest and most critical stage of the criminal process, where decisions often shape the entire case.
She is regularly instructed in cases involving:
Melissa brings clarity and assertiveness to every stage of defence, ensuring clients are fully informed, well prepared, and protected at all times. Her calm, focused approach makes her a strong advocate during police interviews, bail hearings, and court proceedings.
In addition to her criminal practice, Melissa is establishing a strong reputation in family law. She has outstanding experience and results across divorce, civil partnership dissolution, and financial remedy proceedings.
She advises on:
Melissa adopts a solutions-focused style, helping clients navigate emotionally difficult matters with professionalism and empathy. Her attention to detail and ability to challenge unreasonable positions has resulted in fair and favourable outcomes for her clients in both court and negotiated settlements.
Melissa is known for her tenacity, diligence, and ability to handle challenging legal issues with confidence and discretion. Clients appreciate her honesty, clear communication, and ability to quickly get to the heart of a matter.
She is already a key figure within the McGee McGee Agar Law team, working closely with senior lawyers on serious cases while independently managing her own busy caseload.
With an unwavering work ethic, and growing client following, Melissa McLeod is fast establishing herself as one of the North East’s most promising and capable legal professionals - in both criminal defence - and family law.
We will assess your eligibility for Legal Aid and if you are not eligible, we will provide you with an agreed fee to represent you to conclusion of your case.
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Craig SmithAmy has been excellent over an ongoing matter with the police who continued to delay and fob off an extremely difficult time. With the correct outcome. As always McGee McGee Agar Law are there when needed with good advice and professionalism. Thanks to all there staff involved.
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Rhys MoorheadI dealt with Christine Sworder after being arrested in relation to a number of very serious allegations that had been wrongly made against me. From the moment I met Christine, she carefully explained the situation, put me at ease and gave me all the advice and guidance I needed to safely navigate...
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Tiffany ButlerWas represented by mma during a very hard time when I was falsely accused of vile crimes, I was scared and worried and had no idea what to do, when Chrissy from MMA turned up she made me feel much more confident and was very professional and have me confidence to feel calm and assuaged my anxiety. E...
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Conor ThompsonMcGee McGee Agar Law Ltd, Amazing from start to finish, really welcoming, very knowledgeable and helped me and my family through a very difficult time. Using all the experience and knowledge they have, they helped me towards the correct verdict and helping me move forward in me life. Me and my f...
Stuart ReevesUsed Andy before and the results he gets is everything you want and more, highly recommended him and will use him if I ever need him in the future.
Craig SmithAmy has been excellent over an ongoing matter with the police who continued to delay and fob off an extremely difficult time. With the correct outcome. As always McGee McGee Agar Law are there when needed with good advice and professionalism. Thanks to all there staff involved.
AnonymousI would highly recommend MMA Law in Middlesbrough. They supported my family throughout what has been one of the most difficult and challenging times we have ever been through, over a long five-year period. Throughout those five years, we received excellent care, attention and support from the whole...
Rhys MoorheadI dealt with Christine Sworder after being arrested in relation to a number of very serious allegations that had been wrongly made against me. From the moment I met Christine, she carefully explained the situation, put me at ease and gave me all the advice and guidance I needed to safely navigate...
AnonymousAmazing fast acting behalf of people communication excellent
BardhylAmazing experience with Andy from start to finish! Definitely recommend.
Tiffany ButlerWas represented by mma during a very hard time when I was falsely accused of vile crimes, I was scared and worried and had no idea what to do, when Chrissy from MMA turned up she made me feel much more confident and was very professional and have me confidence to feel calm and assuaged my anxiety. E...
Ryan McKinnonAbsolutely over the moon they have help me out so much and they are really good with people who need the help would really recommend these
Jack TaylorService and support was great thank you.
Conor ThompsonMcGee McGee Agar Law Ltd, Amazing from start to finish, really welcoming, very knowledgeable and helped me and my family through a very difficult time. Using all the experience and knowledge they have, they helped me towards the correct verdict and helping me move forward in me life. Me and my f...
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