Michelle Delegat is a litigation solicitor at Meridian Partners.
Relevant experience
Michelle joined the firm following her admission to the bar in 2025. She completed her LLB at Auckland University of Technology, where she was recognised as the top academic student in 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 business development and senior corporate recruitment management with a global energy company.
Principal areas of work
- Insolvency litigation, liquidation, voidable transactions, and director liability
- Bankruptcy
- Debt recovery
- Support with commercial contracts, shareholder, and business disputes
- Support with Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act litigation
Working across practices
Michelle works in the firm’s litigation practice providing support and coordination where a matter requires input across practices.
Professional membership
- New Zealand Law Society
- Family Law Section, New Zealand Law Society
Direct contact
For direct contact details, see the profile above. To reach the wider firm, email info@mplaw.nz.

