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Provided by Melanie Ellis

UK

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Melanie is an experienced gambling regulatory lawyer, advising on all aspects of gambling law including licence applications, compliance, advertising, licence reviews and changes of control. She 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, advising on the regulatory aspects of the sale of Intouch Games 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 and writes a monthly column for Casino International.

Career

2019 – Present: Partner, Northridge Law LLP

2008 – 2019: Assistant Solicitor / Senior Associate, Harris Hagan

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