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Michelle Hurst
Senior Associate Legal Executive
Michelle Hurst specialises in childcare law and is committed to helping parents, family members and children navigate some of the most difficult and emotional situations they may face.
Michelle is a Senior Associate and Deputy Head of Biscoes' Family Department. She has extensive experience representing clients in care proceedings and other complex childcare matters, including cases involving serious allegations, non-accidental injuries and deprivation of liberty orders. She also has significant experience helping families work towards the successful reunification of children with their parents where circumstances allow.
Having started her legal career as a secretary within a family law department, Michelle worked full-time while completing her legal qualifications. She later specialised in childcare law and has dedicated her career to supporting families involved in care proceedings. She joined Biscoes in 2017, bringing with her a wealth of experience gained from both local and national law firms.
Michelle has advocacy rights in all courts, enabling her to represent clients throughout their case and provide continuity from start to finish. Clients value her honest, straightforward approach and her ability to explain complex legal issues in a way that is easy to understand. She is passionate about ensuring every client feels heard, supported and fully informed throughout the legal process.
Alongside her legal work, Michelle is a committee member of the Hampshire Incorporated Law Society and a trustee of Stop Domestic Abuse, reflecting her commitment to supporting vulnerable individuals both inside and outside the legal profession.
Outside of work, Michelle enjoys travelling, discovering new places and spending time with family and friends. She is also an avid rugby supporter and enjoys comedy and true crime podcasts.
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Meet our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Lead Michelle Hurst
Michelle is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives and has specialised in childcare and adoption law since 2013. She has extensive experience in this area, having advised parents, family members and court-appointed Children’s Guardians in court proceedings and pre-proceedings involvement.
From an early age Michelle realised that she had a passion for ensuring that everyone had access to the same opportunities, without reference to their race, religion, background, sexual orientation, gender, disability, neuro divergence or any other characteristic. She has been a champion for those who are under-represented throughout her adult life and this led to her being appointed Lead for Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity for Biscoes in September 2024.
Michelle was delighted to be asked to take on the DEI lead role at Biscoes; The firm is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace and ensuring that we offer a safe space for all staff and clients alike. Michelle will work alongside senior leadership to develop and implement strategies which promote diversity and inclusivity in all aspects of Biscoes’ operations.
At the core of Michelle’s DEI role is a strong belief that diversity drives innovation, better outcomes for our clients, and a more just, equitable and effective legal profession. Her role will involve developing and delivering training, mentoring initiatives and community engagement opportunities which champion diversity in law. Michelle and Biscoes are committed to promoting a culture of respect, fairness, safety and collaboration for everyone.