Michelle is a truly outstanding and solution-focused construction law expert with a wealth of experience.” (Legal500, 2024)

“Michelle is absolutely exceptional. She is hard-working, approachable, commercially aware, and has great drafting skills and attention to detail.” (Chambers Global, 2023)

“Michelle protects her clients’ interests while remaining cordial and good to work with. She is a go-to young practitioner in the market.” (Chambers Global, 2023)

“She never loses sight of the big picture and her clients’ best interests” (WWL Construction, 2023)

Michelle leads Baker McKenzie’s South African dispute resolution practice, advising on contract administration and dispute resolution on major infrastructure contracts. 

She has notable experience in international commercial arbitration and is qualified to practice in South Africa, and England & Wales. 

Michelle holds a master’s degree in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution from King’s College, University of London, and is widely published in several peer-reviewed academic journals. 

She is Recognised by Legal500, Chambers, WWL, and Best Lawyers for her work in South Africa’s construction sector. She also holds Lexology’s 2024 Client Choice award for construction in South Africa. 

Michelle sits on the board of Africa Construction Law and regularly guest lectures in her field. She holds a BSc from the University of Cape Town and is passionate about promoting STEM education.