Melanie Ashall

Finance and Compliance Manager

Melanie brings over two decades of experience in regulatory sectors to her role as Finance and Compliance Manager at Foley Douglas.

With qualifications in both accounting and law, Melanie plays a key role in ensuring the firm’s financial integrity and regulatory compliance. She oversees the financial operations, including reporting, budgeting, and internal audits, while also leading the development and implementation of compliance frameworks that align with industry standards and legislative requirements. Her understanding of trust accounting and risk management, gained through senior roles at the New Zealand Law Society and Inland Revenue, reinforces Foley Douglas’ commitment to transparency and accountability.

Melanie is known for her collaborative approach and her ability to navigate complex regulatory environments with clarity and confidence. She enjoys working closely with the wider Foley Douglas team to foster a culture of integrity and continuous improvement.

Outside of work, Melanie values time with her family and is often found supporting her children’s sporting activities or enjoying the outdoors. Her balanced, grounded approach is reflected in both her professional and personal life.

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Located in the heart of Hamilton

Foley Douglas is located at Level 2/286 Victoria Street, Hamilton, above The Riverbank Lane, Browsers Bookstore, and some of the best cafes and restaurants in town.

We may have changed our name from iCLAW to Foley Douglas, but our love of the law and our desire to help people remains as strong as ever.

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iCLAW is now Foley Douglas

We’re excited to share that iCLAW has officially rebranded to Foley Douglas.

While our name has changed, our commitment to providing trusted legal expertise and dedicated client service remains exactly the same.

You’ll still find the same team, the same values, and the same high standards, just with a new name that better reflects who we are today and where we’re headed.

Thank you for being part of this next chapter with us.