Megan Compton, Lawyer, Trainee Solicitor, Dispute Resolution Family, DMH Stallard
Megan is a newly qualified Solicitor in the Family law team as of September 2025.

Megan joined the firm in June 2021 as a Paralegal in the Family Team. During her time as a Paralegal, Megan assisted on a variety of complicated family law issues including dealing with procedures within the Family Court.

In September 2023, Megan commenced her training contract with DMH Stallard in the Family team. She qualified as a Solicitor in the Family Team in Horsham in September 2025.

Megan completed her law degree in 2019 at St Mary’s University and she then went on to complete the Legal Practice Course and Masters with the University of Law in 2020.

Work highlights

DIVORCE

Assisted a client through navigating her divorce and financial settlement. It was an extremely emotional time for her and Megan was able to get the work done needed to resolve her case.


SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT

Agreeing and drafting a settlement agreement that was a very drawn out process but, continued to support the client throughout.


COURT PROCEEDINGS

Issued court proceedings and got a very good outcome for the client. Supported the client throughout the process and worked very closely with her and a friend to ensure the process was as smooth as possible.


DIVORCE

Assisted with a divorce for a client with lots of hurdles along the way. Megan made sure to constantly chase the court and do her best for the client.


FINANCES

Drafted and filed a consent order to conclude client’s finances.


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Recent articles

Insights

What is a Child Arrangements Order?

Agreeing upon arrangements for children when a couple separates is often a sticky subject, Megan Compton explains the process of making an application for a Child Arrangements Order

22/06/2022

Announcements

DMH Stallard recognised as a Top Family Law Firm in eprivateclient

DMH Stallard has once again been recognised among the UK's leading family law practices, securing a Tier 2 ranking in the latest eprivateclient Top Family Law Firms guide.

26/10/2026

Announcements

DMH Stallard celebrates ‘tremendous’ Chambers 2027 rankings

DMH Stallard has reinforced its position as the South East's leading law firm with another strong performance in the Chambers and Partners 2027 legal rankings.

20/10/2026

Podcasts

Neurodivergence in children

In this episode of Family Law in the UK we explore the impact of neurodivergence in children, and how the court system address their needs.

26/08/2026

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