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08 February 2019
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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DMH Stallard—Abigail Maino

Employment specialist joins the team in Guildford

Regional firm DMH Stallard has strengthened its Guildford office with the arrival of senior associate Abigail Maino.

Abigail joins after more than 11 years with asb law, and specialises in both contentious and non-contentious employment matters. Her areas of experience include contracts, restructurings and business change processes, TUPE issues, and tribunal claims involving whistleblowing and unfair dismissal.

Adam Williams, DMH Stallard employment partner, said: ‘This is another fantastic appointment. Abigail is an extremely talented lawyer with an established reputation, and her presence in Guildford will galvanise the expansion and success of our employment law services to businesses and individuals in the region.’

Abigail added: ‘I am delighted to join DMH Stallard at such an exciting time for the Guildford office. The firm has a clear strategy for growth and I look forward to working with Adam and the rest of the employment group to deliver outstanding legal services to the Surrey and wider regional market.’

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