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27 October 2017
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Hodge Jones & Allen—Atiyah Malik

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New partner brings another perspective to criminal defence team at Hodge Jones & Allen

Atiyah Malik, a criminal defence solicitor experienced in regulatory and criminal law has joined London law firm Hodge Jones & Allen (HJA) as a partner from Osborn Abas Hunt.

Atiyah was previously a partner in Berrymans Lace Mawer’s Safety, Health & Environment department. Her specialist areas are health and safety, environmental, regulatory defence and compliance work. She is a regular commentator on health and safety issues, writing in legal journals and speaking at national conferences.

She becomes the ninth partner in HJA’s crime team.

Nigel Richardson, senior partner and head of the crime team at Hodge Jones & Allen, said: ‘Atiyah is a recognised expert in her field and will bring another perspective to our growing team. She will be a huge asset.’

Atiyah said: ‘HJA has long been recognised as one of London’s leading practices with a fresh and modern outlook on the service they provide their clients. I am delighted to join them and I am looking forward to developing the regulatory defence practice here further.’

 

 

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