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DSW Legal has welcomed Apex Employment Solicitors as its first licensee, expanding the legal division of business advisory group Dow Schofield Watts into employment law.
The firm will operate as DSW Apex, led by founder Joanna Gooden, who becomes partner and head of employment at DSW Legal.
The appointment marks the next step in developing DSW’s legal platform, launched earlier this year to attract legal talent looking for an alternative to traditional partnership models.
Joanna Gooden, partner and head of employment at DSW Legal, said: “Joining DSW gives us the opportunity to build on that foundation, retaining our independence and client focus while benefiting from the relationships, infrastructure and wider expertise of an established professional services group.
“DSW’s entrepreneurial culture was a major attraction. Its network opens the door to a broader employer client base and gives us a platform to grow our team and develop practical training alongside our legal advice.”
Founded in 2019, Apex advises SMEs on employment matters including disciplinaries, grievances, contracts, handbooks, redundancy and negotiated exits.
It also represents employers and individuals in tribunal proceedings involving discrimination, unfair dismissal and breach of contract.
Headquartered in Maidstone, Apex operates remotely, serving clients across England.
Its four-person team comprises Gooden, two senior associates and an HR co-ordinator. Gooden trained at leading London law...
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