Olliers strengthens regulatory team

Manchester-based criminal and regulatory defence specialist Olliers Solicitors has appointed Paul Loughlin as partner as it continues to expand its regulatory practice.

Paul joins from Stephensons Solicitors, where he was a partner and led its road transport regulation team, advising HGV and PSV operators on licensing, public inquiries, financial standing and maintenance compliance.

He brings more than 16 years’ experience as a solicitor, representing individuals and businesses facing investigations and prosecutions by bodies including HMRC, the Health and Safety Executive, Environment Agency, Financial Conduct Authority and DVSA.

His expertise also spans environmental offences, health and safety prosecutions, investigations under caution, criminal proceedings and civil regulatory sanctions.

Ruth Peters, business development director at Olliers, said: “Paul joining our regulatory team is a further indication that Olliers really are able to offer a truly holistic approach to defence work.

“We have dedicated expertise across criminal and regulatory matters and have demonstrated that our expertise in all of these areas is of the very highest standard.”

Paul’s arrival adds further senior experience to Olliers’ regulatory team as the firm continues to grow its specialist legal services.

His appointment follows a period of expansion for Olliers, which has built its reputation in specialist criminal defence while developing its expertise across related areas of regulatory law.

Gareth Martin, head of the regulatory team at Olliers, added: “Paul’s appointment is a strong signal of our commitment to regulatory defence work.

“His experience not only complements our existing expertise across professional discipline, health and safety, inquests and public inquiries but also enhances our offering through his experience in licensing and transport matters.”

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