Andrew Egan has joined solicitors, Charles Lucas and Marshall to head up its employment team. He comes from a Berkshire firm where he has specialised in employment law for the last six years.

Andrew, will be initially based at Charles Lucas and Marshall's Swindon office but will work across the firm's other offices in Newbury, Hungerford and Wantage.

"Previously I have advised both employers and employees involved in employment disputes," said Andrew.

"The move to Charles Lucas and Marshall will enable me to continue acting for both groups and should provide good opportunities to work more closely with employers, as well as senior managers and HR advisers.

"I am looking forward to the new challenge and particularly, getting to know and serve the Swindon area in response to the growing market demand for employment services."

Stewart McMinn, the head of Charles Lucas and Marshall's corporate services team, says Andrew's experience and local knowledge were critical factors in his appointment.