Updated
Updated · Bdaily · Jul 12
WHN Solicitors Appoints Rudy Fendlen to Lead Employment Law Across 3 North West Regions
Updated
Updated · Bdaily · Jul 12

WHN Solicitors Appoints Rudy Fendlen to Lead Employment Law Across 3 North West Regions

3 articles · Updated · Bdaily · Jul 12

Summary

  • Rudy Fendlen has joined WHN Solicitors as director and head of employment law, based in Bury and tasked with expanding the firm’s employment offering across Greater Manchester, Lancashire and the wider North West.
  • WHN said the hire strengthens support for owner-managed businesses facing fast-changing workplace rules, with Fendlen advising on contracts, procedures, disputes, tribunal claims and shareholder-related employment conflicts.
  • Fendlen joins from Rose Fendlen Law and will work with chief executive Michael Shroot to develop the practice as demand grows from directors, shareholders and senior executives in sensitive employment disputes.
  • The appointment comes as businesses prepare for changes under the new Employment Rights Act, which WHN said is increasing the need for practical legal and HR guidance.

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