One of the county's major law firms has welcomed back one of its staff as head of its corporate, commercial and employment team.

Whitehead Monckton, which has offices in Maidstone, Canterbury and Tenterden, was where Daniel Tozer originally trained before leaving to become head of corporate at Maidstone firm asb law - which is now part of Knights.

He returns following a seven year absence during which time he became a partner at asb and was named Insider Dealmakers' South East Corporate Lawyer of the Year in 2020.

The firm’s managing director, Chris Longden, said: “It is always great to announce the appointment of new talent to our ever-expanding team, but even more so, when the joiner has trained with us. We are eagerly awaiting to see how Daniel will shape and drive the team going forward."

Daniel Tozer added: "I always envisaged returning to Whitehead Monckton when the time was right and am delighted

that the time has come. It’s an exciting time for us all and I think a journey the team, our clients and contacts will enjoy being a part of."

Janet Goode, who he replaces as head, will retain a key role in the team but will have more time to expand her notarial practice alongside her corporate work.