The ‘stellar’ commercial and regulatory practice at DMH Stallard LLP is headed up by Brighton-based ’excellent travel specialist lawyer’ Debbie Venn. The team has a strong reputation for its capabilities advising its plethora of clients on matters that range from advising on package holiday travel terms and arrangements, to related privacy policy and data protection advice. Within travel, ‘expert in her field’ Rebecca Thornley-Gibson and solicitor Abigail Maino both have an employment specialism, their work often featuring overseas worker issues and jurisdictional issues in relation to seasonal work abroad, for example. Helen Mead and Crawley-based Danos Athanasi have a focus on the corporate side of the sector, advising on such work as brand sales, restructuring and buy back schemes.

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Testimonials

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‘DMH Stallard fully understand the external environment and context within which we work and have partnered with us effectively to understand our internal business drivers so they can provide effective advice.’
‘Rebecca Thornley-Gibson is not only an expert in her field but is full of pragmatic advice based on her extensive experience in delivering operational solutions. This team sets an example for other professional firms to follow.’
‘Debbie Venn is competent and available with a strong will to help and assist clients.’
‘They are an outstanding set of individuals who go above and beyond for their clients. They are always commercial and practical in their approach and their travel knowledge is second-to-none.’
‘Debbie Venn is an excellent travel specialist lawyer who responds to clients with sound knowledge and a level-headed approach.'
'Helen Mead is an outstanding corporate lawyer who understands the nuances of the travel industry when dealing with transactions for clients.' '
'Jonathan Compton is one of the most accomplished litigators in the field - he applies his legal expertise with empathy and commerciality whilst ensuring he protects his clients every step of the way.'
'A stellar team all round.’

Key clients

Specialised Travel Ltd
Airborne Representation Ltd
Hovertravel Ltd
CharterSync Ltd
Themis Advisory Ltd
15below Ltd
The Cruise Line Ltd

Work highlights

Advising Airborne Representation in relation to its business operations at various UK airports, including provision of flight disruption services and client-facing support roles, media support and customer communications.
Advising Hovertravel in relation to its customer booking Terms and Conditions, terms on carriage of passengers, goods, cancellation arrangements and finalising terms for use.
Advising Themis Advisory in relation to a marketing services and digital marketing agreement, including in relation to an agreement for the licensing and use of a widget for assessing and comparing live data.