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A highly-skilled and respected scientist with over 15 years’ experience in the field of forensics, Marie joined AlphaBiolabs in 2022 and oversees the company’s growing toxicology team.

As Head of Toxicology, Marie’s day-to-day responsibilities include maintaining the highest quality testing standards for toxicology and further enhancing AlphaBiolabs’ drug and alcohol testing services for the legal sector, members of the public, and the workplace sector. 

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Jo-Anna became a solicitor in 2014 and joined JMW in July of that year. Prior to qualification, she gained invaluable experience in disputes involving children and obtaining orders to protect individuals from domestic abuse. She has recently assisted with complex financial settlements and court proceedings relating to financial matters and arrangements for children, taking a particular interest in private law matters in which the local authority has become involved.

Jo-Anna prides herself on her realistic, practical approach. When giving advice, she seeks to address the needs of the ‘whole person’ rather than simply considering her clients’ legal issues in isolation.

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