Marketing
Alison Lawton
Head of Marketing and Communications
Alison Lawton
Head of Marketing and Communications
Alison joined Express Solicitors in July 2023 with an extensive and varied background in marketing, communications, journalism and PR.
Having written for a range of magazines and newspapers, as well as having worked in a range of PR and communications roles which involved extensive copywriting, Alison’s passion lies in the art of storytelling and ensuring the right messages get to the right people at the right time.
She said: “I’m really excited to be joining Express Solicitors at a time when there is so much to shout about both internally and externally. I’m looking forward to extending the reach of those good news stories and of the Express brand in general.”
When not working she enjoys spending time with her family and heading into the countryside (particularly the Lake District and the Scottish Highlands) as much as possible.
Seb Halstead
Marketing Manager
Seb Halstead
Marketing Manager
Seb Halstead joined Express Solicitors in December 2023.
He graduated with a Master’s degree in Digital Marketing from the University of Salford in 2013 and has spent the past 10 years working as an in-house marketing manager for professional service firms.
During his career he has hosted a range large corporate events, successfully project managed rebrands and has launched several websites.
“I am looking forward to working as part of an ambitious and growing department. Developing what is already a strong brand, and further establishing our digital presence.”
When not working Seb runs his own wine club and enjoys playing golf at his local golf club, Chorlton Cum Hardy
Ben Allan
Marketing Executive
Ben Allan
Marketing Executive
Ben Allan, originally from Belfast in Northern Ireland, has been living in Salford since 2019.
Having studied film production at the University of Salford, Ben knows his way around a camera!
Ben is an active part of our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion network and supports the group through assisting with events and producing videography and photography.
Rosario Monachino
Communications Officer
Rosario Monachino
Communications Officer
Rosario Monachino joined Express Solicitors in May 2024 after working as a reporter for two years at a Manchester based publication – where he covered a range of topics including current affairs, the latest breaking news and anything media related.
He graduated from the University of Salford with a degree in English and Film in 2021 and then obtained a Master’s degree in Journalism from Liverpool John Moores University in 2022.
When not working, Rosario can be found watching a variety of sport – he’s a massive Manchester United fan – and spending time with his family and friends
Alison Lawton
Head of Marketing and Communications
Alison joined Express Solicitors in July 2023 with an extensive and varied background in marketing, communications, journalism and PR.
Having written for a range of magazines and newspapers, as well as having worked in a range of PR and communications roles which involved extensive copywriting, Alison’s passion lies in the art of storytelling and ensuring the right messages get to the right people at the right time.
She said: “I’m really excited to be joining Express Solicitors at a time when there is so much to shout about both internally and externally. I’m looking forward to extending the reach of those good news stories and of the Express brand in general.”
When not working she enjoys spending time with her family and heading into the countryside (particularly the Lake District and the Scottish Highlands) as much as possible.
Seb Halstead
Marketing Manager
Seb Halstead joined Express Solicitors in December 2023.
He graduated with a Master’s degree in Digital Marketing from the University of Salford in 2013 and has spent the past 10 years working as an in-house marketing manager for professional service firms.
During his career he has hosted a range large corporate events, successfully project managed rebrands and has launched several websites.
“I am looking forward to working as part of an ambitious and growing department. Developing what is already a strong brand, and further establishing our digital presence.”
When not working Seb runs his own wine club and enjoys playing golf at his local golf club, Chorlton Cum Hardy
Ben Allan
Marketing Executive
Ben Allan, originally from Belfast in Northern Ireland, has been living in Salford since 2019.
Having studied film production at the University of Salford, Ben knows his way around a camera!
Ben is an active part of our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion network and supports the group through assisting with events and producing videography and photography.
Rosario Monachino
Communications Officer
Rosario Monachino joined Express Solicitors in May 2024 after working as a reporter for two years at a Manchester based publication – where he covered a range of topics including current affairs, the latest breaking news and anything media related.
He graduated from the University of Salford with a degree in English and Film in 2021 and then obtained a Master’s degree in Journalism from Liverpool John Moores University in 2022.
When not working, Rosario can be found watching a variety of sport – he’s a massive Manchester United fan – and spending time with his family and friends