The lawyers, belonging to the firm’s employment, banking & finance and commercial property teams respectively, have been promoted in recognition of their excellence, business and practice development and key achievements.

The promotions come in the same week as two key appointments for the Belfast-based firm. The firm has welcome Conor McCrory as an associate solicitor as well as appointing Kerri Bradley as an HR director, making it one of few Northern Ireland law firms to have one.

Managing director Jonathan Forrester said the promotions and appointments “will add to the calibre and quality of our market leading team of legal and business professionals”.

He added: “I am delighted to welcome Kerri and Conor to the firm, who will each add valuable expertise and experience. I would also like to congratulate Nathan, Rachel and Shane on their promotions and wish them well in their new positions.”