Rachael Gamble was recognised as an “exceptional” lawyer at the ceremony in Oxfordshire for her legal skills, business and practice development, personal skills and key achievements and results, demonstrating her commitment to excellence, high level of client care and commitment to the firm.

Ms Gamble (pictured) was promoted to senior solicitor at the Belfast-based firm at the start of November, which the firm said is a testament to the qualities identified by LawNet.

Ms Gamble said: “I am thrilled to receive this prestigious award in recognition of my professional achievements and commitment to the firm, my clients and continuous development.

“To be recognised as an exceptional young lawyer on a UK-wide basis is a great privilege and has been a real highlight of my year.”

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