International law firm Eversheds Sutherland has announced the appointment of a new partner and two lawyers to its Belfast office.

Gareth Plank joins the firm as a real estate partner, advising on all aspects of property law, representing local, national and multi-national clients, private and institutional, on property acquisitions and disposals, financing, commercial, leasing, development and regeneration projects.

Meanwhile, Valerie Gibson and Lisa Bryson have joined the firm as principal associate solicitors.

Ms Gibson joins the dispute resolution and litigation team, bringing a wealth of experience of handling complex litigation and using alternative dispute resolution methods. She has particular experience in the financial services sector and in managing commercial litigation.

Ms Bryson joins the employment team with considerable experience of advising on all aspects of employment law, including contentious matters. Lisa is also part of a global team which advises multi-national clients on complex and challenging cross-border employment issues.