The Northern Ireland firm has recruited Rebecca Russell as HR manager and newly-qualified solicitor Caitriona Fitzpatrick to its banking and finance department.

Melissa Ruddock, Laura Armstrong and Ashleigh Wilson, who joined the firm as paralegals, have been appointed as solicitors following their completion of the firm’s two-year trainee solicitor programme.

Ms Ruddock has joined the private client team, Ms Armstrong has joined the commercial real estate team, and Ms Wilson has joined the employment and immigration team.

Managing director Jonathan Forrester said: “We congratulate Melissa, Laura and Ashleigh upon becoming newly-qualified solicitors following their completion of our Trainee Solicitor Programme. They initially joined us as paralegals in 2021 and have all earned their new roles due to their dedication and talent.

“We also warmly welcome HR manager Rebecca Russell and solicitor Caitriona Fitzpatrick, who will be invaluable additions to our team.

“We wish all of our new team members every success during this pivotal next stage in their careers.”