MKB Law has announced the appointment of Chris Owens as a solicitor in family law.

He joins Karen Edwards and trainee solicitor Kelly Ann McAteer in the Belfast-based team led by director Anne Marie Kelly.

Mr Owens told Irish Legal News: “MKB Law are one of the leading law firms in Belfast with a highly revered family law department, and I am delighted to be part of their team.”

Ms Kelly added: “I wish to extend a very warm welcome to Chris as he joins myself and Karen Edwards in the family law department.

“Chris is an accomplished solicitor and his appointment further strengthens our family and matrimonial practice, ensuring that we continue to provide our clients with a professional and personal service.”

The firm’s family law team is experienced in all aspects of divorce, separation, child contact and other sensitive family issues.