Mr Muir originally joined the firm in February 2016 as legal secretary to associate director Suzanne Keenan.

He will continue to work alongside Suzanne whilst commencing his studies at the Institute of Professional Legal Studies (IPLS).

Mr McCann is new to the team, joining the corporate & commercial department in August 2017.

He will train and work alongside managing director Gordon McElroy while attending the IPLS.

Both trainees will aim to qualify as solicitors in September 2020.

In a statement, the firm said: “MKB Law are one of the leading full-service law firms in Belfast, and as we continue to expand our portfolio of legal services, William and Conor will make key additions to our team.”