Ms Smith, who is qualified as a solicitor in Ireland, Northern Ireland and England and Wales, has over 18 years’ experience working in the area of EU procurement law, having advised public sector and utility sector clients across Ireland, the UK, and internationally.

The firm said it has been consistently growing over the past 24 months to support its expanding portfolio of client work.

The announcement follows the addition of new partners in the firm’s public and regulatory team and the employment and benefits group earlier this year.

John White, managing partner, said: “Áine is a leading procurement lawyer and an important addition to the EU and procurement team, as well as our public sector and projects offering.

“Our clients require deep sectoral experience, and Áine’s appointment is a demonstration of our investment to support our clients as they expand.”