The new senior associates are Judith Rountree in the defence insurance litigation team, Gavin Kerr in construction, Emily Smith in NI healthcare claims, Emma Stephenson in real estate, Kathryn Laverty in corporate, Rachel Toner in commercial, Rachel Lewis in banking and finance, and Stephanie Johnston in healthcare, regulatory and professional discipline.

The new associates are Shannon Gawley in the commercial team, Andrew McWilliams in real estate and Ciara Fitzpatrick in NI and ROI healthcare claims.

Roger McMillan, managing partner at Carson McDowell, said: “On behalf of all our partners, I would like to congratulate everyone who has been promoted this year. They are a very talented group.

“Each lawyer recognised has demonstrated exceptional skills and drive, showing complete dedication to our clients and an outstanding contribution to the continued growth of the firm and their practice areas. I wish them every continued success throughout their career.”

Neasa Quigley, senior partner, added: “These appointments come in response to the firm’s continued growth and success across many sectors in Northern Ireland and reflect our commitment to developing talent internally to drive high performance across our business.

“This next generation of highly experienced and capable lawyers will add to Carson McDowell’s market-leading teams and enhance our expertise to serve our ambitious clients. I wish each of them the greatest success in their new role.”