With over 17 years’ experience, Ms Stewart advises a wide range of financial institutions and borrowers in relation to general corporate lending, real estate finance, development finance, debt restructurings, distressed real estate projects, and loan portfolio sales.

She has previously practised in London and Birmingham and is qualified to act as a solicitor in Northern Ireland, England and Wales, and Ireland.

Stephen Cross, director and head of banking and finance, said: “It is an exciting period of growth and development for our banking and finance department at Cleaver Fulton Rankin and we are delighted to welcome Sinead to our team.

“With specialist expertise and an impressive client portfolio, Sinead is an excellent addition to the firm. Her breadth of experience and deep industry knowledge will be an asset to the future growth of our Banking & Finance department, which will further strengthen our client offering.

“Looking ahead to 2024, we plan to further expand our banking and finance department as we continue to meet the needs of our impressive client roster, supporting many businesses who are playing a key role in the growth of the Northern Ireland economy.”