'This has been a significant year': Northern Ireland law firm expands corporate practice with senior hires and promotions following a record year of deal activity worth £1.7bn
The growing Belfast firm said the expansion reflects sustained client demand and follows more than 100 transactions completed in 2025
Northern Ireland law firm Mills Selig has strengthened its corporate practice with a series of senior appointments and promotions, marking the thier fifth consecutive year of growth.
The Belfast firm said it was growing its corporate offering in response to sustained client demand.
Led by managing partner Chris Guy, the expanded corporate team includes senior partner John Kearns, partners Glenn Watterson and Darren Marley, and newly appointed commercial partner Aisling O'Hare.
O'Hare brings specialist expertise in commercial contracts, intellectual property, data protection, and innovation-driven agreements.
The firm has also promoted Lyndsey McSherry and Emma McCloskey to senior associate, recognising their exceptional contribution to the team’s transactional success and reflecting Mills Selig’s commitment to developing and retaining outstanding internal talent alongside its strategic lateral hires.
The investment comes on the back of a landmark year for the corporate team. In 2025, Mills Selig advised on more than 100 transactions, achieving a record combined deal value of £1.7bn.
Chris Guy, head of corporate and managing partner at Mills Selig, said: "This has been a significant year for our Corporate team, driven by strong client demand and the quality of our people.
"These appointments and promotions ensure we are well placed to support clients on complex transactions, while continuing to invest in the next generation of talent."