Global law firm Eversheds Sutherland has appointed Ian McFarland as an employment partner based in Belfast.
Mr McFarland, previously an employment partner at Elliott Duffy Garrett, brings over 12 years’ experience advising and representing clients on all aspects of employment law.
He has expertise in areas including industrial and fair employment tribunals, redundancy, employee relations and management issues, disciplinary and grievance processes, discrimination, TUPE and insolvency.
The firm — which also has an office in Dublin — said the latest senior appointment comes at a time of sustained growth in the Northern Ireland market, with growth across its full-service offering in Belfast.
Commenting on his appointment, Mr McFarland said: “I am very pleased to be joining Eversheds Sutherland as a new employment partner.
“The firm, as a locally based practice with global reach and expertise, is extremely well-placed to support local businesses in Northern Ireland in all respects, whether they are seeking to protect their operations, or to expand and grow in new markets.
“The current environment is extremely challenging for employers; strong and trustworthy legal advice is more important than ever as companies seek to navigate these issues.
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