Cleaver Fulton Rankin Welcomes Five New Trainee Solicitors

Cleaver Fulton Rankin is delighted to announce the addition of five new trainee solicitors to its expanding team, marking the beginning of their journey through the firm’s esteemed two-year Trainee Solicitor Programme.

This comprehensive programme offers a dynamic experience across a broad spectrum of legal practice areas within a full-service law firm. Trainees will gain hands-on experience working alongside Cleaver Fulton Rankin’s expert legal professionals, contributing to a variety of cases and client matters while developing the practical skills and knowledge essential for a successful legal career.

The new cohort includes; Oliwia Cirson, a law graduate from Ulster University; Peter Nevin, Gemma Thompson, and Anton McEneaney, all of whom studied law at Queen’s University Belfast; Savannah Stoops, who completed her undergraduate degree at Ulster University and went on to earn a Master’s in Law from Queen’s University Belfast.

The Trainee Solicitor Programme will be overseen by Sinead Stewart, Director of Banking & Finance, and Patrick O’Hanlon, Director of Commercial Real Estate. Both will provide mentorship and guidance throughout the trainees’ development, ensuring a supportive and enriching environment as they take the first steps in their legal careers.

Sinead Stewart, Director of Banking & Finance comments:

“We are pleased to welcome our five new trainee solicitors to our growing team. Each year we receive a huge number of applications to our Trainee Solicitor Programme so we congratulate Oliwia, Peter, Gemma, Anton and Savannah on this exceptional achievement. Our new trainees have already proven to be excellent additions to our firm, showing impressive commitment to our team, excellent client service, and sound legal knowledge. We are delighted to have them on board as they embark on the first stage of their legal careers with us.”

Patrick O’Hanlon, Director of Commercial Real Estate, adds:

“It’s a pleasure to welcome our new trainees to Cleaver Fulton Rankin. They bring energy, talent and fresh thinking. Our programme provides hands-on experience across legal disciplines, helping trainees build confidence and capability from day one. They have already made a positive impact, showing professionalism, enthusiasm and strong commitment to our clients and team. We look forward to supporting their development and watching them grow into trusted legal professionals.”

Find out more about Cleaver Fulton Rankin’s Trainee Solicitor Programme here.

Pictured (L-R): Anton McEneaney; Oliwia Cirson; Peter Nevin; Gemma Thompson; and Savannah Stoops


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