The Birmingham office of law firm Eversheds is building on its success with the announcement of six appointments in the firm’s real estate team.

Sian Porton has joined as a senior associate in the development and regeneration group, while Sanjeev Batra, Sam Bhachu, Steven Cunliffe, Mark Thompson and Jennifer Hicks have joined the occupiers team as solicitors.

Ms Porton said: "Eversheds' real estate team in Birmingham has the reputation of being the local market leader and it is a great opportunity to be a part of that team.

"I am looking forward to working on a diverse range of projects in the future and representing the firm in the wider business community in Birmingham and the West Midlands."

Gurjit Atwal, real estate partner at the Birmingham office of Eversheds, said: "I am delighted that we are growing our team in response to our clients’ needs and welcome our new solicitors to the Birmingham office.

"It strengthens the team across all practice groups and reinforces our commitment to investment in our people and this region. We are very active in Birmingham and our latest appointments will further enhance Eversheds’ reputation and commitment to serving clients across a range of industry sectors."