The Mackenzie & Dorman team joined Johnsons with effect from 9 March 2026 and will continue to operate from their Holywood Road office for the immediate future.

With a history dating back more than 100 years, Mackenzie & Dorman has built a strong reputation for serving a broad client base, with particular expertise in probate and residential conveyancing.

Johnsons, which was established in 1898, sees the acquisition as a natural fit between two firms with shared values and longstanding ties to the local area.

As part of the transition, Jill McDowell will join Johnsons as a partner. Judith Hutchinson will join the firm as a consultant, alongside two additional solicitors, Colin Bates and Robyn Butler, and the wider Mackenzie & Dorman team.

Rhys Jones, partner at Johnsons Solicitors, said: “We are delighted to welcome the team from Mackenzie & Dorman to Johnsons.

“They are a highly respected firm with deep roots in the community and a strong reputation for private client and property work.

“This acquisition represents an excellent strategic fit and will allow us to further strengthen our private client services for clients.”

He added: “Both firms share a long history and similar approach to client service.

“We are very pleased that the Mackenzie & Dorman team will be joining us and look forward to working together as we continue to grow.”