About

Provided by A&L Goodbody

The A&L Goodbody Litigation Department is recognised as the leading commercial litigation practice in the jurisdiction with the team's specialism in real estate litigation unmatched in the Northern Ireland market.

We are instructed on some of the most high profile and complex matters in NI, in addition to the largest landowners in the jurisdiction.

The specialist knowledge within the department sets A&L Goodbody apart from its competitors. The strength and depth of the litigation department is exemplified by the specialist expertise of the firm's people at every level, including the market leading Personal Assistant group and others key members of the business support teams, as well as the firm's heavy investment in technology.  This specialist knowledge is passed to our clients and disseminated through regular seminars, podcasts, presentations and articles.

Chambers Review

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Real Estate Litigation - Northern Ireland

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

A&L Goodbody has a strong team that acts in a wide spectrum of property disputes. Its client base features shopping centre operators, financial institutions, housing associations and utility companies, among others. The firm regularly acts for clients in landlord and tenant disputes, while also impressing in litigation relating to professional negligence and nuisance allegations. It has an active practice providing counsel to landowners and house builders.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Brendan Fox
Head of Real Estate Litigation
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Band 1

Brendan Fox is co-head of the department. He is a highly regarded lawyer with significant experience in a vast array of real estate cases. He frequently assists clients with disputes concerning landlord and tenant matters, and has noteworthy expertise in relation to nuisance, breach of covenant and dilapidations claims.

I have to say that Brendan has been the best lawyer I have dealt with in my time in business.

Brendan is a brilliant lawyer who is highly respected in the legal market.

He is easily the best I have ever worked with.

Brendan Fox is a very professional yet personable individual in whom I have 100% trust.

Sam Corbett
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Sam Corbett
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Band 2

Sam Corbett is an experienced litigation and dispute resolution lawyer and joint head of the department. He advises on a range matters, such as landlord and tenant disputes and propriety estoppel claims. His clients includes banks and families.

Sam is our go-to solicitor when it comes to complex disputes and litigation matters. He is extremely commercial in his approach. He consistently provides quality advice, often with little notice.

Sam Corbett has excellent interpersonal skills, and he is very knowledgeable in complex legal matters.

Sam Corbett showed great knowledge and ability. He is easy to talk to. We felt that he listened to our concerns and worries and sought to guide us.

Sam consistently provides a high level of service marked by professionalism, responsiveness and clear communication. He is a trusted adviser whose advice is always practical and strategic.

He exemplifies thoroughness and professionalism, ensuring meticulous attention to detail. His advice is consistently excellent, reflecting a sophisticated understanding of legal intricacies.

Ranked Lawyers at
A&L Goodbody

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Northern Ireland

Real Estate Litigation

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Brendan Fox
Head of Real Estate Litigation
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Band 1
Sam Corbett
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Sam Corbett
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Band 2

Members

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Clients

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Bank of Ireland plc

Energia Group

Invest Northern Ireland

KPMG

NewRiver Retail

Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Northern Ireland Housing Executive

Translink Holdings Group Limited t/a Translink

Ulster Bank Ltd

thern Bank Ltd t/a Danske Bank