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Carson McDowell

Personal Injury: Mainly Defendant

UK Guide 2026 : Northern Ireland

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Carson McDowell

Rankings

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Personal Injury: Mainly Defendant - Northern Ireland

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Carson McDowell acts for a range of insurers and self-insured clients. The personal injury team defends claims relating to employers', occupiers' and public liability, as well as RTAs. It also assists clients with industrial disease claims, in addition to cross-border cases involving the Republic of Ireland.
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Strengths

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  • Carson McDowell are experts in this field. The team are very knowledgeable and easy to approach with any queries.

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  • One of the best attributes of Carson McDowell is how quickly they provide advice. On most occasions, a meaningful update can be provided the same day.

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  • The firm is willing to go the extra mile. Their availability is excellent and they have great expertise.

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  • Carson McDowell have excellent all-round knowledge and are always available to answer a query.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Cathal O'Neill
    Cathal O'Neill

    Cathal O'Neill

    Cathal O'Neill has notable experience handling a range of public and employers' liability cases, with a particular proficiency in hearing loss cases.

    • Cathal is a top guy and first-class solicitor. He's always on hand to respond quickly to any legal queries. Cathal has a vast wealth of experience and is held in high esteem.

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    • Cathal always provides an excellent service and is always open to give advice on general and other specific legal matters that arise.

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    • He is the best person I work with, hands down.

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  • Catherine Carton
    Catherine Carton

    Catherine Carton

    Catherine Carton is the joint head of the defence insurance litigation team and has particular expertise in employers' liability and public liability claims. Her broad client list includes manufacturers and engineering firms, along with educational establishments.

    • I always have confidence in Catherine's ability to deliver results. She is proactive, professional and has communication skills to match her vast legal knowledge.

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