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Northern Ireland Professional Negligence
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2 Ranked Lawyers

About

Provided by Carson McDowell

We are by far the largest team of lawyers in Northern Ireland specialising exclusively in the defence of professional negligence claims.

We act for a wide range of professional indemnity insurers both directly and via major law firms in England and the Republic of Ireland.

Our team of professional indemnity specialists offers true depth of experience, with highly experienced lawyers not just at partner level but also at associate and assistant level.

Due to the significant volume of professional indemnity work we handle, we have developed expertise in defence of claims across the professional indemnity spectrum, including claims against solicitors, architects, engineers, surveyors, accountants and financial advisers.

We regularly advise insurers on coverage and policy issues. 

Our team is recognised as an authority in the area of professional indemnity and we are regularly approached to provide presentations on risk management and claims to professional bodies including the Law Society of Northern Ireland, to final year architecture students at Queen’s University and to construction industry bodies such as RICS, ACE and ICE.

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Professional Negligence - Northern Ireland
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What the team is known for

Carson McDowell has an exceptional practice advising on all aspects of professional negligence, with regular work relating to solicitors' negligence. The firm is highlighted for its ability in complex mediations between multiple parties. Its clients include a wide range of market-leading insurers. The team is active in handling high-value claims against surveyors and architects.

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Notable Practitioners

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Declan Magee
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Declan Magee
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Declan Magee is head of the litigation and dispute resolution team at the firm. He is well versed in handling a variety of professional negligence matters, including defending solicitors and finance professionals.

Hugh McGrattan
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Hugh McGrattan
Head of Professional Negligence
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Hugh McGrattan continues to be highly respected for his longstanding experience in professional negligence matters.He acts for clients in a wide range of sectors, including construction and legal.

"Hugh is a market leader in the jurisdiction."

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Declan Magee
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Declan Magee
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Hugh McGrattan
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Hugh McGrattan
Head of Professional Negligence
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Members

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Gillian Greenfield

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Hugh McGrattan

Head of Department

Kirsten Magee

Shauna McAuley

Timothy Cockram

Clients

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Law Society Master Policy Insurers in Northern Ireland

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Construction

Financial services

Insurance

Medical (see separate submission)

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