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Litigation - Northern Ireland

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What the Team is Known For

Davidson McDonnell has a well-regarded litigation team that services a range of clients from software companies to construction firms and agricultural-technology enterprises. The team has experience in a some of the most complex litigation cases in Northern Ireland, touching upon multi-jurisdictional disputes, commercial litigation and contentious insolvency cases. It also offers noteworthy expertise in professional negligence as well as land disputes and shareholder disputes.

Work Highlights

  • Davidson McDonnell represented Kevin Watson Construction in a dispute concerning the development of a site comprising close to 250 homes situated in West Belfast.

Strengths

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Davidson McDonnell's understanding of business operations means that they can grasp concepts quickly and apply them to the law.

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Davidson McDonnell is always very knowledgeable of the legal issues at hand, communicating legal issues to the client in a clear and calm manner.

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Davidson McDonnell provides very cost-effective advice for its clients and cost-effective solutions to its clients.

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Davidson McDonnell established direct client engagement at an early juncture, with a clear leader on each project. The firm's ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters is very strong.

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Davidson McDonnell fights really hard for its clients. The firm's case management and navigation of the litigation world are excellent.

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Notable Practitioners

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Barbara Creed
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Barbara Creed
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Band 3

Barbara Creed heads Davidson McDonnell's litigation department and has extensive experience covering a broad range of commercial disputes. She has expertise in contractual disputes in a variety of industries, as well concerning product liability.

Barbara is very easy to work with. Her communication style is open and collaborative. She works hard to achieve good outcomes for her clients. Importantly, she is honest.

Barbara Creed is very pragmatic and commercial-minded. She is an insightful lawyer who can get to the core of cases quickly.

We really enjoy working with Barbara Creed. Her calm demeanour and expert knowledge are assets we continue to value.

She is a fantastic lawyer. Barbara is very efficient and keeps you up to date.

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Elise Quigley
Elise Quigley
Star Associates

Elise Quigley is a senior solicitor in the Davidson McDonnell team with notable expertise acting on contract disputes, while also assisting clients with partnership and shareholder litigation. She also has experience handling work involving multiple jurisdictions.

Elise is a most competent solicitor who has provided invaluable advice. She has excellent communication skills.

Elise seems to be on top of issues and deals well with clients.

Elise has consistently demonstrated a high level of professionalism and expertise in her field. Her attention to detail and ability to navigate complex legal matters have been invaluable.

Elise Quigley is a very bright lawyer who balances customer service with the management of expectations.

Elise Quigley is very commercially aware, understands business operations and can grasp concepts quickly. She is incredibly responsive while managing very complex cases.

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Barbara Creed
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Barbara Creed
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Elise Quigley
Elise Quigley
Star Associates
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