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O'Reilly Stewart

Clinical Negligence

UK Guide 2026 : Northern Ireland


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Clinical Negligence - Northern Ireland

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What the Team is Known For
O'Reilly Stewart has a dedicated team with an impressive track record of high-value and complex clinical negligence claims, acting largely for claimants. The team frequently advises clients on birth injuries including cerebral palsy as well as misdiagnosis cases and a range of catastrophic injury claims. The group also handles inquests into preventable deaths.
Strengths

The solicitors at this firm were very approachable, honest and transparent with their responses and treatment of my case. The wealth of knowledge and expertise was never in doubt.

Their handling of all issues was most thorough and professional and any queries I raised were responded to quickly.

The staff were always available to explain the various stages of the process and why they recommended the various courses of action.

They have experience and understanding of the industry, commitment to the case and sympathy to the client.

Notable practitioners
Patrick Mullarkey
Patrick Mullarkey is highly regarded for his adept handling of birth trauma and catastrophic injury cases.

He is an exceptionally talented, highly sophisticated lawyer and widely recognised as such. If you have a clinical negligence case you want to have Patrick involved.

He is an outstanding individual with a brilliant and comprehensive understanding of clinical negligence.

He provided an all round impeccable service.


Claire Hunt

Claire Hunt handles a variety of clinical negligence cases, including those arising from negligent surgery and misdiagnoses.

Claire consistently displayed high levels of service. She was extremely attentive, reassuring as much as she could be and conscious of the stress I was under.

Claire was the first person we could contact on all matters. She had endless patience with us.

Claire is very knowledgeable in this area and provides clients with a top class service.

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