LAWYER PROFILE
John Dugdale

John Dugdale

UK 2026

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

About

Provided by Carson McDowell

UK

Practice Areas

John is a Partner in the Construction team at Carson McDowell and specialises in Construction and Real Estate Litigation.

Career

John specialises in construction and property disputes.

As regards construction, John advises on the entire project delivery process from end to end. He is familiar with the drafting and negotiation of all of the standard forms of contract used in Northern Ireland and elsewhere including the JCT, NEC and FIDIC forms. He has extensive experience of working with contractors, subcontractors, consultants, clients, funders and insurers in a wide variety of market sectors.

John's dispute resolution expertise includes mediation and negotiation, adjudication, arbitration and litigation. His recent experience has included insurance coverage disputes, negligence claims and bond claims in addition to general construction claims.

John also has extensive experience in property litigation, having worked for a number of high profile clients on a variety of contentious real estate issues, including security of tenure, lease termination and dilapidations. He also frequently advises clients on issues such as nuisance, breach of quiet enjoyment and derogation from grant arising out of active and proposed property developments.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Construction - Northern Ireland

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Band 1

Individual Editorial

John Dugdale advises clients on contracts relating to various local projects, including technology centres, luxury apartments and housing schemes. He also handles contentious matters and has experience representing clients in adjudications, mediations and court proceedings.

Real Estate Litigation - Northern Ireland

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

John Dugdale is recommended for his experience in handling high-value property disputes, such as those concerning claims for damage and dilapidations claims, lease termination, nuisance and rights of way.

Strengths

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  • He cares for his clients and their interests. When doing contentious construction there are always tight time pressures and he is always calm in these situations.

    ConstructionChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • It is always a pleasure to deal with John, he is optimistic and upbeat. Nothing is ever a trouble for him and his knowledge of construction contracts and the many standard forms is great.

    ConstructionChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • John provides us with valuable technical advice on construction matters. He is extremely able at identifying how the legal requirements of a contract marry up with the needs of a client.

    ConstructionChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • John Dugdale offered the highest level of professionalism, knowledge, service and trustworthiness. He inspired confidence in the process.

    Real Estate LitigationChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • His focus on the subject and talking through the process is welcome. His calm nature and option seeking, together with good communication to the other side, shows maturity.

    Real Estate LitigationChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • John provides clear advice in a way that reassures the trustees. He is proactive and reassuring.

    Real Estate LitigationChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Ranked Individuals at Carson McDowell (71)

Northern Ireland

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