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Stuart Murphy

Stuart Murphy

UK 2026

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About

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Practice Areas

Stuart specialises in construction law, covering both non-contentious contract and appointment drafting and advice. He has extensive experience of the major industry standard forms such as NEC, JCT, ICC, FIDIC, RIBA, ACE and many others. Stuart also advises on construction disputes, regularly acting in adjudications, arbitrations and litigation in the High Court and above. Stuart’s experience includes major construction projects in Northern Ireland and across the UK as well as SE Asia, Africa and Europe.

Career

Stuart has been a dedicated construction lawyer for over 27 years. He became a Partner at Carson McDowell in 2010 and heads up the firm’s Construction and Engineering team. He joined Carson McDowell having previously trained and worked at two English firms.

Professional Memberships

Stuart is dual qualified and holds practising certificates for both Northern Ireland, England and Wales.

Personal

Stuart attained a degree in Law from the University of Liverpool in 1989 and studied for his Law Society Finals at the Chester College of Law.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Construction - Northern Ireland

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

Stuart Murphy is regularly called upon for his advice on both non-contentious matters and construction disputes. He has experience in matters relating to housing, energy and research and storage facilities, among others.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Stuart has great experience and knowledge of the industry. Nothing phases Stuart; he always thinks of his client and the commercial practicalities of every matter.

    ConstructionChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Stuart offers expert advice and guidance on contractual matters and demonstrates considerable experience and knowledge of the subject matter.

    ConstructionChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Stuart is very experienced and knowledgeable with a good commercial awareness and a keen customer focus.

    ConstructionChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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Northern Ireland

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