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NI's largest independent law firm. Advising many of NI's Top 100 Companies. Employing more expert lawyers than any other local firm.
Belfast and Dublin
Joined May 2012
Join James Milliken, Associate in our Commercial team, and Peter Hopkins KC, as they share their insights on the rapidly evolving #AI landscape, including key legal developments, regulatory trends, and the intellectual property considerations for businesses adopting AI
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Our team came together to celebrate and mark Pride, showing our support for our LGBTQIA+ colleagues, clients, and community. With bubbles, burgers, and plenty of colour, we acknowledged the steps we have taken, and continue to take, to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion
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We’re incredibly proud of our trainee solicitors Rebekah Spence and Reece Simpson who have been selected by the Institute of Professional Legal Studies (IPLS) to represent Northern Ireland at the International Negotiation in London this week. After several competitive internal
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Ciara Hanratty and Ciara Cornyn from our Healthcare team provide a brief update on the establishment of a Commission of Investigation into allegations of sexual abuse in all day and boarding schools, read more here
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Carson McDowell’s market-leading agri-food team were delighted to advise the shareholders on the sale of the Finnebrogue Group to Sofina Foods. The Carson McDowell team was led by Gerard Armstrong, Joint Head of Corporate, together with colleagues including Helena Park, Rachel
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James Milliken and Rebekah Spence review recent cases that have involved faults of AI within the legal industry. Read more here:
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We are proud to congratulate our second-year trainees on their graduation from the Institute of Professional Legal Studies (IPLS). This achievement marks an important milestone in their legal careers, and we’re delighted to celebrate their hard work and dedication. We look
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Cathal O’Neill, Partner in our Defence Insurance Litigation team, hosted an engaging seminar in partnership with FRP Advisory, focusing on special damages and future loss. The session provided valuable insights into the legal and financial considerations surrounding these
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Orla Kelly, Senior Associate in our Planning & Environmental team, highlights a recent noise nuisance case where the High Court in Dublin ordered the permanent shutdown of three wind turbines at the Gibbet Hill wind farm in Wexford, Ireland. Read more here
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RT @News_Letter: Carson McDowell announces three-year partnership with Ulster University Belfast School of Art.
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Carson McDowell, Northern Ireland’s largest independent law firm, is proud to announce a new three-year partnership with Ulster University’s Belfast School of Art to support its annual Graduate...
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Laura Cunningham, Partner and Head of Data Protection and Information Law, discusses the new Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (“DUAA”), which came into effect on 19 June 2025. Read more here
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Genevieve Hyland, an Associate within our Healthcare team, discusses the refinement of the Primor Principles and the impact on the defence of clinical negligence claims. Read more here:
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Danielle Sumner, an Associate within our Healthcare team, highlights that effective tomorrow, all adults in Ireland will be considered an organ donor under a new organ donation framework. Read more here:
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Rachel Lewis, a Senior Associate within our Banking & Finance team, highlights that the UK Government is proposing to update the requirements for closure of bank accounts by payment service providers, with the aim of strengthening protections for customers against debanking. Read
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Kerrie Emerson, a Solicitor in our Banking & Finance team, discusses the renewed Access to Finance initiative for entrepreneurs and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Read more here:
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Omagh Bombing Inquiry - Fergal McGoldrick and Hannah Porter act for Mediahuis UK in successful opposition to NIO’s civil servant redaction application. Read more here
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Anna Somsen, an Associate in our Healthcare team, provides recent legal developments on assisted dying in Ireland. Read more here
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If you watched The 1% Club on ITV (@1PercentClubITV) on Saturday night, you might have noticed a familiar face from Carson McDowell! Our very own James Milliken, a Solicitor in our Commercial team, made it to the final question, where he chose to take his share of the prize pot.
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Declan Magee and Fergal McGoldrick secure an apology, substantial damages and costs on behalf of FP McCann and its directors. Read more here:
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