Neasa Quigley > Carson McDowell > Belfast, United Kingdom > Lawyer Profile

The ‘supremely customer-focused’ corporate team at Carson McDowell has strong experience in both domestic and international corporate transactions. For example, the team recently acted for RiverRidge Group in a rare cross-jurisdictional joint venture transaction which required approval from the European Commission under the EU Merger Regulations. The team is jointly led by Neasa Quigley and Gerard Armstrong. As of 2023, ex-practice head Richard Gray now heads a standalone corporate advisory and governance team within the practice. Hilary Griffith has strong expertise in corporate transactions within the manufacturing sector, while Paul McGuickin is the key contact for clients in the leisure and hospitality sector. At the associate level, Kathryn Laverty is a key figure to note.

The energy and renewables team at Carson McDowell are experienced in handling large acquisitions, planning applications, and development for energy clients in Northern Ireland. Practice head Neasa Quigley, ‘well-known and respected’ in the energy sector, often advises clients on relevant M&A and equity funding matters. Gary McGhee is adept at energy commercial contracts and licence compliance. Le-ann Campbell, ‘an exceptional associate and consistently delivers to tight deadlines’ provides M&A related advice for energy clients.