The insurance litigation team at Holmes O’Malley Sexton LLP covers a wide range of mandates, from motor, employer and public liability, and property damage claims, to personal injury, professional negligence, and subrogation claim defence. Managing partner Harry Fehily and Donal Creaton lead the practice alongside Robert Kennedy, who has noted expertise assessing liability and quantum issues in catastrophic injury claims. Michael Murphy, Anna Owens and Wayne Finn are also key members of the group.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Michael Murphy brings a real sense of confidence and clarity to any matter he’s involved in. What makes him stand out is not just his legal expertise, but his ability to communicate complex issues in a way that’s straightforward and reassuring.’
  • ‘Wayne Finn and Anna Owens are reliable. Great negotiators and represent our business to a very high standard.’
  • ‘All queries are dealt with in an efficient manner. They focus on cost-effective solutions with information imparted in a logical and direct manner.’
  • ‘Reliable, professional and always efficient with regular updates on files.’
  • ‘Robert Kennedy has a wealth of knowledge, is responsive and a great negotiator.’
  • ‘Michael Murphy has expert technical knowledge and attention to detail. You get the sense that nothing slips through the cracks with him, and that level of reliability makes a big difference.’

Key clients

  • Zurich Insurance Europe AG, Ireland Branch
  • RSA Insurance Ireland DAC
  • AXA Insurance DAC
  • Generali Seguros y Reaseguros SAU, trading as Redclick and Generali
  • Davies Group Limited
  • Ornella Underwriting Limited
  • TTM Healthcare Limited
  • GoAhead Ireland
  • Lidl Ireland GmbH
  • DWF Claims
  • Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance
  • Sedgwick
Practice head

Robert Kennedy; Harry Fehily; Donal Creaton

Other key lawyers

Michael Murphy; Anna Owens; Wayne Finn