Hayes Solicitors LLP‘s large team is highly regarded for its clinical negligence defence work, regularly representing clients in catastrophic injury claims, including high-value, complex and sensitive brain injury, spinal injury and cerebral palsy claims. Mary Hough exemplifies this expertise and leads the healthcare team, which also consists of the exceptionally capable Louise O’Rourke, Robbie Slattery and Stephen McGuinness. Joe O’Malley leads the litigation and dispute resolution practice and is also active in high-value claims. The group’s representation of the State Claims Agency and Medical Protection Society is highlighted.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
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Key clients
- State Claims Agency
- Medical Protection Society
- The Veterinary Defence Society Ltd
- Entertainment Enterprises Group
- Paddy Power / Flutter Group
- Dental Protection
Work highlights
Advised the State Claims Agency in the defence of complex litigation arising from historic alleged exposure to chemicals in the workplace.
Advised Flutter Entertainment in the defence public liability claims, including successfully securing the dismissal of a claim.
Advised the Veterinary Defence Society in the defence of complex claims against indemnified vets and complex regulatory issues.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Joe O’Malley; Mary Hough
Other key lawyers
Louise O'Rourke; Robbie Slattery; Stephen McGuinness; Martha Wilson; Matthew Austin; Katy Meade