Hayes Solicitors LLP frequently represents public sector bodies in litigation, with a particular emphasis on matters in the healthcare industry. The team is jointly led by four partners: Joe O’Malley, who advises on complex disputes involving substantial claims with public interest considerations; Mary Hough, who specialises in medical negligence and product liability claims; Jackie Buckley, who handles all aspects of property transactions including sales, purchases, leasings, and financings; and Anne Lyne, who advises both employers and employees on the full employment lifecycle, from recruitment to termination mandates.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Expanding legal firm with emphasis on personal engagement with clients.’
- ‘Joe O'Malley is one of, if not the leading, solicitors in the country. He is beyond compare.’
- ‘Hayes solicitors are a stellar firm with a wide breadth of experience and a deep understanding of state-related litigation. Its clinical negligence practice is second to none. It has also been the go-to firm for the State Claims Agency for many years to deal with complex, high-value, multi-party litigation.’
- ‘They are hugely experienced. Extremely thorough lawyers. Very practically orientated. Always well briefed. Give clear and practical advice.'
- ‘Accessible, efficient and very professional service provided.’
- ‘Ease of communication.’
Work highlights
Acting for the Italian Competition Authority in proceedings arising from investigative functions, including complex jurisdiction issues and Brussels Recast Regulations considerations.
Representing the State in high-profile proceedings in relation to multi million euro catastrophic injury claims, swine flu vaccine claims, claims arising from the Covid vaccine, HPV vaccine and Thalidomide claims.
Practice head
Joe O’Malley; Mary Hough; Jackie Buckley; Anne Lyne