Shoosmiths LLP is well known for its work in financial services litigation, as well as professional negligence and debt recovery cases. Outside financial work, the practice has been expanding in the energy sector, working on judicial reviews and injunctive proceedings regarding windfarms and energy-from-waste facilities. In January 2024, principal associate Ciaran McCorry joined the firm from A&L Goodbody Northern Ireland LLP and specialises in contractual, corporate, real estate and professional negligence claims, while Emma Wightman focuses on financial services litigation. Former practice head Gillian Crotty departed to Teacher Stern LLP in 2024.
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Testimonials
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‘As a relatively new entry into the Northern Irish market, this firm has made a significant impact on the local market. It is set apart for its local competitors as it is able to draw on its national presence to offer comprehensive end to end advice to many SMEs in the region.’
‘Ciaran McCorry was impeccable - his work was thorough and well-prepared. ’
‘I've worked with Ciaran McCorry for a number of years now and found him to be very professional, engaging, and he always strives to get the best outcome for his clients.’
Key clients
- ASDA Stores Limited
- Subway
- Northern Ireland Housing Executive
- NatWest Group
- Choice Housing Ireland Ltd
- Boots UK Limited
- Ulster Bank Limited
- ABO Wind NI
- Volkswagen Group UK plc
- Leeds Building Society
Work highlights
Acting for Bluesky Resource Recovery Limited in relation to a high value and complex corporate dispute with NWP Limited.
Lawyers
Other key lawyers
Emma Wrightman; Ciaran McCorry