The real estate team at Carson McDowell is well-versed in acting for vendors, purchasers, and funders in high-value transactions in a wide spectrum of sectors, from retail to housebuilding. The ‘commercial’ Dawson McConkey leads the team and is sought after for both acquisitions and disposals. Dual-qualified in Northern Ireland and England and Wales, Emma Cooper distinguishes herself for work in the energy sector. A key aspect of Mary-Kim Doherty’s practice is advising landlords and tenants in student accommodation schemes. Richard Dickson is also highlighted for acting on the full gamut of acquisition and financing matters.
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‘We have had the pleasure of working with one of the best and most experienced teams in the UK. Their exceptional speed in completing tasks and their prompt responses to all our queries truly set them apart. We never have to chase for answers, which makes our collaboration smooth and efficient.’
‘We have had the pleasure of working with Carson McDowell and have consistently found their team to be professional, knowledgeable, and efficient. Their expertise and dedication have been invaluable to us.’
‘Consistently high standards of expertise and speed in executing complex cases.’
‘Dawson has a relentless work ethic and ability to communicate in a timely manner.’
‘Excellent partner-led approach.’
‘Dawson McConkey works tirelessly and is always commercial.’
Key clients
- The Belfast Harbour Commissioners
- The Queen’s University of Belfast
- Belfast International Airport
- Ulster University
- McAleer & Rushe
- Northern Ireland Investment Fund
- Newpark Developments
- South Bank Square
- Renewable Energy Systems
- Woven Housing Association
Work highlights
Advising The Queen’s University of Belfast (QUB) on the delivery of the Institute of Research for Advanced Clinical Healthcare (iREACH) project.
Acted for the sellers in the sale of the entire shareholding in Kilwaughter to Saint Gobain.
Advised the Belfast Harbour Commissioners, as landlord and estate owner, with respect to the development and delivery of the following significant strategic projects.
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Practice head
Dawson McConkey
Other key lawyers
Emma Cooper; Mary-Kim Doherty; Richard Dickson