Arthur Cox Belfast > Belfast, United Kingdom > Firm Profile

‘Lynsey Mallon has and continues to raise the bar for the standard of delivery and technically innovative legal advice given. The width of her expertise is second to none.’

‘Lynsey Mallon leads the team on all engagements ably.’

‘Lynsey Mallon has been the main contact point for sometime and fostered an understanding of us as a client and the particular points of contention in any transaction. Her ability to tease out the nuances and deliver a solution-based proposal is second to none, whilst at the same time offering up a level of protection to us as an investor which has proved itself in the course of business.’

‘What makes Arthur Cox stand out for me is their breadth of experience, the legal knowledge, and their ability to represent and advocate for us in a way that gets results and matters resolved for us. We have experience of other Northern Ireland legal firms, but at no time have any of the other firms we have used in the past come close to delivering the results for us that Arthur Cox has delivered for us.’

‘Lynsey Mallon provides clear leadership, delegating work-streams to the relevant solicitors within the firm, while retaining an oversight of progress from a discreet distance. She has developed a very strong and capable team and empowers them to represent the firm and work with clients in a way that typifies the approach and success of Arthur Cox.’

‘The breadth and depth of knowledge is particularly important and is exemplified by Lynsey Mallon and David White. I have dealt with both for many years and they consistently deliver in terms of good advice and also meeting my high customer service expectations.’

‘They are professional yet personable, understanding both the business requirement and the human emotions that go alongside a sizeable transaction. We have had excellent service from, Lynsey Mallon in particular, supported by Lois Arbuthnot.’

‘Lynsey Mallon is sharp, pleasant and committed.’

‘Top legal and commercial advice. Strategic in approach.’

‘Catriona Gibson is a first class litigator and strategist – she has steel. ’

‘Knowledgeable partners, associates and paralegals. Efficient and timely on all required matters. Readily assist in dispute resolution, debt settlement agreements and the conclusion of litigation at court.

‘Arthur Cox are a valued business associate and deliver every time and are up there with the best in the industry.’

‘David Black is a talented, level-headed lawyer who takes instruction well and contributes to any resolution with sound legal knowhow. ’

‘They’re a respected firm in the jurisdiction and are good at a full service offering.’

‘Chris Ritchie has good local knowledge, and has appeared effectively as an advocate on matters for us. He has a good rapport with the judges and has good judgement. ’

‘Great portfolio of clients and well positioned within the market.’

‘ Really strong team who understand sectors deeply and can therefore make educated and commercial decisions on behalf of their clients.’ 

‘The Arthur Cox banking team are intimately aware of the needs of our business and that of our clients and ensures that services provided are always fit for purpose, timely and considerate of the nuances of our business. ’

‘Colm McElroy understands what our business, our client’s needs, and advices provided by him are always cognisant of our risk appetite and suitable detailed to provide optimal solutions with alternatives where required. ’

‘Colm McElroy has supported me as local counsel on various transactions and has gone above and beyond. ’

‘Rosemary Lundy is extremely hands-on and offers exceptional partner engagement.’

‘Rosemary Lundy offers genuine empathy, energy and expertise.’

‘Excellent employment law knowledge with a commercial, pragmatic and practical approach when advising on employment queries.’

‘Chris Fullerton provides an exceptional level of quality and service. His legal advice is always pragmatic, practical and always client-centric. Chris is very responsive and always has a very calm demeanour when problem-solving. ’

‘As our company has grown, the matters that have governed our employees and their relationship to the business has taken on new levels of applied practice. We’ve needed Arthur Cox’s experience several times in dealing with small matters to maintain a functioning business.’

‘Chris Fullerton has been fantastic in liaising with HR, operations and external parties to help our company keep within the operating rails. ’

‘The team have extensive corporate insolvency expertise, gained over many years of working in this area. They have a unique and distinctive approach to solving client problems.’

‘Colm McElroy and his team are committed to going above and beyond to help provide solutions to complex legal and commercial issues. They are trusted advisors in their field and prioritise providing a personalised service.’

‘Strong detailed exceptional service and delivery’

‘The team has great knowledge and experience and is flexible and effective in understanding and dealing with their clients’ needs.’

‘David White has provided fantastic, consistent, and well-judged service.’

‘Arthur Cox is professional, easy to deal with, and provides quick and reliable service with access to a wide range of specialist professionals. The Arthur Cox name is highly respected and rated, and this helps ensure our corporate business is conducted to the highest level of professionalism.’

‘David White has extensive experience and advises us on a number of business matters. He is easy to deal with and is readily accessible for urgent matters and is happy to meet face to face if required. We have worked with David on a number of corporate transactions and have relied on his advice and expertise extensively.’

‘The breadth and depth of experience are excellent, as well as their commitment to top-quality customer service.’

‘The team demonstrates an excellent knowledge of contract and procurement law. The team has a great understanding of the local industry and regulatory framework, which results in efficiency and effectiveness when providing advice. The team is also consistent, which has resulted in developing great professional relationships.’

‘David White has always been highly professional in our dealings, demonstrating significant knowledge of our organization, the field we are in, and our stakeholders. His knowledge has helped us look at matters in different ways at times, leading to more effective resolutions. He is well respected by colleagues and senior management, which leads to confidence in his advice.’

‘I have a lot of confidence in William Curry’s procurement advice. He has demonstrated significant knowledge in his field. He is efficient in his dealings, which is important when there are tight procurement deadlines.’

‘David Greatorex and Ceardha Morgan are both efficient and capable.’

‘Very knowledgeable, great ability to simplify legal issues.’

‘A Rolls-Royce department! Their business acumen, knowledge of the law and the construction market in NI, as well as their attention to detail make them market movers. They collaborate with our team to such an extent and have become so key to what we do that we seem them as an extension of our business.’

‘Embedded in the Northern Irish Market, they are “the big dog” with all the best clients.’

‘Cahal Carville is fantastic at putting together the best teams for real high value and “bet the company” litigation. ’

‘The team within the Arthur Cox Belfast office carry a wide range of experience and knowledge when it comes to construction contracts. As a result, we always have a strong feeling of comfort, reassurance and security when it comes to construction contracts.’

‘Headed by Cahal Carvill, the construction team at Arthur Cox, with associate Darren Fitzsimons, always have a personal but very professional approach to dealing with our requirements. They are approachable, always make themselves available, and make matters very easy to understand but always have our best interests first.’

‘The work the construction team does is often complex, difficult, and high value. The team is incredibly experienced. Construction disputes are in safe hands.’ 

‘ Cahal Carvill is a stand-out member of the team. He is commercial, hard-working, diligent, and excellent at what he does. He is a real superstar in the construction world. ’

‘The Arthur Cox team have worked with us in the spirit of partnership and are open and transparent about their invoicing, delivering excellent service and creating a positive relationship with us’

‘The team’s expertise encompasses both personal injury and health and safety, which is a useful combination.’

‘Chris Ritchie is a pleasure to work with. Very responsive and knowledgeable. ’

‘Robert Cain – we often call on Rob to provide a perspective on a complex situation and come away from the call either reassured or with a set of pragmatic steps that we can move forward with. He understands his clients and how global companies are organised and provides advice that can be readily actioned without needing a layer of translation for internal non-legal stakeholders.’

‘ Ian Duffy has been an invaluable resource and support as we work through DORA and DORA implementation providing pragmatic and informed advice at every turn.’

‘We have worked with Ian Duffy and his team especially on our preparations for DORA. We have found him to be an excellent advisor – responsive, calm, considered and knowledgeable.’