Kirsten Magee > Mills Selig > Belfast, United Kingdom > Lawyer Profile

Mills Selig
21 ARTHUR STREET
BELFAST
BT1 4GA
United Kingdom

Work Department

Litigation

Position

Partner

Career

Kirsten is an experienced commercial litigator with a background in advising both private and public sector clients on a wide range of complex, high value disputes.

Kirsten’s experience includes advising on claims for breach of contract, matters involving procurement and contractor fraud, Intellectual Property disputes and judicial review with a commercial slant.  She advises clients faced with HSE investigations and in Coronial Inquests.

Kirsten has a particular interest in matters involving allegations of professional negligence and has represented a range of professionals including solicitors, accountants, financial advisers, architects, surveyors, engineers and estate agents.


Landmarks

  • Representing the owner of a patent in relation to patent infringement proceedings in the High Court;
  • Acting for a global manufacturer of pneumatic rollers who has been designated as a PIP in Coronial Inquest proceedings and who is one of a number on Defendants in related civil proceedings;
  • Advising a quasi-public body in relation to an appeal against a decision of the Information Commissioner;
  • Acting for an anchor tenant in a significant dispute with their landlord regarding a breach of the covenant of quiet enjoyment;
  • Obtaining emergency injunctive relief on behalf of the directors of a company who were being subjected to harassment and intimidation;
  • Representing firms of architects in proceedings involving allegations of negligence in respect of both design and supervision;
  • Acting for various Northern Irish solicitors during her time with one of the panel firms who act for the insurers who underwrite the Master Policy; and
  • Acting as Supervising Solicitor in relation to the service of an Anton Pillar Order (whereby evidence is seized in a process akin to a ‘dawn raid’).

What they say

“Kirsten Magee’s approach to litigation clearly puts the client’s interests at the heart of the solution being sought, both in the immediate term and the longer term, while protecting the client’s position at all times. She is impressive in terms of her knowledge and speed of reaction, very solution-focused and quick to suggest alternative dispute resolution”

“Emma Hunt and Kirsten Magee provided straightforward and understandable advice on a timely basis. They were always available and adapted well to the change of issues over the life of the case”

“Great all-round litigation team, providing clear, proactive and friendly advice”

Chambers and Partners / Legal 500

Lawyer Rankings

Northern Ireland > Dispute resolution

The Mills Selig litigation team acts on a wide range of disputes, including commercial, media and defamation, and property disputes. Emma Hunt is an expert in defamation disputes; she is defending Sir Van Morrison in a defamation action brought by the Minister for Health, Robin Swann. Kirsten Magee often defends clients in claims concerning breach of contract and product liability. Maeve Fisher focuses on licensing and property litigation. At the senior associate level, Rebecca Logan is experienced in various commercial disputes, including matters regarding trespassing and harassment on company property.

Northern Ireland > TMT (technology, media and telecoms) > Intellectual property

Mills Selig provides comprehensive guidance to clients on a wide range of IP matters, encompassing copyright, franchising, and data protection. Co-leading the department are Emma Hunt and Kirsten Magee. Both are litigation partners and often advise clients on a wide range of IP disputes and judicial reviews, often concerning patent infringement and trademark infringement. Glenn Watterson, corporate partner, provides IP advice concerning licensing matters.