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Comyn Kelleher Tobin LLP

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Comyn Kelleher Tobin LLP has an immense record in defending clients against personal injury and professional negligence claims. This includes public, employers' and occupiers’ liability matters, along with major clinical negligence claims. The firm acts for the Health Service Executive, State Claims Agency and a range of insurers and reinsurers. In Cork, Eamon Harrington is rated for medical negligence and personal injury claims, and managing partner Deborah Moore is another leader in clinical negligence. Daniel McLoughlin and Nicola Kiely are also key partners.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘This firm is unique in that the partners themselves deal with cases at all levels, from minor to serious cases and this brings a level of experience which ensures results are optimised.’

  • ‘Eamonn Harrington runs a good operation with experienced and professional people positioned in relevant areas.’

  • ‘A notable aspect of this firm is its unwavering attention to detail when following through on its commitments. Clients are guaranteed total commitment to their cause and the provision of speedy, easily digestible, and comprehensive legal advices and strategies.’

  • ‘Ease of communication is a huge plus when dealing with CKT. The client can always feel they have a connection straight through to the partner handling their work, as well as the comfort of knowing that staff within the firm are highly experienced in their relevant fields.’

  • ‘Daniel McLoughlin is one of the most diligent solicitors practising today. He brings a wealth of experience to each case and a level of common sense that is often lacking in other firms. Nicola Kiely, who has become a partner in the last year, has an unrivalled work ethic that results in the best possible outcomes for her clients.’

  • ‘This is a professional and progressive firm of lawyers who always have their client needs at the forefront. They are efficient and tenacious in all that they do.’

  • ‘The team's strength is second to none and I would like to reference Daniel McLoughlin in particular, who I have worked with for many years, and I would say that he is one of the best defence solicitors that I have worked with over the years - his attention to detail, forensic investigation and overall results are second to none.’

  • ‘All of the associates and partners that I deal with are focused and well-prepared individuals who concentrate on detail and preparation. All paperwork is relevant, detailed and focused. An excellent service is provided to clients.’

Key clients

  • Health Service Executive
  • State Claims Agency
  • Allianz insurance
  • Munich RE
  • Lloyds Syndicates
  • KennCo Underwriting Ltd
  • Transport Infrastructure Ireland
  • Cork County Council

Work highlights

  • Negotiated a strong Circuit Court settlement for Lloyds Syndicate, which was later reneged on by the Plaintiff.
  • Successfully defeated a personal injury claim by relying upon SLA between Council and Irish Water and relying upon the immunity provided for pursuant to Section 29(1)(a) of the Water Services Act 2009, obtaining an Order for costs in favour of our client, Irish Water.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Eamon Harrington, Daniel McLoughlin, Deborah Moore

Other key lawyers

Diarmuid Cunningham, Nicola Kiely