Holmes O'Malley Sexton specialises in defending motor, employers liability, public liability and property damage claims. Professional negligence, business interruption claims, cyber and data privacy cases, and D&O are also core parts of the practice. The firm is further noted for subrogation claims and policy coverage advisory matters. Managing partner Harry Fehily remains highly rated, along with Robert Kennedy, who specialises in catastrophic personal injury cases. Donal Creaton has a fine reputation too. Anna Owens and Wayne Finn  have also led many of the firm's top cases.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

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  • ‘Experience of the team and ability to collaborate and give simple, straightforward advice.’

  • ‘Robert Kennedy - exceptional operator who uses his skills to ensure the best possible outcomes in our matters. ’

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Key clients

  • Zurich Insurance Europe
  • RSA Insurance Ireland
  • AXA Insurance
  • Generali Seguros y Reaseguros SAU, Ireland Branch
  • Davies Group
  • Ornella Underwriting
  • TTM Healthcare
  • GoAhead Ireland
  • Lidl Ireland
  • DWF Claims
  • Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance
  • Sedgwick
  • NARGC Compensation Fund
  • Arch Insurance
  • Arachas
  • A.I.G. Europe
  • Liberty Seguros, Compania de Seguros Y Reaseguros, trading as Liberty Insurance
  • Newline Europe Versicherung
  • Marsh Ireland
  • Probitas| Syndicate 1492
  • HDI Global SE
  • Everest Insurance (Ireland)
  • Aspen Insurance UK
  • Insurance Management Solutions LLP

Work highlights

  • Successfully defended Lidl Ireland against an exaggerated claim for damages for personal injuries, claimed at some €475,000 plus legal costs.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Robert Kennedy, Harry Fehily, Donal Creaton

Other key lawyers

Anna Owens, Wayne Finn