Tughans‘ ’highly knowledgeable and hardworking’ practice is noted for its particular expertise in industrial disease claims, with experience in the heavy industry, manufacturing and construction sectors. Kathy McGillie leads the personal injury team within the group, while Andrew Anthony spearheads clinical negligence matters. Other key individuals include Neil Smyth, who covers employer and public liability claims, and clinical negligence specialist Alistair Wilson. Associate director Francesca Glynn is also a key name to note.

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Testimonials

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'Any client should be reassured that they are in the hands of local experts who have a very significant degree of insight into Northern Irish practice together with a top-notch team who are all highly regarded or leading practitioners in their field.'
'In clinical negligence, Andrew Anthony is well established as one of the very best practitioners in Northern Ireland. Alistair Wilson is also very highly regarded in healthcare litigation.'
'Hardworking, responsive and always ready to go the extra mile to get things done.'
'Everyone is highly knowledgeable and hardworking.'
'This practice has staff of the highest standard within their line of work, always knowledgeable and helpful to clients and always going above the required standards.'
'They have a long track record of providing a first class service across clinical negligence cases and associated inquests and inquiries.'
'Andrew Anthony who is head of the department is an outstanding practitioner in the field with a commanding knowledge of his cases. He demonstrates an extraordinary attention to detail, but never loses sight of the wood for the trees.'
'They stand out from others because of their skill set and modern approach. They are the market leaders. Andrew Anthony and Alistair Wilson are respected throughout the legal profession. They are known for their dynamic approach to all cases and for the results which they achieve.'

Work highlights

Advised a leading specialist motor insurer in relation to a catastrophic injuries case.
Advised a leading global energy services company in the defence of a High Court test case relating to asbestos.