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    Mission & History

    We are committed to innovation. Phoenix is not a traditional Solicitors practice. Innovation was a cornerstone in the founding of Phoenix, and as a result we remain committed to experimenting with new ways of delivering legal services

    Core Values

    Our core values govern the way we work and how our firm operates. Our lawyers and staff are committed to equality and fairness in all aspects of their work

    Academic Involvement

    Historically it has been unheard of for academics and solicitors to work collaboratively within the confines of a solicitors’ practice. Phoenix has a specific academic consultancy panel which has been head hunted to form part of our team

    Our Team

    We have grown since our formation in 2018 become one of Irelands leading firms, being a voice for the underdog in litigation against state bodies, institutions, insurance companies or multinational organisations

    Our experienced Lawyers have

    appeared in a wide range of domestic and international Courts and Tribunals
    • Belfast High Court
    • Dublin and London Supreme Courts
    • The European Court of Human Rights
    • The EU Court of Justice
    • The African Commission on Human Rights
    • Various UN Special Procedures
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    About Phoenix

    There is nothing traditional about Phoenix Law. It was formed in 2018 by a group of lawyers who have a shared determination to improve human rights and accountability on the island of Ireland and beyond.

    The team offer formidable legal advice to clients in the UK and Ireland and a voice for the underdog in litigation against state bodies, institutions, insurance companies or multinational organisations.

     

    We have been involved in some of the most high profile and significant legal challenges in recent history including successfully securing compensation payments for hundreds of survivors of institutional child sexual abuse, legacy inquests, extending protection of trans and religious rights, helping secure same-sex marriage in NI and challenging major developments that threaten to destroy valuable habitats and local communities.

     

    Our work is wide-ranging and we have the collective experience to ensure the law is applied equally and fairly. We have represented clients in domestic and international settings from Magistrates court right up to the Supreme Courts in Dublin and London, the European Court of Human Rights, the African Commission on Human Rights and various UN hearings.

     

    In addition we believe in our close working partnerships with the academic sector. This combination ensures our clients get the best quality and most up to date legal advice. That advice is also available to students of law as our partners are regular guest lecturers at leading universities including Cambridge, Ulster University, Queens University Belfast and Trinity College Dublin.

    Client Success

    We have been involved in some of the most high profile and significant legal challenges in recent history, including successfully securing compensation payments for hundreds of survivors of institutional child sexual abuse, legacy inquests, extending protection of trans and religious rights, helping secure same-sex marriage in NI and challenging major developments that threaten to destroy valuable habitats and local communities
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    News

    Latest news here at Phoenix Law

    Roberts family issue Judicial Review Proceedings against the General Medical Council.

    The parents of Claire Roberts have sought leave to initiate judicial review proceedings in the High Court of Justice Northern […]

    Legacy Act: Immunity for Troubles-era killings breaches human rights law

    Judicial Review against the Legacy Act is successful. The Full Judgment is available here and a Press Summary is available […]

    Teenage asylum seeker secures High Court permission to challenge illegal migration laws

    A teenage asylum seeker from Iran who travelled alone on a small boat to the UK has secured High Court […]

    Darragh Mackin to act for the band Kneecap

    Belfast Human Rights Solicitors, Phoenix Law are to represent Belfast rappers Kneecap in legal action over British government ‘funding block’. […]

    GAA Star takes Legal Action against online allegations

    Online Reputation and Social Media Solicitors Belfast take Legal Action for GAA Sports Star. Armagh GAA star James Morgan has […]

    Inquest and Coroner’s Investigations

    Inquest and Coroner’s Investigations Dublin Solicitors Phoenix Law has become the go to Solicitors in the area of Inquests and […]

    High Court Judge rules Northern Ireland Prison Service decision was in breach of prisoner’s Human Rights

    A High Court judge has ruled that the NIPS acted unlawfully and in contravention of our clients Article 8 Human […]

    Judicial Review proceedings launched as ABC Council refuse to approve a bilingual street sign.

    [TUESDAY, 23 JANUARY 2024] Judicial Review proceedings launched as Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council refuse to approve a bilingual […]

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    DÉ MÁIRT 24 EANÁIR 2024 Le Foilsiú Láithreach Tús curtha le hAthbhreithniú Breithiúnach agus cosc curtha ag Comhairle Buirge Ard […]

    Legal proceedings initiated after false accusation by PSNI

    Legal proceedings have been initiated following the false accusation by the PSNI against a former republican prisoner for possessing indecent […]

    Inquest of Stephen Thomas Conlan – Press Release

    Today the inquest touching upon the death of Stephen Conlan concluded. Mr. Conlan was sadly killed on the Mountjoy Road, [...]

    Croke Park GAA Dispute Resolution Authority DRA Hearing

    Phoenix Law have been retained by Dromore GFC to appear before Croke Park GAA Dispute Resolution Authority (DRA) in respect of the controversy flowing […]

    A High Court judge has ruled that the NIPS acted unlawfully in failing to properly consider request for compassionate release

    A High Court judge has ruled that the Northern Ireland Prison service has acted unlawfully in failing to properly consider […]

    Mullaghglass Landfill Case to be heard by the Supreme Court

    The UK Supreme Court has granted permission to appeal in a pivotal pollution case that carries significant implications for environmental […]

    Prisoner allowed to travel to Republic of Ireland for Christmas Home Leave – High Court Judge Rules

    Our client Patrick ‘Mooch’ Blair sought an urgent Judicial Review against the NIPS refusal to allow him to travel to [...]

    Northern Ireland Prison Service Acted Unlawfully – High Court Judge rules

    Our client Mr.  Matthew Johnston successfully challenges the NIPS refusal to allow him compassionate temporary release (“CTR”) to attend his […]

    ‘There was a bang and a light went out’: Irish families finally getting answers about 1981 nightclub fire

    Full Article on The Guardian Website here. Inquiry into the Stardust inferno in north Dublin, that killed 48 and injured […]

    Former Police Ombudsman investigator reaches ‘substantial’ settlement in claim for damages against PSNI

    A former Police Ombudsman investigator arrested on suspicion of conspiring to pervert the course of justice has reached a “substantial” […]

    Challenge lodged to the Illegal Migration Act

    Our Sinead Marmion was interviewed on BBC Evening Extra in respect of the ongoing challenge to the Illegal Migration Act. […]

    Fresh Inquest granted by AGNI following legal challenge into the death of Robert Anderson

    The family of a 25-year-old Newry man shot dead by soldiers more than 50 years ago have been granted a […]

    Success Against Home Office’s Age Assessment – JR147

    Our Sinead Marmion, head of Immigration, champions a successful challenge against a Home Office decision. Mr Ronan Lavery KC with […]

    POLICE SERVICE OF NORTHERN IRELAND ISSUE APOLOGY TO ‘THE HOODED MEN’

    13th June 2023 Today, after a 10 year campaign for truth and justice, the Police Service of Northern Ireland have […]

    Successful Challenge of PSNI’s Decision to refuse information under the Domestic Violence and Abuse Disclosure Scheme

    After a successful challenge, our client’s application under the Domestic Violence and Abuse Disclosure Scheme has now been accepted. Our […]

    Successful Appeal of Housing Executive’s Decision

    After a long appeals process our client has now been awarded her full points and will now be rehomed in […]

    Injunction secured against Jolene Bunting

    Today our client, Matthew Cavan having previously secured an emergency injunction against Ms Bunting, was granted a full injunction order […]

    Stardust Inquests – Pen Portraits – Day 15

    Stout, John – Allison Forrester John was the third child in a large family which had 11 surviving children. John […]

    Stardust Inquests – Day 14 – Pen Portraits

    David Morton – Alan Morton My name is Alan Morton, I am David’s younger brother and only sibling and I […]

    Stardust Inquests – Pen Portraits – Day 13

    McHugh, Caroline – Maurice and Phyllis McHugh We are Phyllis and Maurice McHugh now in our eighties, our golden years. […]

    Charges dismissed against Edendork Gaelic Club

    Today, the PPS formally withdrew all charges previously initiated against our client Darragh Cullen (now Club Chairman) and Edendork GAC […]

    Stardust Inquests – Day 12 – Pen Portraits

    McDonnell, Julie – Pamela McDonnell Good morning Doctor Cullinane, good morning everybody. My name is Pamela McDonnell, the niece of […]

    Stardust Inquests – Day 11 – Pen Portraits

    Mangan, Helena – Samantha Mangan Helena was a daughter, sister, mother and friend. Helena was one of six children to […]

    Colum Marks – PPS decide not to Prosecute Officer B

    On 10th April 1991, as a result of intelligence received, the RUC mounted a covert operation in and around St. […]

    Stardust Inquests – Day 9 – Pen Portraits

    Lawless, Sandra – Brendan Lawless Hello, I am Brendan Lawless, the youngest brother of Sandra Lawless, victim of the stardust […]

    Stardust Inquests – Day 10 – Pen Portraits

    Mahon, Donna – Theresa Fitzpatrick   Hello, please allow me to introduce my sister Donna. Her name was Donna Mahon. […]

    Stardust Inquests – Day 8 – Pen Portraits

    PEN PORTRAIT Kenny, Mary – Angela Kenny Introduction My name is Angela Kenny and I am the youngest sister of […]

    Stardust Inquests – Day 7 – Pen Portraits

    Hillick, Robert “Bobby” – notes from Bill Hillick This short pen portrait has been put together from conversations which we […]

    Stardust Inquests – Day 6 – Pen Portraits

    Bennett, Richard – Christy Moore Richard (17) was the eldest of four children Elaine (15), Michael (10) and Mark (8) […]

    Stardust Inquests – Pen Portraits – Day 5

     Glen, Josephine – Sheena Thomas & Alison Glen Our sister Josephine Glen was 16 years old when she died as a […]

    Stardust: How the Northern Ireland inquest model provides template for families seeking justice

    Coronial process was used for Hillsborough and Ballymurphy inquests “This is our Hillsborough,” Antoinette Keegan, who survived the 1981 Stardust […]

    Stardust Inquests – Day 4 – Pen Portraits

    Michael Farrell Michael was born at home on the 3rd of December 1954. And he was a bundle of joy. […]

    Stardust Inquests – Pen Portraits – Day 3

    Johnny Colgan – Susan Behan Johnny was my brother. Johnny was my father’s right hand – they worked together. Johnny […]

    Stardust Inquests – Pen Portraits Day 2

    Today we heard the Pen Portraits of Jimmy Buckley, Paula Byrne & Caroline Carey Buckley, Jimmy – Christina Smyth It […]

    Stardust Inquests – Day 1 – Pen Portraits

    Today we heard the Pen Portraits of Michael Barrett & Carol Bissett. Michael Barrett – (Read by Gertrude Barrett – [...]

    Shea Reynolds: Compassionate Bail granted after Solicitor gives evidence

    A Co Armagh man accused of being a member of New IRA has been granted bail to attend his son’s […]

    Leave granted against Home Secretary for refusing entry to the UK

    Mr Justice Rooney granted leave to the applicant, our client Mr Joel de Deus, in his challenge against the Secretary […]

    PHOENIX LAW ANNOUNCES MAJOR EXPANSION

    Phoenix Law announce expansion of new office space and the appointment of a new Partner, two Litigation Managers and a Practice Manager.

    Easter Party – End of Term

    Phoenix Law held an End of Term Easter Party at their premises on 6th April 2023 in which colleagues, friends, […]

    Phoenix wins LGBTQI+ LEGAL REPRESENTATION AWARD 2023

    The long awaited return of the GNI MAG awards occurred in Belfast on 15 April 2023 after a hiatus due […]

    Jury selected for Stardust tragedy inquest

    A jury has been selected and sworn in for the biggest inquest in the history of the State which begins […]

    Taxi drivers and tour guides sue GCHQ over ‘IRA’ claim

    Irish News Front Page 17th April 2023: Around 50 taxi drivers and tour guides are to launch legal action after […]

    Sea Swim in aid of Another World Belfast

    Team Phoenix took part in a Sea Swim at Helen’s Bay organised by our Wellbeing and Charity Committees in aid […]

    Activist Lawyer Podcast:- Phoenix Law Human Rights Solicitors

    Some members of Team Phoenix have participated in the widely acclaimed Activist Lawyer Podcast on their work in Human Rights. […]

    This year we will be supporting Another World Belfast!

    This year our charity partner will be Another World Belfast! Another World Belfast is a not for profit CIC. They […]

    Stardust Inquests to start 25th April 2023

    On Wednesday 29th March the final Pre-Inquest hearing was held in the Rotunda Pillar Room. The families now look forward […]

    Barman who survived loyalist gun attack at Thierafurth Inn awarded £10k in damages

    A bartender who survived a fatal loyalist gun attack on a village pub more than 30 years ago is to […]

    Marian Beattie murder: Family determined to get justice after 50 years

    The family of a woman murdered in Co Tyrone 50 years ago say they believe her killer is still alive […]

    Alex McCrory Acquitted in MI5 Surveillance case

    Alex McCrory Acquitted: After almost 10 years, Alex McCrory has been acquitted at Belfast Crown Court in Northern Ireland’s longest […]

    Leave Granted against refusal of Firearms License

    On Tuesday 7 March 2023, Mr Justice Colton granted leave in our client’s application for a judicial review of the […]

    David Holden sentenced for killing of Aidan McAnespie

    A BROTHER of Co Tyrone man Aidan McAnespie has said his family was “dragged” through the courts for years by […]

    Judicial Review against Medical Practitioner Tribunal Service launches

    Birth Mothers & their children meet MLAS

    Phoenix Law named in NI’s best 40 law firms 2022.

    Team Phoenix are delighted to be recognised in the Top 40 list of law firms published by the Belfast Telegraph. […]

    Judicial Review: Barriers for Trans people to obtain Gender Recognition Certificate removed

    BARRIERS to transgender people in Northern Ireland securing official acknowledgment of their preferred identity are to be removed by a […]

    Scappaticci case to proceed

    Mr Justice Horner refused to stay the civil actions brought over alleged wrongdoings by Freddie Scappaticci, who denies that he […]

    RUC officer referred to PPS in connection with murder of Reavey brothers

    A former police officer could face prosecution over the murder of three brothers in 1976. John, Brian and Anthony Reavey […]

    Mid Ulster collusion cases to be heard early next year.

    Source Irish News

    Greenvale: Police Ombudsman has called for a wider investigation.

    The Police Ombudsman has raised a number of “policing practice matters” with the PSNI in order to prevent further tragedies […]

    Muckamore Abbey Hospital Inquiry date set

    Source Irish News

    Activist Lawyer Podcast: Megan Burns on Cryptocurrency

    Listen to our Megan Burns discussing her research on cryptocurrency. https://www.activistlawyer.com/podcast/episode/30a89166/episode-24-megan-burns-explains-cryptocurrency

    Judicial Review – JR159: School starting age

    Legislation governing the compulsory school starting age for children in Northern Ireland is inflexible and unjustified, the High Court has […]

    Birth Mothers for Justice demand statutory inquiry

    A group representing the victims of the mother and baby homes scandal has written to Stormont party leaders asking for […]

    NI first judgment on puberty blockers

    After the controversial judgments of Bell v Tavistock and A & B in England and Wales the Belfast Trust sought […]

    BLM: PSNI to refund fines handed out to Black Lives Matter protesters

    Phoenix Law has welcomed a decision by the PSNI to refund fines handed out to Black Lives Matter (BLM) protesters […]

    New DNA evidence in Murder Case

    Source Irish News

    Prosecution of soldier to continue in the case of Aidan McAnespie

    The family of Aidan McAnespie has welcomed a decision to continue with the prosecution of a former British soldier charged […]

    Judicial Review: Prison ban on sexual protection items

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    Injunction Proceedings against MI5

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    International Academy of Family Lawyers

    Ciaran Moynagh has been admitted as a Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers. The association is a worldwide […]

    Supreme Court: Hooded men case commences

    Supreme Court challenge to a court ruling that stated an independent investigation should take place into the treatment of the […]

    Judicial Review: Christian focused religious education challenge.

    Phoenix Law has secured permission in the High Court to challenge the exclusively Christian focused religious education taught in schools […]

    Advancing Racial Justice & Fairness Award

    Phoenix Law are honoured and humbled to receive the advancing racial justice award from The North West Migrant Forum for […]

    BLM: Organisers will not be prosecuted

    The Public Prosecution Service has issued decisions not to prosecute in relation to all suspects reported in connection with attendance […]

    Ludow Case: Legal History made in Irish Supreme Court

    The family of Seamus Ludlow will bring the first Article 2 ECHR case to the Irish Supreme court. Irish News:

    JR launched about Belfast Landfill Stench.

    Our client has launched High Court action over a stench allegedly coming from a landfill site in west Belfast. Judicial […]

    Watch: UTV – An Island’s Shame

    Tune in to hear from our Claire McKeegan and her clients Birth Mothers for Justice.

    Court of Appeal quashes Conviction

    Ivor Bell has won his appeal against being found guilty of helping Gerry Adams in his attempt to break out […]

    Gender Recognition Act – requirement of ‘disorder’ incompatible with human rights.

    A High Court Judge held that the obligation to prove disorder via medical reports in order to secure official recognition […]

    Allison Morris and Aoife Moore case heard before High Court in Dublin.

    Journalists, Ms Allison Morris and Ms Aoife Moore have had their cases commenced at the High Court in Dublin this […]

    Muckamore families frustrated by delay in appointing Chair of Public Inquiry

    Journalist, Aoife Moore initiates proceedings against Twitter and Eoghan Harris.

    We act on behalf of the distinguished journalist, Aoife Moore.  Our client has been the subject of an extensive and malicious campaign […]

    Journalist, Allison Morris issues proceedings against Eoghan Harris and Twitter

    Award winning Journalist, Allison Morris has issued libel proceedings seeking Injunctive relief requiring Eoghan Harris to disclose all fake accounts […]

    The Ballymurphy Inquest – ‘All entirely innocent’

    Ms Justice Keegan sitting as the Coroner has today published her findings in respect of the Ballymurphy Inquest.  The findings […]

    Lisa Smith wins legal battle in London court to the Decision to exclude her from the UK.

    On the 31st of December 2019 Lisa Smith was served with a notice by the British Home Secretary to exclude […]

    Institutional abuse victims sue over data breach

    MORE than 70 people are to take a class action after the identities of over 250 institutional abuse victims were […]

    Stardust Inquest delayed on 40th anniversary of fire.

    The Stardust families who face the 40th anniversary of the Dublin tragedy this week have been “let down by the […]

    Court of Appeal – Legacy Victims’ Pensions victory

    The Executive Office is under a legal duty to fund a pension scheme for victims of the Troubles in Northern […]

    Landmark legal action against social media giant arising out of distressing pictures online.

    Irish News 27.01.21

    Colin, Hannahstown & Glen Road Residents mount challenge against Mullaghglass Landfill

    Residents are mounting legal action over the smell from a Belfast landfill site. Mullaghglass Landfill has been the subject of more […]

    Ivor Bell seeks to overturn conviction.

    Irish News 23.01.2021

    Permission to challenge PSNI decision to question

    A north Belfast republican has secured High Court permission to challenge a decision by police to stop and question him […]

    Crossmaglen businessman commences legal proceedings against Facebook seeking details of user behind fake profiles

    Transfer Test: Further Challenge

    An eleven-year-old child and her parents have issued a legal challenge against the current arrangements which will see Transfer Tests […]

    Listen: Activist Lawyer Podcast – Darragh Mackin

    Listen here: https://t.co/9ySzPbYlQM?amp=1

    Judicial Review: Prison Transfer

    Our client Martin Saunders has secured leave in his judicial review against the decision not allowing him to return to […]

    Kieran Smyth wins right to challenge return to prison

    Kieran Smyth was granted leave to seek a judicial review of the Secretary of State’s decision to revoke his licence. […]

    BLM Protest: Police Ombudsman Report

    We are Recruiting!

    Team Phoenix is a diverse group of Human Rights Lawyers who are collectively committed to the protection of fundamental rights […]

    Judicial Review: Requirements for Gender Recognition Cert.

    We are instructed by a trans women seeking to secure a gender recognition certificate without the need of obtaining medical […]

    Listen: Activist Lawyer Podcast – Sinead Marmion

    Listen here: https://t.co/zwEyJoFxsm?amp=1

    BLM Protest: Policing Board Report

    Covid 19 – Barber restrictions challenged.

    A group of Belfast barbers have threatened the Northern Ireland Executive with legal action over the region’s strict coronavirus restrictions. […]

    Covid 19 – Taxi Support Scheme achieved

    The Department of Infrastructure has formally requested new powers to set up a hardship scheme for taxi drivers whose trade […]

    British spy’s activities in Northern Ireland

    Our Gavin Booth speaks to Channel 4 News in relation to MI5 agents operating in this jurisdiction that is relevant […]

    Court of Appeal Success: JR97

    Redress: Team Leader Appointment

    If you require advice on the redress scheme contact Elaine at elaine@phoenix-law.org

    Stardust Fire Inquest: Preliminary Hearing

    A pre-inquest hearing into the deaths of 48 people in the Stardust disaster was hailed, on Wednesday, as a “momentous […]

    Solicitor Appointment – Sophie McClintock

    Sophie will now be an integral member of our criminal law department with emphasis on magistrate and youth court matters. […]

    Independent investigation is to be held into the murder of Seamus Ludlow

    The family of Seamus Ludlow together with their Solicitor Gavin Booth announced today that an independent investigation by John Boucher […]

    Public Inquiry will be held into Abuse at Muckamore

    Robin Swann, Health Minister has confirmed this afternoon at the Assembly that a public inquiry will now be held into […]

    Transfer Test Delayed 2020

    Judge rules Executive Office acted unlawfully in delaying Troubles Pension

    Northern Ireland’s Executive Office deliberately and unlawfully refused to advance a pensions scheme for victims of the Troubles, a High […]

    Black Lives Matter protesters being treated as organised criminals

    Phoenix Law continue to act for those fined at the BLM protests in Belfast and Derry. Recently, those speakers and […]

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    Shortlisted: National Diversity Awards

    A record breaking 64,000 people nominated this year alone and the results are finally in for the National Diversity Awards, with an astonishing […]

    Petition calling for Public Inquiry into Muckamore launched

    Phoenix Law and clients are calling for a public inquiry into the systematic abuse that occurred at Muckamore Abbey Hospital. […]

    Inga Maria Hauser: Notice of No Prosecutions.

    Institute of Directors Awards Nomination.

    The 10th Institute of Directors Northern Ireland Director of the Year Awards have now been shortlisted celebrating over 40 directors […]

    Landmark Challenge: Humanist Marriage recognition in England & Wales.

    Next week the High Court in London will hear a legal challenge brought by six couples looking to have legal […]

    Public inquiry for Dalradian goldmine application

    The Minister of the Department of Infrastructure has announced an independent public inquiry in respect of the controversial goldmine application […]

    Leave granted to challenge over Troubles pensions

    Mr Justice McAlinden sitting at the High Court of Justice yesterday granted permission to challenge the impasse over pensions for […]

    Legal action commenced to force independent probe into killings

    Relatives of four men killed in a loyalist gun attack in Co Tyrone, believed to have involved collusion, have launched […]

    Inga-Maria Hauser

    School Transfer Test proceeds to full hearing.

    The High Court of Justice granted leave in the judicial review case challenging the delay of the transfer test in […]

    Black Lives Matter – Fines & Prosecutions.

    At recent rallies in Custom House Square, Belfast and Guildhall Hall Square, Derry in support and solidarity for Black Lives […]

    Charity Challenge a GO

    Phoenix Law have selected Davina’s Ark as their annual chairty. Davina’s Ark is “an invaluable organisation” that supports people who […]

    EasyJet Data Breach Compensation – Join the Class Action

    Darragh Mackin has initiated a group action at the High Court in Belfast for alleged violation of privacy rights following […]

    Privacy & Data breach by Interim Advocate for Victims & Survivors of HIA

    Hundreds of survivors of institutional abuse, to include many of Phoenix Law clients, have had their names and emails disclosed […]

    Podcast Contribution – Covid-19 in NI

    Our Claire McKeegan recent contributed to Eamonn Mallie’s podcast discussing the issue of Covid-19, management of this in our care […]

    Covid-19 & Care Home Challenge.

    Phoenix Law have been instructed by the family of a pensioner who passed away in a care home with suspected […]

    Phoenix Law participate in LGBT Awareness Week

    As part of the diverse program for LGBT Awareness Week 2020, our Ciaran Moynagh took part in a virtual session […]

    Transfer Test Challenge

    Challenges to Internment

    On 13 May 2020 the Supreme Court deliverer Judgment in the case of Gerry Adams. The unanimous decision of the […]

    Spotlight – Inside the Pandemic

    Spotlight NI aired on 12 May 2020 and followed frontline workers durng the Covid-19 crisis. Our Claire McKeegan appeared in […]

    First Institutional Abuse Payments awarded for clients

    The Historical Institutional Abuse redress board has sat remotely and the first set of payments to include the interim awards […]

    Charity of the Year Selected!

    Team Phoenix have selected their charity partner for 2020-2021. Look out for events, challenges fundraisers and much more to raise […]

    Doc Series: Nolan Inside Hydebank

    In a three part series aired on BBC One NI Stephen Nolan gets an insight into the young men detailed […]

    Phoenix Law instructed by former Celtic & Ireland football player Anthony Stokes

    Peter Corrigan of Phoenix Law represents Mr Stokes before Dublin District Court. Full Story Here.

    Success in same-sex marriage case

    Phoenix Law are delighted at the Judgment in the case of Petition X. The Court of Appeal ruled our clients […]

    Failure to provide NI’s frontline medical staff with PPE could amount to a criminal offence.

    A failure to provide personal protective equipment may not only carry civil liability under the Health and Safety at Work […]

    Muckamore Hospital – PSNI submit files to the Public Prosecution Service.

    Two years since the investigation commenced, detectives have now submitted files to the PPS. Claire McKeegan who acts on behalf […]

    Legal action threatened over Covid-19 meat factory

    Sinead Marmion has issued correspondence to a meat factory in Armagh after an employee showing symptoms of corona virus was […]

    Medics making wills after PPE shortage concerns

    BELFAST TELEGRAPH: Medics who are “scared” over a lack of Personal Protective Equipment are coming forward to make their wills, […]

    Cross-border worker in COVID payments challenge

    An Co Armagh man has launched a legal challenge against the Irish state over the Covid-19 Pandemic Unemployment Payment. A […]

    Redress scheme begins for Northern Ireland abuse victims and survivors

    The long awaited redress scheme for victims and survivors of historical institutional abuse in Northern Ireland has opened. Claire McKeegan […]

    COVID-19 Coronavirus Outbreak

    In the interests of our staff and clients Phoenix Law has changed the way it is working. However, our senior […]

    ‘Fearful’ nurses seek legal advice over coronavirus PPE

    Phoenix Law has been instructed by front line health professionals in two NI Health Trusts who are “fearful” for their […]

    ‘Gay cake’ case arrives at European Court of Human Rights

    The case of Gareth Lee against the UK government has arrived and begun it’s early stages through the European Court […]

    Mother’s legal bid to close schools in face of COVID-19

    Phoenix Law has been instructed by the mother of a primary school child from Co Armagh to mount a legal […]

    New Stardust Inquiry Granted

    IN THE NEWS Phoenix Law act for the families who have fought to a new inquiry into the disaster. https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/republic-of-ireland/attorney-general-drew-on-hillsborough-analogies-to-grant-new-stardust-inquest-38854521.html

    Aidan McAnespie: Former soldier to stand trial for shooting

    IN THE NEWS Darragh Mackin is instructed by the McAnespie family. A District Judge today confirmed there is sufficient evidence […]

    Christian Group threatens legal challenge – Same Sex Marriage

    IN THE NEWS Ciaran Moynagh comments for the Irish News on a Christian Group seeking to challenge provisions of the […]

    Family of Seamus Ludlow to meet Garda Commissioner

    The family of Seamus Ludlow will meet with the Garda Commissioner this morning to ask for a fresh investigation into […]

    Appeal to Home Office

    Sinead Marmion of Phoenix Law Immigration Department to act in another successful appeal against stringent Home Office rules.

    DPP To Drop Charges

    DPP drop all charges against our client Mr. Paul Casey in the Special Criminal Court. Our Peter Corrigan acts for […]

    PPS NOT to prosecute former Bishop of Dromore

    PPS decide NOT to prosecute former Bishop of Dromore – John McAreavey in connection with knowledge the crimes of self confessed paedophile Malachy Finegan. Survivors have requested an urgent review of this decision.

    Home Office Revoke Inital Refusal

    Phoneix Law are happy that this has been finally resolved for the McDermott family, delighted that the Home Office eventually […]

    Fresh Inquest to Stardust Fire

    The Attorney General has today confirmed that a fresh inquest will be held into the Stardust Nighclub Fire of 1981.

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    Our core values govern the way we work and how our firm operates. Our lawyers and staff are committed to equality and fairness in all aspects of their work.

    A Democratic Structure

    Contrary to the stereotypical solicitors’ practice, Phoenix ensures that all members from Secretaries to Directors, have a say in the running of the organisation. This means on a regular basis all team members are involved in decisions that affect direction, and the core values that underwrite the practice. 

    Efficiency in Administration and Management

    One of the key focuses of Phoenix is to establish an Infrastructure that promotes efficiency at its heart. The team is committed to being professionally managed, using efficient and effective administrative procedures and systems, which as a result allow for lawyers to maximise their time to the specific cases in which they are instructed. 

    Practice Diversity

    We are committed to respecting the diverse practice aspirations of each member of the team.

    Academic Involvement

    Historically it has been unheard of for academics and solicitors to work collaboratively within the confines of a solicitor’s practice. Phoenix has a specific Academic consultancy panel whom have been head hunted to form part of the Team at Phoenix. Through academic input, we strive to offer the best of legal services tailored specifically to the cases in which we are instructed. See our Panel of Academics for more information.

    Client Care and Quality of Service

    As an organisation, Phoenix is committed to providing high quality client care and legal service. Upon instruction, the services provided are personal and client focused.  It is part of the ethos at Phoenix that all lawyers involved in any case are directly involved and make a difference in how the cases are prepared and conducted. 

    Ethical Legal Practice

    The team at Phoenix have a shared commitment to the legal profession’s wider responsibilities and obligations as officers of the Court.  We also remain committed to undertaking pro bono casework.

    Respect and Courtesy

    Phoenix is committed to ensuring that all those who work within the organisation are treated with equal respect and courtesy at all times.

    Recruitment

    We are committed to equality of opportunity.  Phoenix was created through the coming together of a group of lawyers who respectively excelled in their various practice areas, and within their previous practices. Phoenix aim and strive to focus on the continued recruitment of prospective members for Team Phoenix.  In doing so, Phoenix has a specifically designed Recruitment team external to the practice. We are committed to offering training, apprenticeships, career progression and other opportunities to those individuals who meet the ethos and criteria of Team Phoenix.  Recruitment details can be accessed at the Phoenix Law Recruitment homepage and interest can be confidentially declared at recruitment@phoenix-law.org

    A Commitment to Working Together to Deliver Legal Services

    Teamwork and co-operation are important values.  Phoenix is not about the individual; but about the team. This is emphasised by our democratic structure and name.  At Phoenix the lawyers are committed to working together to deliver legal services through sharing legal knowledge and experience.  It isn’t about the individual, but about Team Phoenix. 

    Innovation

    We are committed to innovation. Phoenix is not a traditional Solicitors practice.  Innovation was a cornerstone in the founding of Phoenix, and as a result we remain committed to experimenting with new ways of delivering legal services.

    Continuing Education and Training

    Phoenix is committed to the continuing education of its team, through regular internal seminars and discussion groups.  We believe in continually training as a Team, and reinvesting in education and expertise. Our public training events calendar is available on our website.

    Team Wellbeing

    Phoenix is committed to enabling all those who work within the organisation to achieve a proper balance between their working and home life. Phoenix has a specific in-house Team in which focuses on the promoting of socialising, and team exercises to promote the bonding and ethics of team work. Phoenix regularly hold entertaining events in which others are encouraged to join.

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