Madden & Finucane is Top-ranked
by Chambers, the clients guide to the legal profession
“Belfast-based Madden & Finucane has a respected administrative and public law department that offers advice on data protection, freedom of information issues, human rights and challenges to the decisions of public bodies. The firm has a leading claimant practice and represents applicants in high-profile judicial challenges. Historically known for its involvement in the Bloody Sunday inquiry, this firm continues to impress observers with its high-quality handling of serious and complex cases. Sources value the firm’s impressive client care. Department head Peter Madden has been involved in some of the most serious criminal trials in Northern Ireland. They are serious players.”
“Madden & Finucane is traditionally known for drawing on its strong criminal practice in pursuing judicial review actions against the state. It is also praised for its prisoner and human rights-related work. This ‘very well-known’ team continues to attract high-quality work. Historically known for its work on the Bloody Sunday inquiry, the team acts on both criminal defence work and wider matters regarding treatment of prisoners. Successful Belfast practice. Famous for work on Bloody Sunday inquiry. Pursues judicial review proceedings on behalf of individuals in the areas of immigration and prison law. Also noted for offering advice on data protection and freedom of information issues.”
“Madden & Finucane maintains its reputation for advising claimants on civil liberties, human rights, data protection, freedom of information issues and challenges to the decisions of public bodies. This group features frequently in trials, appeals and judicial reviews. The team is historically known for its involvement in the Bloody Sunday Inquiry and it is reported that the lawyers are maintaining the quality of work for which they have always been known. Peter Madden is a highly acclaimed criminal expert. This group occupies an enviable market position for criminal defence, particularly in relation to civil liberties. Represents a variety of claimants in judicial review challenges and public inquiries.”
“Market observers confirm that ‘for applicant work, Madden & Finucane are always there, they have a clear strength’. The firm boasts one of the leading claimant practices and represents applicants in the highest profile judicial challenges. This high-quality team offers legal help at all stages of criminal proceedings for a broad range of cases. It is renowned for its work on the Bloody Sunday Inquiry and is hugely respected in judicial reviews. The team is also experienced in prison law and actions against the police.”
“Competitors stated they would quite happily refer criminal work to Madden & Finucane, due in part to the stellar reputation established by its work on the Bloody Sunday Inquiry. Peter Madden is at the forefront of the practice and was described as an ‘extremely capable practitioner.’ Well-regarded team with extensive expertise in administrative and public law matters. Regularly represents claimants and other public bodies. Particular strengths in public inquiries and judicial reviews relating to police and prisoners’ rights. Also handles legacy and human rights-related issues.”
“Madden & Finucane exclusively concentrates its public law practice on the representation of claimants. It represents a number of the families of the victims of the Bloody Sunday massacre. There are some very good public lawyers there who have good experience in big cases. They have a huge amount of expertise. They have done hundreds of judicial reviews for individuals. This public law team is best known for its experience in representing individuals in challenges to public authorities.”
“The public law team at Madden & Finucane focuses on the representation of individuals in challenges regarding human rights and policing, as well as data protection and freedom of information. This is a firm deeply respected for its work within all matters associated with crime, including prison law issues. Judicial reviews also remain a trump card after the team garnered much respect for its work on the Bloody Sunday inquiry. Actions against the police are an additional string to the firm’s bow.”
Madden & Finucane has been continuously recognised by Chambers as one of the leading law firms in its field. For many years, the firm has achieved top-tier rankings, including being ranked number 1 solicitors, in recognition of its exceptional legal expertise and commitment to client service. This consistent recognition reflects Madden & Finucane’s outstanding reputation and longstanding excellence across a range of practice areas.
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