Carson McDowell Private Client Team Maintains Band 1 Ranking in Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2025
Carson McDowell is proud to announce that its Private Client team has once again been awarded a Band 1 ranking in the prestigious Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2025, reaffirming its position as a leading adviser to individuals on personal legal matters in Northern Ireland.
The High Net Worth (HNW) guide, published following in-depth research and analysis of lawyers and clients, provides a comprehensive view of the private wealth legal marketplace, ranking lawyers and law firms. Those ranked in the guide understand the complex needs of HNW individuals and provide specialist advice and legal services. Carson McDowell's continued recognition highlights the team’s deep expertise in estate planning, trusts, tax, and succession matters, as well as its reputation for client service, discretion, and attention to detail.
Clients have said:
“There is a good depth of knowledge within the Carson McDowell team. It has a number of solicitors that can be relied upon for advice at any given time."
"Carson McDowell has excellent knowledge and a strong track record of delivering superior advice."
"Carson McDowell has extremely strong knowledge and wisdom in relation to estate and will planning. It is able to provide holistic advice that makes commercial sense for clients."
"Carson McDowell has a fantastic team. Its wealth of experience is second to none."
The Private Client team is led by Neil Bleakley, who is also individually ranked Band 1 in the guide for his outstanding work in advising individuals, families, and their advisers on complex private wealth matters. Chambers describes Neil's experience as a “second to none” with another client noting his “excellent technical knowledge with a very personal approach.”
Commenting on his team’s success, Neil Bleakley said:
“We are delighted to retain our Band 1 status in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide. This recognition is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our entire team, as well as the trust placed in us by our clients. We wish to thank those clients for taking the time to participate in the research and provide such positive feedback and testimonials. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of service and integrity in everything we do.”
In addition to the teams ranking, Associate Naomi Lamont remains regarded as an "Associate to watch". Naomi Lamont advises on all aspects of private wealth law, including estate planning and trust administration matters, with one client commenting, “Naomi is an extremely knowledgeable and competent lawyer”, and another noting, “Naomi’s professionalism, knowledge and expertise instils confidence when speaking with her. She is a great asset to her team”.
Carson McDowell is headquartered in Belfast with offices in Dublin and is renowned for having more experts working across more specialist areas than any other Northern Ireland law firm. The Private Client team at Carson McDowell can advise you on your personal legal affairs. If you have a query about our legal services or want to learn more, please visit our Private Client webpage for further information and contact details.
