Gary Adair

Gary is a Partner at Carson McDowell, in the firm’s Insolvency & Restructuring and Debt Recovery teams. Gary joined the firm in 2024 having spent 17 years working for another NI law firm where he became partner in 2014.

With a proven track record of advising creditors, banks, financial institutions, insolvency practitioners, and receivers Gary is a trusted expert in navigating complex insolvency cases and recovery challenges.

Gary’s practice is centred on delivering strategic, commercially focused solutions to his clients. Gary is adept at balancing legal precision with practical outcomes, ensuring his clients’ interests are protected while maximising recovery.

Gary is one of Northern Ireland’s leading experts in respect of banking litigation and secured recovery actions. He is known particularly for his work advising banks and receivers in the enforcement of mortgages, guarantees, fraud cases and regulatory challenges. Gary is also known for his expertise in commercial debt recovery.

Gary's deep understanding of the financial sector, combined with his expertise in insolvency law, positions him as a sought-after advisor for clients facing challenging economic circumstances.

Gary is a qualified solicitor advocate and has appeared on behalf of clients at all Court tiers in Northern Ireland.