Fergal Mullins is a partner in the Healthcare team at Hayes solicitors. He primarily advises clinical practitioners, hospitals and indemnity bodies on the defence of clinical negligence claims. He also acts as an advocate before the Coroner’s Court and advises clinicians on regulatory matters including acting on their behalf in respect of Medical & Dental Council investigations. Prior to joining Hayes, Fergal worked in a London firm in the area of clinical negligence, having trained and worked post qualification in a large Dublin firm in the same area.
Fergal has recent experience co-ordinating the successful defence of a doctor at a lengthy High Court medical negligence trial.
Fergal deals with a broad spectrum of medical and dental scenarios, including orthopaedic & gynaecological injuries and periodontal disease. These clinical negligence claims involve detailed liability and quantum investigation and analysis.
Fergal also acts for hospitals and medical practitioners at Coroners’ Inquests.
Tutor on Law Society of Ireland’s Professional Practice Courses in Advanced Healthcare Law & Dispute Resolution.
FLAC Volunteer Lawyer since 2019.
Fluent French Speaker.