Conor Donaghy
618 / 9 Studio Drive Eastgardens, Sydney,NSW
Summary
Dynamic solicitor with a strong background in managing diverse legal caseloads. Expertise in client relationship management and effective communication, ensuring favorable outcomes in court while maintaining high compliance standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Solicitor
Campbell & Haughey Solicitors Ltd
Northern Ireland
06.2023 - 07.2025
- Represented clients in the Crown Court, successfully running multiple criminal trials, and securing favorable verdicts in complex cases.
- Appeared in court on behalf of clients to present evidence and arguments for their case.
- Settled several High Court litigation cases, including personal injury, hire & damage and contractual disputes.
- Advised clients on strategies for resolving disputes without resorting to court action where possible.
- Managed a broad caseload, including criminal law, civil litigation, and family law matters.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of procedural rules applicable to different types of cases. Drafted legal documents, such as pleadings, submissions, and witness statements.
- Conducted client consultations, case strategy meetings, and liaised with barristers and expert witnesses.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues within the firm as well as external contacts such as barristers and solicitors from other firms.
- Assisted junior members of staff with developing their skills related to legal practice.
- Maintained high standards of compliance and ethics in line with regulatory requirements.
- Gathered public records and interviewed witnesses relevant to cases.
Trainee Solicitor
Campbell & Haughey Solicitors Ltd
Northern Ireland
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Assisted senior solicitors in litigation, client care, and court preparation.
- Attended court hearings and gained first-hand exposure to both criminal and civil procedures.
- Drafted legal documents under supervision, and conducted legal research.
- Coordinated with barristers to ensure accuracy in submissions made to the court.
- Rotated through departments to gain comprehensive legal training across key practice areas.
- Ensured compliance with professional standards established by the Law Society.
- Attended client meetings and conferences with barristers and other solicitors.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Legal Studies - Legal Studies
Queen's University Belfast
Belfast Northern Ireland06-2023
Bachelor of Laws - Law
Ulster University
Derry, Northern Ireland06-2021
Skills
- Legal research
- Litigation strategy
- Document drafting
- Case management
- Client relationship management
- Dispute resolution
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving capacity
Affiliations
- A keen marathon runner and regular gym-goer, I thrive on discipline and goal-setting, both in and out of work.
- I am also a lifelong Manchester United supporter and would try to attend a match at least once a season and follow their progress and news.
- I also have a keen interest in the cinema and going to see the latest movies released each month.
Accomplishments
- I co-organised a fundraiser in my last workplace, Campbell & Haughey Solicitors Ltd, for a suicide prevention charity in Northern Ireland named PIPS. I ran the Belfast Marathon along with co-workers and family members, who either partook in the full marathon, the relay or the 8 mile walk. We raised over $15,000.00.
- I had previously took part in Movember in 2022 and raised over $1000.00 for charity.
- In 2020, a fellow student and I raised over $500 for the NHS in Northern Ireland during the COVID-19 outbreak. We created custom jerseys which showed support for the NHS.
Certification
- Driver's license, which I have held since May 2017
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Solicitor
Campbell & Haughey Solicitors Ltd
06.2023 - 07.2025
Trainee Solicitor
Campbell & Haughey Solicitors Ltd
06.2021 - 06.2023
Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Legal Studies - Legal Studies
Queen's University Belfast
Bachelor of Laws - Law
Ulster University
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