A new corporate law firm, Daly McCormick, has launched with a presence in Mid Ulster and Belfast, aiming to bring a more commercially aligned approach to legal advisory services.
Founded by Claire Daly and Caoimhe McCormick, the firm is focused on integrating legal advice earlier in the decision-making process, particularly in transactions and business structuring.
“Too often, lawyers are brought in at the end of a process, when key decisions have already been made,” said Daly. “Our approach is to be involved earlier, when those decisions are still being shaped.”
Daly McCormick will specialise exclusively in corporate and commercial advisory work, including transactions, restructures, governance, commercial agreements, employee incentives and succession planning.
Both founders previously worked in-house within a leading accountancy environment, experience they say informs a more practical, joined-up approach to advising clients.
“You’re much closer to how businesses and advisers operate day to day,” said McCormick. “Legal advice needs to fit within that environment, alongside tax and commercial considerations.”
The firm also intends to work closely with accountants, tax advisers and other solicitors as part of the wider advisory ecosystem.
“The best outcomes for clients come when advisers collaborate,” McCormick added. “We see ourselves as supporting that.”
Alongside its advisory focus, Daly McCormick is placing emphasis on accessibility and responsiveness, reflecting evolving client expectations.
“Clients want clarity and they want it quickly,” Daly said.
The firm’s Mid Ulster base reflects continued business growth outside Belfast, while maintaining a regional presence.