Louise Byrne LL.B. (Hons)

Introduction

One of the leading litigation practitioners on the Isle of Man, Louise has acted in a number of major civil and criminal trials over the last 20 years. Louise is particularly known for complex, high net worth financial relief divorce cases, which she combines with running the firm.

Qualifications

Called to the Manx Bar (1988)
Admitted as Notary Public (1993)
Admitted as a Solicitor (England & Wales) (1999)*

Practice areas

Civil & commercial litigation
Criminal litigation
Family & divorce
Private client

Memberships

Isle of Man Law Society (former member of Council, and various committees)
Past & present member of numerous Isle of Man Government bodies and tribunals

Additional information

Member and chair of local charities

Reported cases

MacLeod v MacLeod [2008] UKPC 64 (Privy Council) (divorce & financial relief)
Devo v R (2DS / 2007) (Staff of Government Division) (trade marks)
Cook v Norlands [2001] UKPC 52 (Privy Council) (contract)
Todd v R (1993-95) MLR 330 (Staff of Government Division) (importation of controlled drugs)