Barbara Creed

Barbara leads the Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution team. Barbara has in excess of 20 years post qualification experience in commercial disputes.  Barbara has recently advised:

  • A company owned by hundreds of shareholders from across Ireland in a significant, successful dispute with former directors.

  • Shareholders in a successful application seeking Leave to bring a derivative action and a Wallersteiner Order.

  • A major house building company in successfully resolving a complex land dispute.

  • Successfully concluding a product liability dispute.

  • In complex landlord and tenant disputes.

  • Several clients in bringing significant professional and medical negligence actions.

Barbara is known for her highly commercial, down-to-earth approach, having successfully managed some of Northern Ireland’s most complex and novel cases.  She has a proven track record of obtaining excellent results in complicated disputes.  She is dual-qualified to practise in Northern Ireland and England and Wales, and holds a certificate in Advanced Advocacy.


What Our Clients Say

"We really enjoy working with Barbara Creed. Her calm demeanour and expert knowledge are assets we continue to value." - Chambers & Partners 2026

"Barbara is very easy to work with. Her communication style is open and collaborative. She works hard to achieve good outcomes for her clients. Importantly, she is honest.” - Chambers & Partners 2026

“Barbara Creed is personable, very experienced and gives accurate advice that is easily understood and is always practical.” - Legal 500

Contact Details

Email: barbara.creed@davidsonmcdonnell.com
Direct Dial: 028 9099 9593