Coleman Legal LLP

30/03/2026

The Health Service Executive has opened a new portal to review CAMHS files but many people in Kerry were previously left out.

Keith Rolls, solicitor at Coleman Legal LLP, explains how their team has already helped dozens of individuals secure apologies and access compensation.

23/12/2025

A national review is underway into unnecessary hip surgery on children in Ireland. Many families are now seeking clarity around whether surgery was needed, how decisions were made, and what this means for their child’s future.

In this video, Keith Rolls, Partner at Coleman Legal LLP, explains the latest developments and what families should know.

If your child underwent hip surgery and you have concerns, confidential legal advice is available.

09/12/2025

Our senior Solicitor Steven Whelan explains what the Defence Forces Tribunal (DFT) is. A statutory inquiry established to examine how complaints of abuse were handled in the Defence Forces and whether a culture existed that discouraged reporting.

Many serving members, veterans and civilian staff are engaging with the Tribunal, which has issued clear definitions of “abuse” and guidance on how statements will be assessed.

Watch this short explainer to learn:
What the purpose of the Tribunal is
What counts as a complaint of abuse
Who can get involved

Read more: https://colemanlegalpartners.ie/defence-forces-tribunal/

24/10/2025

Our senior Solicitor Steven Whelan explains what an Assessment of Need (AON) is — a legal process under the Disability Act 2005 that identifies a child’s health and educational needs arising from a disability.

Families across Ireland continue to face long delays, but the law sets clear timeframes and rights.

Watch this short explainer to learn:
⚖ Who can apply
📅 How long it should take
📋 What to do if there are delays

Read more: https://colemanlegalpartners.ie/assessment-of-needs/

23/10/2025

Our Senior Solicitor, Steven Whelan, explains the Assessment of Need process under the Disability Act 2005.

This short video outlines what the law says about time limits, the HSE’s obligations, and what families can expect from an AON.

This content is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice.

17/10/2025

proudly represents survivors of sexual abuse perpetrated by members of Irish Religious Orders across both Ireland and Africa.

The firm continues its work in supporting victims and survivors in seeking justice and accountability for the abuse they suffered while under the care of these institutions.

Coleman Legal remains committed to advocating for survivors’ rights, providing trauma-informed legal representation, and ensuring that those responsible are held to account.

13/10/2025

Thousands of children in Ireland are still waiting for their Disability Assessment, some for more than two years.

Our solicitor, Steven Whelan, spoke on Ireland AM about the serious impact of these delays and the limited legal routes available to families under the Disability Act 2005.

Families don’t want to take legal action they are being forced to, simply to secure timely support and intervention for their children.

Video credit: Ireland AM (Virgin Media Television)
Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4SVj0YegCU

10/10/2025

09/10/2025

Daragh joined Coleman Legal in June 2025 as a Legal Executive on the Multi-Party Action Team. A Law and Business graduate from Maynooth University, Daragh supports the team in managing large-scale litigation and group actions, assisting clients in navigating complex legal matters with professionalism and attention to detail.

07/10/2025

Our Partner Keith Rolls, who represents numerous families affected by the North Kerry CAMHS Review, has called for a full review of all case files in light of the significant number of apologies issued so far.

Of the more than 300 files examined to date, approximately 50% have resulted in apologies, raising serious questions about the scope and transparency of the current process.

📰 Read the full article: https://www.independent.ie/regionals/kerry/north-west-kerry-news/will-north-kerry-camhs-review-ever-be-published/a1615593493.html