Chris Ross
- Email: chris_ross@jmckee.co.uk
Chris joined John McKee & Son in 1998 and became a partner in the firm in 2003.
Having qualified in England, Chris holds an English Practising Certificate and can therefore represent clients involved in disputes in England as well as Northern Ireland. Before returning to Belfast, he worked in Liverpool for Weightmans, one of the most respected defence insurance practices in England.
While Chris’ main aim is to help clients avoid disputes where possible, he adopts a proactive approach when disputes do arise. He is skilled in running all forms of dispute resolution including litigation, arbitration and adjudication.
Chris acts for a number of large commercial clients in the construction, transport, finance, ICT and insurance industries.
He recently advised a leading construction company in relation to tower crane and scaffolding licences, advising specifically on issues arising out of the oversailing of the client’s tower cranes over neighbouring premises.
Chris acted for a large Australian winery in relation to a dispute over a distribution agreement involving a local distributor. During the course of the case, he worked closely with the client’s legal team in Australia.
He also recently advised a transport Company based in the Republic of Ireland in relation to a dispute with one of its customers in Northern Ireland. The dispute centred around the sale of trade secrets by a former senior manager and required a detailed analysis of both the Data Protection and Freedom of Information legislation.
Chris is a former Chairman of the Belfast Solicitors’ Association and has recently joined John McKee & Son as a new member of the Business in the Community Forum. By involving the firm in this Forum, he hopes to encourage greater social awareness and help reduce the Firm’s carbon footprint.
Away from the office Chris enjoys spending his free time in Portstewart with his young family, where he also enjoys running and surfing (or trying to surf!).
