Michelle Duggan Legal Executive Coleman Legal LLP

Michelle Duggan

Legal Executive

Co. Dublin

Bio & Credentials

About

Michelle is a Legal Executive at Coleman Legal LLP with 15 years of experience, mainly dealing with historical sexual abuse cases, medical negligence, dental negligence and workplace injury cases.

Experience

Michelle Duggan has 15 years of experience in various areas of law, with an interest specifically in historical sexual abuse cases and medical negligence.

Education

Michelle holds a Diploma in Legal Studies and a Diploma in Family Law.

Areas of Specialisation

Recent Work

The Scoping Inquiry report revealed 590 allegations of sexual abuse in special schools, disproportionately affecting vulnerable children. The abuse spanned 17 special schools, with over 190 abusers implicated. Institutions like Lota and Holy Family School were key sites of abuse. Survivors of abuse in special schools are encouraged to seek confidential support.

The Scoping Inquiry has revealed close to 2,400 allegations of historical sexual abuse in religious-run schools across Ireland. The report, detailing the abuse inflicted on thousands of children, calls for a full Commission of Investigation and urges the government to consider financial redress for survivors.

The Department of Education has launched an inquiry, led by Mary O’Toole SC, to investigate historical sexual abuse in religious-run schools, emphasizing survivor testimonies and safeguarding practices.