Madalena Houlihan

Madalena Houlihan is a legal professional with extensive experience in various sectors, currently serving as Senior Legal Counsel at Laing O'Rourke since July 2024. Previously, Madalena held the position of Senior Associate - Disputes at Bracewell LLP from November 2021 to July 2024, and worked at CMS UK from January 2016 to October 2021 as an Associate Lawyer specializing in Infrastructure, Construction, and Energy Disputes. Beginning a legal career as a Trainee Solicitor at CMS UK, Madalena completed multiple seats in diverse areas, including Infrastructure and Project Finance, Energy during a secondment in Rio de Janeiro, and Tax. Additional experience includes serving as a University Law Manager at High Fliers Research Limited and raising funds as a Telethon Fundraiser for the University of Exeter. Madalena's academic background includes a Bachelor's Degree in Law from the University of Exeter, and a Master's Degree in International Legal Practice from The University of Law.