DLA Piper Ireland LLP advises a broad client base, including banks, funds, private equity investors, and both public and private entities, on complex, high-value, and frequently cross-border banking and finance transactions. Conor Houlihan leads the group, which also includes Elizabeth Bradley.

A&L Goodbody LLP advises a broad client base, including corporates, sponsors, financial institutions, and funds, on all aspects of domestic and international financial transactions. The practice is led by Peter Murray, who has extensive experience advising financial institutions on matters such as recapitalisation programmes and M&A activity. Niamh McMahon is a key contact for both domestic and international clients, with expertise spanning acquisition, project and asset finance matters, as well as debt restructuring work.

Arthur Cox provides comprehensive advice across the full spectrum of banking and finance matters, including project finance, funds finance, and bank restructuring work. The team is led by David Molloy, who has specialist expertise in real estate and development finance matters, with a focus on senior and mezzanine structures. Kevin Lynch advises a diverse client base, including financial institutions, direct lenders, funds and corporates, while Ciara Buckley is particularly strong in real estate and energy finance mandates. Ed McDonagh concentrates on receivables financings, loan portfolio transactions and standard documentation for financial institutions, and Ben Rayner regularly advises institutional and private credit lenders on a range of transactions, particularly leveraged and acquisition finance work.

Mason Hayes & Curran Professional Services Ltd acts on matters relating to corporate lending, development financing, fund finance work, and loan portfolios. Heading the team is Neil Campbell, who advises financial institutions and private equity funds on a range of matters from acquisition finance work to corporate restructurings. Another notable name is Karol Fox, who offers guidance to financial institutions and borrowers on leveraged, acquisition, and commercial real estate finance matters. Micheál Grace advises clients on real estate finance work, tax-driven financing structures and restructurings.

Matheson LLP advises a broad client base, including major Irish banks, investment funds, and trading houses, on a wide range of lending, borrowing and finance-related transactions. The practice is led by Maireadh Dale, who has overseen significant deals spanning multiple sectors. Paul Carroll handles a broad spectrum of financing matters, with experience in syndicated and bilateral lending, leveraged acquisitions, and debt restructuring work. Lisa Tait is also a key figure in the team, regularly advising corporates, private equity sponsors, and financial institutions on both domestic and cross-border matters, including fund finance, acquisition and corporate finance, as well as property-related transactions.

McCann FitzGerald LLP delivers extensive regulatory advice to market participants, helping clients navigate the scope of regulation and determine when specific activities, products, or client relationships may trigger licensing obligations. The team is led by Stuart McCarron, who advises both borrowers and lenders on a broad range of financing matters, including acquisition and mezzanine financing, property finance, and syndicated lending issues. Philip Murphy has a strong focus on asset-based lending, sustainable finance, and cashflow lending work, as well as development finance matters. Eamon de Valera specialises in cross-border finance work, regularly acting for international clients on high-value transactions with an Irish dimension. Niall McDowell is also a key name, advising banks, non-bank lenders, sponsors and borrowers on secured and unsecured financing, with particular strength in real estate and development funding mandates.

William Fry LLP advises on a broad spectrum of financing matters, including real estate, corporate lending, fund and asset finance work, and restructurings. The team is headed by Padraic Kinsella, who has extensive experience across all forms of corporate debt, with particular strength in real estate finance, leveraged acquisition finance, and general corporate finance matters. Jason Hollis has significant expertise in cross-border lending and acts for both borrowers and lenders on a wide range of transactions, including corporate and acquisition financings. David O’Shea is also a key figure, known for his work in fund finance, lending, and real estate-related transactions.

Byrne Wallace Shields LLP has strong capabilities in sustainable finance, fund finance, credit servicing, and debt restructuring work. The team is led by Mark Kavanagh, who has considerable experience in the refinancing of debt portfolios, and regularly advises clients on the acquisition of individual loans and loan portfolios, secured against Irish assets, from both domestic and international lenders. Triona Ryan is another standout figure in the team, with significant experience advising domestic and international financial institutions on matters such as corporate debt facilities, real estate finance work, fund financings, and debt restructuring issues.

Dentons Ireland LLP advises on a wide range of financing matters, including acquisition finance, project finance, real estate investment, and restructuring mandates. The team is led by Peter O’Brien, whose practice centres on leveraged finance work but also spans asset and structured finance and project financing issues. Siobhan Carlin is another key figure, adding broad experience across finance matters, with particular expertise in real estate investment and development finance work.

Dillon Eustace advises both borrowers and lenders on a wide range of credit facilities, including term, revolving, and composite facilities arranged on a bilateral, club, or syndicated basis. The team also handles matters relating to security packages, credit support, and enforcement issues. Practice head Mark Thorne specialises in asset and structured finance transactions, as well as specific banking regulatory issues. Conor Keaveny is a key figure for his work on bilateral, club and syndicated financings, while Keith Robinson focuses on real estate, development, fund, and acquisition finance work, with experience across both bilateral and syndicated lending structures.

The banking and finance team at Maples Group acts as both lead and local counsel to a diverse range of domestic and international clients on new money lending, refinancings, and amendments across various sectors. The group's work spans real estate financings and acquisition finance issues, as well as restructurings and enforcements. The team is jointly led by Alma O’Sullivan, who advises borrowers and lenders on corporate and acquisition finance work, as well as broader banking matters; Sarah Francis, who has experience advising Irish and international banks on transactions involving corporates, ICAVs and partnerships; and Vanessa Lawlor, who has deep expertise in domestic and cross-border financings, including fund finance, refinancing and restructuring mandates.

RDJ LLP is recognised for its strong emphasis on corporate lending, particularly within the construction, technology, and hospitality sectors. The team is led by Cian Fenton, who specialises in acquisition and property finance work, development funding issues, and debt restructurings. Brian Quinn is active across a broad spectrum of domestic and international corporate finance matters, including leveraged acquisition finance, senior and mezzanine lending, and capital markets deals. Aisling Walsh is highly regarded for her work on restructurings and the sale and acquisition of distressed companies and assets; she regularly advises banking clients on enforcement strategies and workout solutions.

Walkers advises on fund finance, acquisition finance, commercial lending, and corporate finance mandates for a variety of clients. The team is jointly led by Andrew Traynor, who handles a wide range of complex cross-border finance, fund finance, structured finance, and derivatives transactions, and Noeleen Ruddy, who specialises in securitisations, CLOs, and debt offerings.

Addleshaw Goddard advises across the full spectrum of finance matters, with particular strength in real estate finance, corporate lending, and leveraged finance work. The practice is led by Ray Byrne, who acts for both lenders and borrowers on a wide array of transactions, including acquisition and development finance, sustainable finance, and fund financing matters. Also highly regarded is Padraig Leyden, whose experience spans real estate and development finance, particularly in the residential, student accommodation, and hotel sectors. The team recently saw the arrival of Piaras Power from Eversheds Sutherland.

Beauchamps LLP handles debt and equity investments, real estate finance and acquisition finance work, and mezzanine funding issues, and the team is led by Daniel Cashman, who regularly advises on the creation of loan origination structures in Ireland, loan portfolio sales and acquisitions, and complex finance deals across various sectors. Niall O’Brien is a key contact for secured lending and project finance matters, while Eoin Lee has significant expertise in negotiating settlement agreements tied to large-scale loan defaults. Darragh Blake joined the team from Eversheds Sutherland.

Eversheds Sutherland specialises in corporate lending, real estate finance, and asset finance mandates. Robert Potter-Cogan is noted for his advice on acquisition finance, bilateral and syndicated loans, and development finance. Steve Rodgers, Ann Kilbane and James Peters are also recommended.

Fieldfisher is active in residential development financing and corporate lending work, and the team is led by Paddy Smyth, who has strong expertise in secured lending and frequently represents lenders in asset-based finance transactions. Aaron McGarry advises a broad client base including banks, pension and investment funds, asset managers, and corporate borrowers across a wide range of financing matters, while Jamie Woodcock is noted for his work with developers, assisting with securing funding from financial institutions and venture capital sources for various construction and renewable energy projects.

Philip Lee LLP provides specialist advice across a wide range of financing areas, including acquisition finance, project and renewables finance and media finance mandates, and financial services regulations. The team is led by Louis Burke, who regularly advises both institutional and private clients on multi-jurisdictional corporate lending matters, with particular expertise in real estate and development finance work. Sean Forsyth is another key figure in the team, known for his work with financial institutions, non-bank lenders, and corporate borrowers across all aspects of commercial finance.

BHSM LLP incorporating OBH Partners is a full-service firm with expertise across bilateral and syndicated lending, bridging finance work, mezzanine lending, and insolvency-related matters. The team is jointly led by Conor Mac Nally, who advises on a broad spectrum of commercial lending, insolvency, enforcement, and cross-border transactions, and Giles Smyth, who has extensive experience advising on complex property acquisitions and disposals, including tax-structured deals, co-ownership arrangements, and syndicated property transactions.

Flynn O'Driscoll advises a wide range of clients, from public sector bodies and multinational corporations to owner-managed businesses operating both in Ireland and internationally. The team is led by Michael Hanley, who primarily acts for PLCs, midcaps, and high-net-worth individuals on domestic and cross-border transactions involving commercial property, development, and PRS finance elements. Danny Heffernan is also a key figure in the team, with particular expertise in commercial real estate finance matters, covering both investment and construction issues, and has advised on numerous development projects.

Hayes Solicitors LLP offers advisory services to both lenders and borrowers across a range of sectors, including the construction, automotive, and healthcare spaces. The practice is led by Tim Waghorn, who advises on the structuring and execution of a wide variety of financing transactions, such as corporate debt facilities, property acquisitions, and bridging finance arrangements.

Holmes O’Malley Sexton LLP advises a broad client base, including institutional, state and semi-state bodies, corporates, and private clients, on a variety of banking and finance matters, including refinancings, restructurings, and ongoing facility management work. The team also handles property-related issues tied to security arrangements, and regularly advises on the appointment of receivers and liquidators. The practice is led by Lisa Killeen, who has strong expertise in both commercial property and insolvency law.

Ogier has significant expertise in advising on international debt financing transactions, covering areas such as fund finance, real estate finance, and crypto finance. The team is led by Laura Holtham, who has acted as lead counsel on high-profile deals across structured financings, fund finance work, and cross-border lending. Richard Kelly is another key figure, known for his broad experience across the full range of banking and finance matters in Ireland, including complex lending arrangements and structured finance transactions.

Pinsent Masons LLP has strong capabilities across syndicated lending, real estate finance, and asset-based lending mandates, and the team frequently advises on complex cross-border, multi-bank transactions, both secured and unsecured. Practice head Ann Lalor has deep experience acting for Irish and global banks, financial institutions, private lenders, and corporate borrowers on finance and restructuring matters. Also highly regarded is Lisa Matthews, who advises on a wide range of lending transactions, including bilateral and syndicated loans, invoice discounting, and property finance issues, acting for both large corporates and SMEs.

Taylor Wessing is active in structuring complex financing arrangements, fund finance, and advising new entrants into the Irish commercial real estate market on both the lending and investment sides. The team is led by Libby Garvey, who advises a broad range of Irish and international banks on a variety of debt-related matters, including bilateral and syndicated corporate facilities, leveraged acquisition financings, and loan portfolio sales and investments. Andrew Glynn is another key figure, regularly acting for financial institutions, investment funds, and developers on commercial real estate and development finance deals.