A&L Goodbody LLP advises on a variety of securitisation structures, including those involving non-performing loan portfolios, as well as securitisations used to finance loan portfolio acquisitions. The practice is co-led by Peter Walker, whose wide-ranging expertise spans debt capital markets, financing, and regulatory issues, and Paul White, who frequently advises on corporate governance and compliance matters. Michelle Daly has strong experience in RMBS and CMBS transactions, while Sinéad O’Connor has advised across numerous asset classes, including consumer loans, auto loans, and trade receivables. Neal Breslin focuses on structured finance, securitisation, and debt capital markets work. Also key to the team are Jennie Quirke, who works across corporate and commercial law with experience in M&A and restructurings; Eoin Shiel, who is experienced in private equity transactions and shareholder arrangements; and financial crisis specialist Ciarán Rogers.

Arthur Cox offers comprehensive expertise across portfolio acquisitions, EMTN programmes, IPOs, and share listings. The practice is co-led by Phil Cody, who advises on a wide range of debt instruments, including corporate bonds, high-yield products, and retention financings; and Cian McCourt, who handles major public and private transactions with a focus on equity capital markets and corporate finance work. Aiden Small has strong experience in securitisations, structured finance, and private funds issues. Peter Murphy regularly advises banks on significant risk transfer deals, structured finance work, and regulatory capital transactions, and Maura McLaughlin excels in ECM mandates. David Vos is frequently involved in IPOs and capital raising matters, while Sinead Crowley is another key figure noted for her broad work in this space.

Matheson LLP advises across a wide range of debt capital markets and financing matters, including public and private bond issuances, and bank capital structures, as well as the structuring of bonds, warrants, and EMTN programmes. The team is jointly led by Maireadh Dale and Turlough Galvin, with Galvin bringing particular expertise in structured finance work, securitisations, and derivatives. Christian Donagh is highly experienced in the debt capital markets space, frequently advising on ETC programmes established across Europe. Micheál Buckley also plays a key role, offering guidance on structured finance and debt capital markets transactions with a connection to Irish law.

McCann FitzGerald LLP has a strong track record in advising on bond issuances, EMTN programmes, structured products, and securitisation transactions. The team is led by Fergus Gillen, who acts for a broad client base that includes Irish and international financial institutions, corporates, and state-owned entities; and Stephen FitzSimons, who has a specialist focus on the intersection of Irish and US securities law, as well as shareholder activism issues. Gill Lohan is a key name for equity capital markets work, particularly in relation to IPOs, rights issuances, placings, and open offers. Sarah Pickering is frequently involved in securitisations and structured finance transactions.

Maples Group advises on a broad range of debt issuances, securitisations, and structured products, spanning multiple asset classes and jurisdictions. The practice is led by Stephen McLoughlin, who has deep expertise in structured finance issues and derivatives, with particular focus on CLOs, ETC programmes, and structured products. Callaghan Kennedy is also a key figure, recognised for his work on Irish asset securitisation and acquisition finance mandates. Una Killeen stands out for her advice on the restructuring and implementation of a range of debt capital markets and structured finance transactions.

Mason Hayes & Curran Professional Services Ltd offers comprehensive advice on all aspects of listed and unlisted, secured and unsecured debt securities. The team is co-led by Justin McKenna, who has substantial experience in corporate law, particularly in relation to equity and debt offerings by both Irish and international issuers, and Daragh O’Shea, whose practice includes public offerings and private placements of debt securities across various structures. Anne Harkin is a notable figure in the team, frequently advising listed and unlisted corporates as well as financial advisers on public company transactions and governance matters.

Walkers advises across areas including litigation funding, bonds, and insurance-linked securities. The practice is jointly led by Andrew Traynor, who focuses on structured finance and securitisation transactions in Ireland and across Europe, and Noeleen Ruddy, who specialises in complex catastrophe bonds, insurance-linked securities, and other securitisation deals. Paddy Rath plays a key role in the team, with particular involvement in CLOs, SME loan securitisations, and non-performing loan transactions.

William Fry LLP handles the full spectrum of public and private debt issuances, both in Ireland and internationally, acting for Irish and global issuers, financial institutions, and rating agencies. The team is co-led by Mark Talbot, who advises on a broad range of equity capital markets matters such as IPOs, block trades, tender offers, and share buybacks; and David Maughan, whose expertise spans repackaging programmes, securitisations, and high-yield and corporate bonds, as well as distressed asset financing across various asset classes. Myra Garrett is recommended for advising technology companies on equity-related matters.

Byrne Wallace Shields LLP advises on life settlement portfolios, loan receivables, and asset-backed securities. The team is led by David Naughton, who has extensive experience in structuring investment management firms, and private equity and hybrid funds, as well as funds of funds, in addition to negotiating and structuring seed and strategic investments.

Dillon Eustace offers specialist advice on securities law, company law, taxation, and stock exchange listings, with a strong emphasis on private debt issuances. The team is led by Mark Thorne, who focuses on structured finance work, advising on both domestic and cross-border securitisations, asset and structured finance repackagings, and a range of capital markets matters. Conor Keaveny is also a key figure, particularly noted for his expertise in advising on the EU financial sanctions regime.

DLA Piper Ireland LLP advises on a range of structured finance, securitisation, and notes issuance matters. The practice is led by Conor Houlihan, who has significant expertise in the non-performing loans space, regularly acting for sellers, buyers, and financiers on the acquisition, financing, and management of NPL portfolios within the Irish market.

Ogier has a strong focus on structured finance and securitisation work, advising on RMBS, trade receivables, auto loans, and broader ABS structures. The team is led by Richard Kelly, who has broad expertise spanning structured finance, capital markets, and derivatives matters across the Irish market. Laura Blaney is also a key name, regularly advising on a wide range of transactions, including real estate and fund finance mandates, as well as corporate restructurings.