‘Robert Cain – we often call on Rob to provide a perspective on a complex situation and come away from the call either reassured or with a set of pragmatic steps that we can move forward with. He understands his clients and how global companies are organised and provides advice that can be readily actioned without needing a layer of translation for internal non-legal stakeholders.’

‘ Ian Duffy has been an invaluable resource and support as we work through DORA and DORA implementation providing pragmatic and informed advice at every turn.’

‘We have worked with Ian Duffy and his team especially on our preparations for DORA. We have found him to be an excellent advisor – responsive, calm, considered and knowledgeable.’

‘Their FS team is excellent and provides market leading advice, we can always trust them to look after our clients with top tier service.’

‘Rowenna Fitzgerald and Sarah Cloonan are user friendly, responsive and provide clear and pragmatic advice.’

‘The team are very considered in the advice they provide, knowing what questions to ask while taking instructions and tailoring their advice to best meet our needs while always clearly and succinctly indicating risks and potential mitigants.’

‘Rowena Fitzgerald’s advice and guidance is invaluable. She is a trusted advisor to our firm and the support and advice Rowena provides is consistently excellent, to the point and measured.’

‘Sarah Cloonan has been instrumental in helping us meet our regulatory legal obligations and we particularly appreciate her warmth and positive approach in navigating complex FinTech regulatory issues.’

‘I find each and every lawyer I have dealt with is extremely knowledgeable. The company is very diverse having skill set and expertise in every area. The stay on top of change and will bring changes to our attention if they are aware it may impact our business or was a topic they researched for us in the past.’

‘Each individual has been friendly and easy to speak to and can relay their response at a level that everyone can understand.’

‘They are friendly, feel part of our family and very knowledgeable. They genuinely show interest in our issues and give unbiased feedback.’

‘Matheson’s Fintech team is a young, hungry, enthusiastic group of lawyers who are always willing to go the extra mile. They work efficiently on tight deadlines, and are always highly communicative throughout any engagement.’

‘They staffed matters appropriately, such that partners were not doing work that’s more appropriate for associates; an issue I have encountered at other law firms.’

‘Ian O’Mara provides expert advice and always goes the extra mile. He is extremely attentive to detail, and is very interested in building strong client relationships. His instincts and awareness of current industry developments are top notch.’

‘Matheson have had a market leading payments practice for many years.’

‘Joe Beashel has consistently held the position as the leading payments lawyer in the Irish market for a number of years and his judgement in relation to engagements with the Central Bank of Ireland is second to none.’

‘It’s good to see this practice grow from within the Matheson firm.’

‘Excellent partners leading the team and strong industry knowledge across the team based on having so many clients within our sector.’

‘Joe Beashel and Ian O’Mara have deep industry knowledge and provide excellent pragmatic advice and have deep strategic insight.’

‘The team that we dealt with, during and after the acquisition of our Irish license, are a true asset of the firm.’

‘They are hands on, articulate and have the ability to help navigate their clients in an efficient manner. Josh Hogan and James Fitzgerald are names worth mentioning.’ 

‘You feel immediately comfortable with McCann Fitzgerald as it is down to earth.’

‘Clearly have experience and expertise in their respective fields and are very responsive.’ 

‘James Fitzgerald (senior associate) handled the bulk of communications. He was very responsive and very knowledgeable.’

‘Josh Hogan (partner) has clearly got vast experience in this area in Ireland and it was of great comfort to me and my client when handling the change in control application with the Central Bank of Ireland.’

‘Collaborating with a firm like McCanns offers the company access to extensive expertise across various legal domains. This includes the stringent compliance requirements of Fintech, general business law, and support with fundraising efforts.’

‘For small teams like us the fact that MCF was able to introduce a single point of contact that can navigate across all the teams and come up with responses was amazing.’

‘John O’Connor is a standout individual on blockchain issues.’

‘Máire O’Neill goes above and beyond to provide an exceptional service to clients. I have found that Máire has an ability to break down issues and provide succinct advice which you are comfortable relying on.’ 

‘What sets this team apart is their ability to provide detailed, sound advice that is specifically tailored to the nuances of the Fintech sector. Their comprehensive knowledge of the intricate regulatory landscape allows them to offer valuable insights that are both strategic and compliant.’

‘Shane Kelleher, John O’Connor, and Louise McNabola are exceptional lawyers who truly stand out in the Fintech industry. Their deep wells of knowledge in both legal and regulatory matters within the Fintech space make them invaluable to their clients. What sets them apart is their ability to not only understand the complexities of the industry but to provide sound, practical, and detailed advice that is both pragmatic and actionable.’

‘William Fry have a depth experience and breadth of expertise that is unrivalled in the Irish market and provide a full end-to-end regulatory advisory service. Specifically in relation to regulatory authorizations and licences the firm helps client firms to understand the complexity of regulatory and legal requirements as well as regulators expectations. This helps their firms achieve trust with the regulator, speed to market and long term value.’ 

‘Louise McNabola (Partner) – Louise recently provided end-to-end support on a VASP submission for my firm to the Central Bank of Ireland and is now assisting in the MiCA application. Louise understands the regulatory burden on clients and helps firms to understand their compliance obligations and how rules should be applied. Shane provides a first-class client focused service; addressing our specific needs rather than applying “one size fits all” solutions.’

‘William Fry’s team is fantastic. We have relatively recently become a client of theirs and in short – they deliver. They understand not just the relevant law but have really ‘got a grip’ of our business, its key drivers and very able to convert all of that into deliverable commercial outcomes.’

‘Shane Kelleher, Louise McNabola and Máire O’Neill are a team that go the extra mile to achieve deadlines, ensure that we understand their advice and worked with us to achieve a welcomed outcome despite other external factors hindering pace.’ 

‘We regularly work with a wide network of local counsel around the world in connection with multi-jurisdictional surveys of securities law for our U.S. broker-dealer clients. This firm has been exceptional in every respect, and I recommend them without reservation.’

‘Expertise on payments and has a good idea of how regulators view complex regulatory issues.’

‘Louise Hogan is responsive.’ 

‘Patrick Brandt and Louise Hogan are knowledgeable and thoughtful, as well as being pragmatic. Louise is great on fintech advice!’ 

‘Dario Dagostino – has great industry knowledge and provides very considered regulatory advice.’

‘The firm has understanding of our complex industry and its nuances and a strong, diverse team who can offer commercial, pragmatic advice.’

‘Louise Hogan and Christopher Jessup are great at always giving timely and fulsome support.’

‘David Naughton, Narita Woods and Mina Dawood are knowledgeable, practical and a pleasure to work with.’

‘Exceptional client service, rapid response times on critical projects and regulatory engagements. Professional and personal touch!’

‘Shane Martin and Niall Esler personify professionalism and expertise in their approach. I highly recommend both.’

‘Walkers have a deep, well-resourced team who can deliver excellent advice and client services at all levels of seniority.’

‘We work primarily with Niall Esler who has a deep knowledge of the regulatory landscape and applies a superb commercial and practical focus.’