Ms Audrey Byrne > McCann FitzGerald LLP > Dublin, Ireland > Lawyer Profile

Entrusted by significant publishing, broadcasting, TV and film production, internet, betting, and gaming clients, McCann FitzGerald LLP’s key strength lies in handling a broad spectrum of contentious and non-contentious matters for domestic and international clients. Key areas of expertise for the practice include privacy and defamation cases, joint ventures, licensing, advertising, broadcasting, and audio-visual media services matters. Audrey Byrne leads the practice, bringing extensive expertise in managing digital media disputes and addressing contentious issues impacting online platforms. Betting and gaming group head Alan Heuston is a key contact for online betting, gaming, and lottery companies.

‘A go-to firm in Dublin’, McCann FitzGerald LLP’s white-collar crime team is a trusted advisor for regulatory and business crime matters, with particular expertise in cross-border fraud and asset tracing. The team represents private companies and regulators, offering a comprehensive service that spans regulatory investigations, enforcement actions, and litigation. The team is led by Megan Hooper, who has notable experience in regulatory and criminal investigations, and co-head Audrey Byrne, who focuses on fraud-related investigations. Michael Coonan is another key member of the team.

McCann FitzGerald LLP has one of the largest teams in the market with an exceptional record in big-ticket disputes and investigations. It has a fine reputation for public law cases, judicial review and statutory appeals, and is at the forefront of ADR. The firm has developed additional niches in rating valuation appeals and is known for its expertise in regulated sectors. Helen Kilroy is a leading figure in commercial litigation, including shareholder disputes and insurance cases. Rosaleen Byrne stands out for expertise in regulatory matters and Catherine Derrig remains noted for competition cases, including follow-on damages actions. Michael Coonan , Ciara Ryan and Brian Quigley are also key partners, along with Audrey Byrne who is rated for fraud and asset recovery cases. Amy Brick and Bébhinn Bollard are emerging talents.