Mr Brian Quigley > McCann FitzGerald LLP > Dublin, Ireland > Lawyer Profile

McCann FitzGerald LLP has an illustrious client base of top insurers and reinsurers, which it frequently advises on transactions, regulatory matters and disputes. It remains closely involved in business interruption claims, along with coverage disputes and insurance administration. The firm has further developed its reputation in ESG-related issues, financial sanctions, outsourcing and bulk annuity buyout transactions. Portfolio transactions are another large source of engagements for the firm. Darragh Murphy is leading figure in insurance regulatory matters and Brian Quigley stands out for his expertise in insurance disputes. Catherine Derrig is rated for healthcare disputes and professional negligence, while Helen Kilroy is a senior practitioner with an extensive record in professional negligence. Stephen Fuller is a key name for insurance transactions. The team’s partnership ranks were expanded with the promotion of Clare Gillett, Conor Cunningham and Gerard Sadlier.

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.