Mr Martin Kelleher > Mason Hayes & Curran LLP > Dublin, Ireland > Lawyer Profile

Mason Hayes & Curran LLP has demonstrated a wide-ranging commitment to the healthcare and life sciences sectors, covering key areas such as medical litigation, intellectual property (IP) matters, corporate transactions, regulatory issues and product liability. The healthcare litigation team handles a significant volume of high-value clinical negligence claims. It continues to act for the Clinical Indemnity Scheme of the State Claims Agency and frequently handles cases before the fast-track Cervical Check Tribunal. In life sciences, the firm regularly advises clients on venture capital fundraisings and M&A transactions, while in healthcare it also often advises on M&A transactions and development projects in the nursing home sector. Life sciences regulatory and product liability matters remain central to the practice. Kevin Power is an experienced figure in catastrophic injury claims and cervical screening cases. Michaela Herron leads the life sciences team and has a focus on regulatory compliance, product safety and product liability. Gemma Coady and Keelin Cowhey frequently handle cases for the State Claims Agency. Ciara Deasy is another medical defence specialist. Martin Kelleher heads the corporate team and has an excellent record in life sciences transactions.

Mason Hayes & Curran LLP has continue to make its mark in high-value cross-border M&A and private equity investments, while maintaining its presence in domestic and mid-cap transactions. The firm has close links to fast-growth global companies and has a fine record in the energy, technology, healthcare and life sciences, and built environment sectors. It remains noted for advising US and other global companies on their acquisitions and investments in Ireland. David O’Donnell is hugely experienced, while public M&A expert Justin McKenna and head of corporate Martin Kelleher are also highly-rated practitioners. Claire Lord leads the corporate governance and compliance team. William Dillon-Leetch and Conall Geraghty also impress.