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‘The Matheson team are extremely approachable and have strong knowledge of the aviation industry which makes them are great legal service provider to any client in the industry. Matheson has a large team so they have capacity to support a variety of transactions. ’

‘Stuart Kennedy is extremely personable and approachable, he is always available to assist with excellent advice and pragmatic solutions.’

‘The team has very strong expertise and a leading market position in Ireland in the area of asset finance and aviation, which when coupled with speed of response and service orientation makes them a pleasure to deal with. ’

‘Stephen Gardiner’s work style and attitude make us enjoy working with him.’

‘The training and experience they have obtained and gained in working over the years in Matheson makes the team stand out over their competitors. Their philosophy is “can do”. Stuart Kennedy is unsurpassed when it comes to experience and how to get the transaction done efficiently and on time. Rory McPhillips is a superb lawyer and he can explain complex legal matters in an understandable way. Yvonne McWeeney is very responsive and has a great way of dealing with clients. Stephen Gardiner is a qualified private pilot and has a technical understanding of aviation matters that is unrivalled.’

‘Stuart Kennedy and Stephen Gardiner are the partners I know and have worked with most frequently. They are responsive, approachable, knowledgeable and go the extra mile for their clients and the instructing law firm. They are generous with their time and open to collaborating and opening up contacts and relationships, and spotting opportunities to work together. They demonstrate time and time again that they are leaders in their field and understand the value of long-standing relationships and the difference that can make to the experience of working with them.’

‘Yvonne McWeeney – responsive, helpful and efficient. Work is accurate and works well across all parties involved in a transaction.’

‘The team are very responsive and supportive to our business and generous with their knowledge and experience. We have very regular interaction with Rory McPhillips, Stuart Kennedy, Stephen Gardiner and Yvonne McWeeney all of whom are great legal partners to work with and focus on offering practical solutions.’

‘Partner availability, support to work through structural nuances, turnaround time, communication.’

‘Paul Carroll- exceptional support and commitment to tight transactions.’

‘We work with both the regulatory advice team and the transaction team in Banking and Finance in Matheson. The sub-teams in Matheson seem to interact and collaborate well with each other and they have great strength and depth to their practice.’

‘Extremely capable and competent individuals. Very approachable with the requisite technical skills.’

‘Paul Carroll – very responsive, clear communicator, level-headed, transparent on billing, collaborative with colleagues in other departments.’

‘Patrick Molloy – technically very strong, responsive.’

‘Paul Carroll is outstanding. He has a great ability to grasp complex legal matters and to find practical solutions.’

‘ The practice is unique in how it aligns with the in-house team here. They are always looking ahead, not just at issues raised specifically with them. ’

‘Caroline Kearns is a stand out lawyer. Caroline looks beyond the issues raised to identify and address risks other than those raised specifically. Very safe hands. ’

‘Hugely knowledgeable and responsive team for Irish law securitisation vehicles and capital markets. Go to firm and team in Ireland.’

‘Alan Keating and Micheál Buckley are outstanding to work with. They have excellent knowledge of Irish legal matters and are always very responsive and generate high quality work product. ’

‘The team members at Matheson that we have worked with have always shown themselves to be very approachable and responsive to any queries we may have and come back with clear direct advice within a very short timeframe. ’

‘Christian Donagh and Alan Bunbury are stand-out partners in their field. They are always available, commercial, and excellent managers of their clients.

‘Richard Kelly stood out to me for the approach that he championed. Richard was also extremely personable and responsive, always responding quickly even out of hours. Richard consistently provided pragmatic solutions that helped us navigate from where we were (a problem with no solution) to an excellent outcome of an instrument that we could softly test with investors and deliver swiftly and cost effectively.’

‘The Matheson Capital Markets team has a huge amount of experience in all types of capital markets transactions, delivering advice in a timely manner and always available to discuss matters at short notice. Their responsiveness is excellent. Matheson ranks top for Capital Markets in Ireland.’

‘The practice is unique in how it aligns with the in-house legal teams, and is always alert to risks, and looks beyond that which is specifically raised with them. Very reliable, excellent negotiators and very good availability.’

‘Caroline Kearns is a stand out individual, always identifying and addressing issues and risks other than those raised specifically with her. Excellent negotiator. Excellent response times and availability. ’

‘Patrick Spicer is an exceptional lawyer.’

‘David Fitzgibbon is exceptional in his practice area.’

‘Brian McCloskey is dynamic, clever, charming and utterly persuasive. This makes him the guy you want in your corner while all the other lawyers squabble over the meaningless minutiae of deals. He sees the bigger picture.’

‘Fergus Bolster is a highly sophisticated, but also user-friendly, M&A and general corporate lawyer. Fergus deeply engages with his matters but also interfaces with high quality associates, as appropriate. ’

‘We regularly work with Caroline Kearns who is adept at advising on legal risk but putting this into the commercial context – clients (and we as other legal counsel) value this highly. Darren Maher is also market leading in his technical expertise but also market/industry knowledge and deal experience. ’

‘Enda Garvey – very good commercial acumen and negotiation skills.’

‘My experience is one of excellent collaboration with Matheson’s team of data protection lawyers. There is a particular expertise in the data protection and privacy application to financial services. They also produce brilliant knowledge resources.’

‘Anne-Marie Bohan has in-depth knowledge of financial services regulation, which she complements with her data protection and privacy expertise. Davinia Brennan’s knowledge output is brilliant.’

‘Anne-Marie Bohan is very approachable yet extremely knowledgeable and practical.’

‘One of the big advantages of the data protection team in Matheson for an organisation such as ours is their ability to marry expertise in data protection. This insight enables them to think and advise in line with the appropriate risk management mindset.’

‘Anne-Marie Bohan is an excellent privacy practitioner. Fully up to speed on all industry developments and always works to negotiate the best position for clients.’

‘The team is extremely thorough and responsive.’

‘Carlo Salizzo helped me with quite a difficult and complex query. The knowledge of the regulatory landscape and the quality of the advice given allowed me to challenge an internal norm confidently.’

‘Carlo Salizzo’s team provided me with the advice I needed within a very quick timeframe. When that advice needed an amendment to fit an internal governance meeting, Carlo was available for a call and turned around the amendments quickly.’

‘The Matheson team has been very supportive in a claim situation our company had in Ireland. Several times their prompt assistance and advices were needed at short notice and the Matheson team always supported us in a timely matter in this true Tier 1 practice.’

‘Nicola Dunleavy, Senior Partner, is extremely competent and I have personally worked with her since 2016 and always received the best support, although team members reporting to her have done much of the ground works the last years. However, as soon as presence in customer negotiation meetings are needed, she has always been present in person.’

‘Ruadhán Kenny has been very involved the last 6 years and always gives full attention and excellent support.’

‘Matheson have a highly effective and skilled Dispute Resolution team, who are able to astutely assess the art of the possible in respect of any litigation, whether the client is a potential or actual plaintiff, or defendant, as the case may be. In respect of a very important High Court action that the Dispute Resolution team took on our behalf against the FSPO, the team’s view of matters was invariably proven to be correct at each given stage of the litigation, even when the matter was appealed to the Court of Appeal by the FSPO.’

‘The team provided authoritative, readily-understandable advice, which inspired confidence in our company and reassurance in respect of our decision to commence proceedings against the State, a decision made further to Matheson’s advice, and one which was subsequently vindicated when we successfully defended the FSPO’s appeal in the Court of Appeal.’

‘I have dealt with April McClements and her team in respect of several litigations and highly sensitive disputes. April is able to read a litigation in a highly astute way, instilling confidence in her client’s decision to commence proceedings. April is a very friendly and engaging lawyer, who manages a given litigation from start to finish in a highly professional manner. April is not afraid to call out weaknesses that she may identify in a given case, but is able to adapt and plan for these so as to secure the likely success of the litigation as a whole, on the assumption that any such weaknesses are not fatal to the case.’

‘Karen Reynolds and her team have been supporting us through a particularly sensitive and bitterly-contested dispute, that we have been pulled into (through no fault of our own) between two third parties. Karen stepped into the breach on this one, and was able to cut through the “white noise” and ascertain exactly what was going in a calm and professional manner, all whilst taking a firm and no-nonsense approach to engagements with the third parties’ solicitors, in what must have been a very trying dispute to “unwind”. We are now approaching the “endgame” with a successful resolution in sight. Karen is a very effective litigator who can be relied upon to comprehensively and resolutely safeguard her client’s interests.’

‘For me, Connor Cassidy has been a standout individual. Very consistent and reliable. I have learned from him and his decisions around our cases. We know he is supported in the background by Julie Murphy O’Connor and are very grateful for that knowledge on our side.’

‘The employment law team at Matheson is outstanding. From trainee to partner, everyone I have dealt with is not only experienced in their practice area but incredibly personable and professional – a great mix for a lawyer. The quality of their documents is excellent, and their turnaround times are impressive. The employment team have got their client strategy perfected – expertise coupled with incredible customer service skills.’

‘I don’t know what we would do without the Matheson team to support us in our issue. The team is always responsive, timely, effective and knowledgeable. If an emergency comes up, you can also rely someone on who will be available to help and answer us promptly.’

‘I want to shout out to Geraldine Carr. Geraldine has amazing business acumen, and she is extremely knowledgeable. She always helps us to find the right balance for any business decision. Plus, she is a joy to work with.’

‘One is the size and depth of their group – it’s a great strength. The other point is their breadth of experience and understanding of advising large employers in the financial services sector and the added dynamic of dealing with regulatory fitness and probity issues. This is a unique advantage that Matheson delivers to us in a trusted, knowledgeable way.’

‘Bryan Dunne – partner and Tina O’Sullivan – senior associate – Unwavering 5-star service from both. Their responsiveness, adaptability, tailored client-focused service, commerciality and consistent availability make them stand out from competitors. Both Bryan and Russell Rochford can interpret and relate advice and guidance to previous cases we had – knowing the client’s background is critical, and adapting to our style/commercial needs is key.’

‘Matheson is always extremely helpful. Tina O’Sullivan, in particular, is a pleasure to work with. She was willing to dive into any situation with our team and at times feel like an extension to our HR team.’

‘Russell Rochford and the entire employment team are key advisors to our business.’

‘Knowledge of many different areas – employment law, benefits, pension, tax etc. They understand their client and respond with a tailored approach that really responds to the business needs and goals.’

‘Exceptional team, extremely capable and always results orientated.’

‘Our experience with Matheson has been excellent. Their availability, engagement, and quality of partners and associates are fantastic. We will work with Matheson in any future project for renewable energy in Ireland.’

‘The Matheson team was able to deliver fast and top-notch work in a challenging deal environment for a competitive international bidding process involving offshore wind assets. They worked closely with our teams and provided seamless input as part of the broader legal team covering multiple jurisdictions. The team knows and abides by high international standards of quality and service. ’

‘We worked closely with Garret Farrelly and his team, who provided outstanding work and a genuinely enjoyable collaboration, showcasing not only strong legal knowledge relating to Ireland and the specific sector at hand but also a deep embeddedness in the business environment and regulatory context.’

‘Matheson’s energy and natural resources team is characterised by their commercial awareness, excellent technical knowledge, and responsiveness. They consistently provide valuable legal advice and support promptly and have an unrivalled understanding of their clients’ needs.’

‘Garret Farrelly and Owen Collins are our go-to solicitors for all matters relating to the energy sector. They are market leaders as regards policy and regulatory knowledge, and are always prompt with their commercially-focused advice.’

‘Team working with a mix of capabilities that makes them very efficient in problem-solving.’

‘Technical profile, flexible in adapting their strategy depending on the counterparty.’

‘Excellent alignment with in-house team with sound practical advice. In-depth knowledge of the regulator. Excellent response times and availability. Very good to deal with. ’

‘Kate McKenna is excellent. Knowledge is excellent, but also applies it in a very practical way that can be applied within the business. Calum Warren is excellent, with very timely turnarounds on advice. Gives sound, workable solutions.’

‘Niall Collins is the leading antitrust lawyer in Ireland at the moment. Clients really like him, he is easy to work with and very knowledgeable of the Irish regime. Calum Warren is a rising star in the team, he is a very solid pair of hands for Irish merger control matters.’

‘Niall Collins is an excellent competition partner. He provides commercial and pragmatic advice and takes initiative in anticipating client needs.’

‘Simon Shinkwin is an exceptional associate who is thorough, responsive and a pleasure to work with.’

‘The Matheson team has a strong reputation for antitrust matters and is also now providing good advice relating to the imminent Irish foreign investment screening regime. They are our go-to firm for advice on these matters. Other Irish law firms don’t offer the same bench strength or international perspectives in these matters.’

‘Calum Warren has worked in Brussels, the UK and Dublin, all in the top competition firms and within the European Commission and his breadth of experience is exceptional. I have seen him engage with competition enforcers in the UK, Ireland and from the European Commission and he is highly respected. Kate McKenna and Niall Collins are also excellent.’

‘Over the last several years Matheson has invested in the next generation of top-tier competition lawyers and their practice is now the gold standard, handling the most critical and complex cases in Ireland. It’s a diverse team with unmatched contacts with enforcers across Europe.’

‘Joe Beashel is very commercial, very practical and very knowledgeable.’

‘Ian O’Mara shows excellent attention-to-detail. He is very clear in his thinking and analysis, and his advice is always on point.’

‘Market-leading team with superb regulatory insights.’

‘Joe Beashel is a market leader – he is constantly responsive and understands the need to balance business need with regulatory expectations.’

‘The team has an unrivalled knowledge of the payments industry, European legislation and its transposition into Irish law. They understand what the Irish regulators are looking for and help clients create pragmatic solutions that align with those expectations.’

‘Ian O’Mara, Joe Beashel and Megan Fennell provide commercially pragmatic advice, are very responsible and we know that we can rely on them to provide sound advice and an excellent work product. As a client conscious about costs, they also manage to deliver a first-rate product at brilliant value.’

‘Ian O’Mara is a first-class lawyer and his knowledge of Irish and European law is second-to-none. Joe Beashel is a crystal ball providing insight into exactly what the Irish regulators look for. Megan Fennell is an exceptional lawyer working well above her current seniority. Collectively, they are the best partners our business could ask for.’

‘Joe Beashel is an expert in his field. No other partner in the industry has such deep sectoral knowledge and insights.’

‘Rebecca Ryan is exceptional. She offers clear, practical advice, is very responsive and a pleasure to work with.’

‘Large, experienced, professional and highly motivated team, who provide high quality work to agreed timescales and deadlines. Very professional in all communications. Vast knowledge of regulation, statute and case law in relevant area, which informs all advice given, which is always carefully considered and comprehensive in nature.’

‘Very responsive, knowledgeable, approachable. Always willing to go above and beyond in their service and advice. Always clear in the scope of their instructions.’

‘John Coary – efficient, quick, available, understood quickly what we needed.’

‘Very experienced team. Large practice depth to call upon.’

‘Kevin Gahan, Tony O’Grady and Brendan Colgan – all standout performers.’

‘Matheson has what appears to me to be the largest and best international legal practice in Ireland, it therefore has some of the best lawyers and great depth and size to its practice.’

‘Tony O’Grady, Julie Murphy O’Connor, Brendan Colgan and Kevin Gahan are stand out insolvency and litigation partners who are very clued in, reliable and knowledgeable. They have an ability to cut through complexity and achieve good outcomes.’

‘Excellent, very commercial, pragmatic and bring solutions to the table.’

‘Brendan Colgan is a leading insolvency lawyer in the Irish market, always available to advise on tricky situations with commercially minded solutions.’

‘Matheson has a great people-focused culture that is very beneficial to the client experience. They have knowledgeable, insightful people who are passionate about what they do and that reflects in their dedication to their clients.’

‘I deal mainly with Grainne Callanan and have done so for a number of years. Grainne is very knowledgeable and has extensive experience of the end-to-end regulatory experience for insurance. She brings that knowledge and experience to bear in a very practical and client-focused manner, which has always yielded excellent results.’

‘Kieran O’Sullivan, streets ahead of the rest in the market. Understands client’s needs and keeps the client well informed during an engagement. His knowledge of the insurance sector is second to none.’

‘Darren Maher is a truly exceptional lawyer. Darren is an extremely talented communicator with an invaluable ability to distil complex matters for his clients. Darren is a great listener and is able to understand difficult problems rapidly with little background and then instantly advise us on how to manage these problems. Every conversation with Darren Maher adds value to our business. Catherine MacFarlane is an excellent and precise lawyer. Catherine manages all of our complex wording and contract work in a highly effective manner. Catherine has a great ability to synthesise complex requests and produce high quality work reflecting our instructions.’

‘Darren Maher – regulatory knowledge and connection to the market. April McClements – knowledge and collaborative approach. Karen Reynolds – very commercial, solutions-focused.’

‘Gráinne Callanan has handled several S.13 IPTs for our company and she has done so in a highly-effective and professional way, ensuring that all legal requirements are addressed, every step of the way. Gráinne has an intuitive understanding of our business and the importance of these portfolio transfers to us, and she expertly managed each portfolio transfer for us in a clear and logical manner, unfailingly making herself available to us to answer any and all queries that we have had in a courteous and friendly way. Nothing phased Gráinne and she provided a calm, authoritative presence to guide us through the whole process.’

‘Gráinne Callanan – passionate about successful delivery. Incredible stamina and tenacity. 100% record of success, even under the seemingly impossible circumstances of one particular insurance business transformation. All backed up with exceptional technical knowledge and experience. She has the ability to identify and exhaust all possible counter arguments and to foresee and forestall them before they amount to real issues.’

‘April McClements – she is structured, clear and cooperative with a deep understanding of the needs of the client; focused and goal oriented. Darren Maher – very reasonable and pragmatic with deep understanding of the relevant laws and regulations. Distinguished by his encyclopaedic knowledge, spiced with capability of getting all necessary information and connections in insurance business. Karen Reynolds – she is an excellent communicator with a specific ability to succinctly and clearly break down complex legal issues and challenges. It’s a great pleasure to work with her, as she is extremely attentive to details and constantly instils confidence in the process of finding the best result.’

‘Team possesses excellent industry knowledge, is responsive, and delivers timely and efficient advice and work product.’

‘Barry O’Connor and Shane Kennedy have been trusted and reliable advisors with deep sector expertise as well as knowledge of our group. They continue to provide excellent advice with great attitude.’

‘Very professional, strong and reliable practice with very good depth. Can seamlessly interchange where needed between different partners and lawyers. Very commercial and highly rated throughout our business.’

‘Their ability and willingness to listen, advise, adapt and react when you most need them is notable. They are also very pragmatic and commercial. Barry O’Connor has an amazing ability to break down and advise on the most complex of areas. ’

‘Exceptional market knowledge and technical ability; highly commercial approach; longevity of key partners; depth of team; transparent billing and good value for money; strong capabilities across related practices (e.g. tax, regulatory, structured finance).’

‘Dualta Counihan’s technical ability, market knowledge and commercial insights are unsurpassed, and he always makes himself available. Anthony Gaskin has strong technical ability, good market knowledge, makes himself available whenever needed, and has an exemplary work ethic.’

‘The team is proactive in their support.’

‘Shay Lydon has unparalleled technical knowledge and applies it to achieve efficient and commercial client outcomes. Liam Collins is a true partner to the team. He anticipates our requirements, drives our matters forward and adds value at every stage.’

‘The media and entertainment team is very responsive. They collaborate with the client to successfully resolve any issues and get the project closed.’

‘Ruth Hunter has a wealth of experience tailored to the project at hand. She is a pleasure to work with.’

‘Their expertise in media law in Ireland is perfect.’

‘Roisin Walsh and Michael Byrne have been responsive, supportive and excellent at explaining the innermost workings of the Irish legal system to us.’

‘The team we work with has specialist knowledge in the area of online platforms. They  have the necessary knowledge and expertise in the relevant legal areas related to our work.’

‘Michael Byrne takes a practical approach. I like his type of communication, which is to the point and concise – not too much unnecessary legal jargon.’

‘What stands out is the people, their knowledge and how approachable they are.’

‘Nicola Dunleavy SC is an expert in this field. She is always available and will resolve an issue. She approaches a matter from the outset by setting out timelines to meet expectations. She keeps you informed of recent case law.’

‘The team can navigate complex and novel planning and environmental legal issues while providing business-focused legal advice.’

‘Nicola Dunleavy SC is a tenacious lawyer with a commitment to excellence. Ruadhán Kenny and the team are diligent and thorough, offering practical and commercially focused legal advice. He has a clear understanding of clients’ needs.’

‘Matheson LLP have an extremely competent, responsive and reliable planning and environment legal team. They communicate very well with the client, and at all times, you feel you are in capable hands.’

‘Nicola Dunleavy SC is an impressive and very knowledgeable team leader and a skilled communicator. Similarly, Ruadhán Kenny impresses with his knowledge and ability to quickly understand the client’s perspective. Both individuals mentioned provide exceptional access and are exceptionally committed to the client.’

‘Matheson has a breadth and depth of knowledge and skill. They advise pragmatically, and explore how to achieve the client’s aims.’

‘Nicola Dunleavy SC has powerful knowledge and understanding and a great ability for objective analysis and advice.’

‘The Matheson team was able to deliver fast and top-notch work in a challenging deal environment. They worked closely with our teams and provided seamless input as part of the broader legal team covering multiple jurisdictions. The team knows and abides by high international standards of quality and service.’

‘We worked closely with Garret Farrelly and his team, who provided outstanding work and a genuinely enjoyable collaboration, showcasing strong legal knowledge relating to Ireland and the specific sector at hand but also deep embeddedness in the business environment and regulatory context.’

‘Matheson has a rich breadth and depth in their team, each of whom can contribute towards the overall project.’

‘Conor Blennerhassett is engaging, responsive and always makes himself available. Garret Farrelly provides calmness and security.’

‘Conor Blennerhassett’s dedication to this relationship and deal is impressive. He is always available and front and centre on all communication.’

‘Conor Blennerhassett is very responsive and always provides succinct and practical responses in a timely manner.’

‘The team’s strengths include flexible billing and partner input that is front and centre, and they are established in local markets with deep relationships.’

‘The team are very strong on data protection and potential defamation liabilities. Sound judgement on political sensitivities around certain pieces of complex work.’

‘We had a very good experience with Eltin Ryle – excellent follow up and good advice.’

‘Cillian O’Boyle in the real estate team has a commercial focus, understanding what is deliverable while ensuring clients’ positions are always protected. His diligence post transaction means that focus is maintained on any post-closing items to be satisfied.’

‘A one-team collaborative approach.’

‘Karen Shiel is an excellent lawyer. She is really client centric and anticipates potential issues before they are raised as issues. She has also a very hands-on approach and has really good attention to detail. ’

‘Matheson has in-depth knowledge regarding real estate. Their expertise was critical in negotiating key terms and conditions. The individuals within the real estate practice were all professional and knowledgeable.’

‘The attitude, personable nature and industry knowledge at partner level and senior associate level is excellent. The team’s strength is certainly their industry knowledge, willingness to understand exactly what the client needs and also their ability to set realistic deadlines to allow themselves to provide quality advice. The team also make themselves available as and when needed at short notice, which is greatly appreciated as urgent, time-sensitive matters arise.’

‘Brian Doran’s guidance is exceptional – he is acutely aware of clients’ business needs and provides invaluable advice. With his team he delivers in the highest-quality legal service in Dublin.’

‘Sally Anne Stone is an expert in exceeding clients’ expectations and in problem solving. Laura James is very efficient in her dealings with clients and is particularly good with international clients who are not familiar with the market.’

‘Sally Anne Stone is one of the best lawyers in Dublin.’

‘The tax team is excellent – technically superb, responsive, collaborative and a pleasure to deal with.’

‘The team’s technical excellence, responsiveness, practicality and honesty differentiate them from their competitors. Shane Hogan is simply excellent – forthright, honest, responsive and technically superb. I also hugely value the input of Catherine O’Meara ’

‘Incredibly thoughtful firm – cohesive delivery, consistently excellent.’

‘Gerry Thornton, in particular, stands out for being so caring and so practical.’

‘The Matheson team have a deep knowledge of Irish Tax rules and how they apply to Irish businesses. The team are able to take complex Irish and Foreign tax concepts and help us to implement them within the company.’

‘The Matheson team provide top quality service. They are very timely in replies, and will go the distance to make sure the technical advice provided is well thought out and appropriate. ’

‘Knowledgeable, pragmatic, experienced, well informed, available, very easy to work with.’

‘Tomás Bailey has been an exceptional business partner to my company on tax matters. He is exceptionally knowledgeable and provided advice regarding our options which was invaluable. We were impressed by him, and guided by Matheson throughout, and achieved the best outcome due to their involvement. Cannot recommend highly enough.’

‘I enjoy working with the Matheson Telecoms team. In particular, I appreciate their responsiveness and their pragmatism. They are willing to make judgment calls and advise a course of action to short deadlines.’

‘The lawyers I work with at Matheson are, first and foremost, really lovely people. I enjoy their company and look forward to working on new projects with them. I regard Kate McKenna and Simon Shinkwin particularly highly. I always feel like I have their full attention and like my work matters to them.’

‘Expert advice while also being very practical and commercially focused. Understand the needs of the business and the challenging environment in which we operate.’

‘They understand the in-house role and managing internal stakeholders. Kate McKenna is highly recommended.’

‘The commercial knowledge of the industry and sector is exceptional. The Matheson team knows the telecoms sector in Ireland and provides great insight and commercially astute advice.’

‘Kate McKenna and Simon Shinkwin are excellent lawyers. Both are practical, demonstrate excellent commercial awareness and know the telecoms industry. They understand the challenges and provide tailored advice.’

‘The Matheson team is approachable with strong aviation knowledge. I enjoy working with them on transactions – their client focus makes transaction run smoothly and efficiently.’

‘It is very apparent to the client that Stuart Kennedy, Yvonne McWeeney, Stephen Gardiner and Rory McPhillips actively work together to support each other to ensure that all deals are properly serviced and executed. I always feel when working with the team that there is a partner available to advise or support on any issue which we may have.’

‘Industry profile, knowledge and experience, combined with responsiveness and service orientation, makes the Matheson team stand out from their peers.’

‘I have always been impressed by the depth of knowledge and experience, in addition to the responsiveness, collaborative and solutions-driven approach of the Matheson team, and in particular Stephen Gardiner, Rory McPhillips and Yvonne McWeeney.’

‘The experience of the team is unique and unrivalled. They have immense strength and depth in the transport sector. Their knowledge and training in the sector is excellent. They provide practical advice and solutions to difficult problems. They work with the Matheson tax team to get clients to where they need to be in an efficient and cost-effective manner.’

‘Stuart Kennedy is excellent to work with. Very responsive and great quality of work.’

‘The Matheson team have extensive experience, knowledge and strong commercial acumen. The team are friendly, proactive and are always available to provide advice. They focus on solutions rather than highlighting problems and provide guidance every step of the way. Matheson are our go-to firm for legal advice.’

‘Stuart Kennedy has extensive knowledge about the aviation industry, providing an exceptional service and going the extra mile in terms of meeting clients’ needs. Stuart offers practical advice and is very astute to the commercial aspects. He is professional and patient when explaining complex legal issues, taking the time to ensure we are fully informed on all aspects of our deals.’

‘The team has an ability to understand the nuances and detail of complex matters quickly and give excellent technical advice focused on essential issues. They have a proactive, solution-orientated approach focused on clients’ requirements.’

‘They stand out for their personal touch, awareness of business requirements, and for how they are able to adapt.’

‘Alison Bearpark impresses for her professionalism and quick response times. In construction, quick and simple answers are often required. Alison will always return calls and follow up on items when necessary.’

‘Matheson’s construction team is highly skilled and always delivers on time. Their advice is accurate, clear and comprehensive and their support and in-depth industry experience are highly valuable. Overall, their knowledge of construction law and practice is second to none.’

‘Rhona Henry is an industry expert in all things construction related. Both Rhona and Alison Bearpark are excellent lawyers and have an innate ability to condense incredibly complex and contentious issues into digestible, pragmatic legal and commercial advice. Their support and in-depth knowledge of the legal framework, the commercial backdrop and clients’ need are invaluable.’

‘Nicola Dunleavy is extremely competent. Ruadhán Kenny always given his full attention and excellent support.‘

‘Rhona Henry stands out for the personal touch. She understands in contract negotiation, for example, that not everything can be achieved; however, she’s pragmatic and understands business from both sides of the fence. Clients always feel that they are in safe and practical hands when dealing with Rhona.’

‘Alison Bearpark is an excellent partner and is always willing to go the extra mile to get deals over the line.’

‘Matheson has long been a highly reputable and trusted firm. Lorcan Keenan has a strong track record, and we look forward to seeing his collaborative and practical solution-focused approach in his new role.’

‘Lorcan Keenan’s key attributes are his attention to detail and a collaborative and practical solution-focused approach. He is responsive and can provide clear guidance and advice.’

‘The team’s strengths include a wide knowledge of technical pensions issues along with the ability to collaborate with management and other advisors to offer practical solutions to complex issues.’

‘Lorcan Keenan has developed a good understanding of our business structures and can offer relevant and pragmatic advice as appropriate. I have valued the attention to detail and prompt response times on technical pension-related matters.’

‘Lorcan Keenan is practical and commercially astute.’

‘Lorcan Keenan is very clear and efficient in his advice. He gives a practical perspective and is extremely knowledgeable in this area.’

‘Lorcan Keenan is a good addition to the team and is responsive and expert.’

‘The team are second to none when it comes to guiding clients through the complexities of regulatory and criminal investigations, avoiding all the landmines and delivering clear and comprehensive advices at all stages.’

‘Karen Reynolds is very impressive. She is extremely knowledgeable, astute and an excellent communicator who builds close relationships with her clients and provides sensible and pragmatic advice in a crystal clear manner.’

‘Nicola Dunleavy has exceptional ability, diligence and integrity.’

‘Connor Cassidy stands out.’