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Flynn O'Driscoll
NO 1 GRANT'S ROW
LOWER MOUNT STREET
DUBLIN 2
Ireland

Ireland > Media and entertainment Tier 1

The team at Flynn O'Driscoll covers the entire spectrum of issues in the media and entertainment space, covering advertising, music, film and television. The team is well versed in advising on pre- and post-publishing matters while representing clients in defamation and privacy cases. Practice head Kieran Kelly has significant knowledge of print and online media platforms, combined with contract and litigation expertise. Other key names to note include Zoë Mollaghan, who frequently plays a central role in high-profile defamation instructions.

Practice head(s):

Kieran Kelly

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘Flynn O’Driscoll are extremely professional. They are experts in their field, and their advice and guidance were always useful and reassuring.’

‘Kieran Kelly and Zoë Mollaghan were available when needed and offered prompt advice and guidance. They are experts in their field, and having them on board was invaluable to our team.’

‘The media team at Flynn O’Driscoll brings together the strongest legal talent on the island of Ireland regarding defamation, privacy and litigation. Their strength in depth and knowledge across the media, entertainment and publishing space is second to none. The team has built up a formidable reputation for its knowledge of the law in these sectors, pragmatic advice and tenacity.’

‘Kieran Kelly is one of the foremost lawyers in this sector. He is known for his sound judgement, outstanding experience as an advisor and advocate, and sheer knowledge across legal disciplines. Zoë Mollaghan is also a partner with a brilliant reputation.’

‘Adaptable, friendly, and punctual.’

‘Experienced team who have seen and done it all in the area of media and entertainment law.’

‘Kieran Kelly is an exceptional lawyer with first-rate technical skills, vast experience and a sound practical approach.’

‘Zoe Mollaghan is first rate and able to provide prompt legal advice that is clear and pragmatic.’

Key clients

The Irish Independent

The Sunday Independent

The Irish Daily Star

The Sunday World

The Herald

Iconic Newspapers

Mediahuis

Reach plc

Virgin Media Ireland

Penguin Books

Hachette Books

Gill Books

Atlantic Books

Harper Collins

Irish Academic Pres

Empire Elite Limited

Hot Press

The Stand with Eamon Dunphy

Newspread Limited

Irish Licensed Merchants Association

Celtic Woman Limited

Paul Williams

Ralph Reigel

Nicola Tallant

UTV

Belfast Telegraph

Sunday Life

Disney

Bonnier Books UK Limited

Peninsula Television

Clean Slate Television Limited

Work highlights

  • Assisted Penguin Books with a legal review of many non-fiction book publications for this publisher.
  • Assisted Hachette Books with a legal review of many non-fiction book publications for this publisher.
  • Assisted Peninsula Television with a legal review of the television documentaries “The Heiress and The Heist” and “Confession of a Crime Boss”.

Ireland > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 3

With bases in Dublin and Galway, Flynn O'Driscoll has a wealth of experience in handling M&A and private equity deals. Founding partner Alan O’Driscoll is recognised for his expertise in the M&A and private equity spaces, and is regularly instructed by clients in the technology, healthcare, and food sectors. The practice is also recognised for representing corporates and investors in a range of matters. Other key practitioners include Gavin Lawlor, Mark Roberts and Galway-based David Ryan.

Practice head(s):

Alan O’Driscoll; David Ryan; Gavin Lawlor; Mark Roberts

Other key lawyers:

Cian O’Leary; Diann Cannon

Testimonials

‘The team is highly experienced, professional and efficient in achieving desired results within very tight timeframes. Can identify real issues / bottlenecks quickly and reduce time spend on noise. Solutions focussed instead of a focus on identifying problems. Highly recommend working with Flynn O’Driscoll.’

‘Stand-out partner is David Ryan.’

‘Flynn O’Driscoll is strongly client focused and notably practical, direct and dynamic in delivering on client requirements. After steady growth over several years, the firm has deep expertise across wide commercial practice areas, and is quite adept at drawing on internal resources to meet client needs. There is a “spring in the step” at Flynn O’Driscoll — very competent professionals focused on supporting and delivering for clients engaged in wide-ranging commercial activities with diverse legal requirements. ’

‘Cian O’Leary (Partner) is a highly competent commercial lawyer with an outstanding ability to grasp situations and client needs, as well as a strong commitment to support clients and deliver practical solutions. Cian is a highly valued resource to our team, and we greatly appreciate his involvement and contributions. ’

‘Commercial and very pragmatic. Excellent advice and very strong commercially.’

‘Each of the team members were very competent and patient. Most importantly, they were available.’

Key clients

Waterland Private Equity Ireland

Unity Technologies I.T. Limited

Pharmed Holdings Limited

Bissegem Unlimited Company

Siteridge Limited (Red FM)

Carducci Holdings DAC (City Bin)

Portatare Limited

CJ Fallon Unlimited Company

Weston Office Solutions Limited

Blue Giant

Air Nostrum

Ideal Tridon Group

Aergo Capital

Work highlights

  • Advised Writech Group on the financing and acquisition of Ce Sprinkler, a leading Swedish fire-protection business.
  • Represented The City Bin Co and its shareholders in its sale to Thorntons Recycling.
  • Advised Pharmed on the sale of Accuscience Ireland and Medilink Services to Diploma.

Ireland > Banking and finance Tier 4

Flynn O'Driscoll is a growing force in banking and finance. Led by Michael Hanley, the team regularly acts for a solid client base of borrower entities in matters, and is also adept at representing bankers and alternative lenders. Key areas of strength for the group include acquisition finance, development finance and real estate investment finance.

Practice head(s):

Michael Hanley

Ireland > Dispute resolution Tier 4

Flynn O'Driscoll

Testimonials

‘Flynn O’Driscoll offers strategic leadership in dealing with disputes so that same can be managed, and ultimately resolved, in the most expeditious fashion. The attention to detail is unmatched, but without ever losing sight of the overall objectives. Critically, the team in Flynn O’Driscoll are committed to tell their clients what they need to hear, not just what they want to hear. The courage to advise clients promptly and properly of risks means that there is a better focus on outcomes. Key people I have worked with there, including Eoin Cunneen and David Curran, are driven by the objective of assessing risks properly and devising the best strategy to deal with that for their clients.’

‘Eoin Cunneen has stand-out quality as a dispute resolution expert as he combines an excellent knowledge of litigation with his knowledge of corporate criminal liability. This is a critical advantage over his counterparts in other firms as he can foresee, and therefore manage, issues relating to corporate criminal liability and financial regulation issues alongside the critical litigation issues arising for a client without having to seek outside assistance from other firms (unlike his rivals in other firms). Combined with this, his excellent interpersonal skills enable him to navigate clients through the stress of high-level litigation with a calm demeanour while remaining on top of the case itself. He also deals with other areas, including transnational litigation, as he has an extensive knowledge of aviation disputes, and is involved in transactions across many countries. This gives him an advantage in advising on disputes where cross-border issues arise.’

‘Focusing on the essential. Practical and cost-effective solutions for the clients. ’

‘Eoin Cunneen is very service minded and effective person, able to handle complex matters in a practical manner.’

‘Flynn O’Driscoll are widely regarded as experts in the area of insurance resolution and we choose them for that work. We have found that their reputation is well founded. They have a brilliant understanding of the area that we needed them for and they have been a great help to us in these matters. ’

‘David Curran is a master tactician and has an unparalleled technical understanding of insurance policy wording and is the right person for the work that we have. Claire O’Hagan is an excellent solicitor and her attention to detail is vital given the complexities of the cases that we are involved in.’

 

Work highlights

Ireland > Intellectual property Tier 4

Flynn O'Driscoll’s data privacy and intellectual property practice has built a strong presence in the technology sector, assisting clients with the drafting of agreements related to the development, ownership, protection, and licensing of intellectual property. The practice is led by Laura Myles, who regularly advises on the acquisition, management, and enforcement of IP rights. Hannah Lynch is another key contact.

Practice head(s):

Laura Myles

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘The team is very professional, fast-moving and easy to work with.’

‘Laura Myles has the amazing ability to communicate along with delivering. She is always extremely professional, clearly very dedicated to her clients and very easy to work with.’

‘Great diversity of individuals in terms of experience and knowledge. Pragmatic, knowledgeable and very personable. An excellent partner for our company.’

‘Laura Myles is an excellent lawyer with great attention to detail. An absolute standout individual in terms of negotiations – easily the best I’ve ever worked with in this regard.’

Ireland > Real estate Tier 4

Flynn O'Driscoll‘s ‘dynamic and responsive‘ Dublin and Galway-based team has robust experience in the acquisition, disposal and leasing of commercial real estate, including office, hospitality, retail and healthcare assets. Handling the acquisition and financing of residential development sites is another key area of activity. Julian Cunningham, who has ‘a wealth of experience‘, leads the team.

Practice head(s):

Julian Cunningham

Other key lawyers:

Gemma Casey

Testimonials

‘An excellent, efficient and decisive team.’

‘The team is very dynamic and responsive as the main partner and senior staff are very accessible and get things done quickly and efficiently. The team has a very broad range of experience including knowledge of the planning system, which adds value.’

‘Julian Cunningham has a wealth of property experience which allows him to provide sound advice when issues arise. Julian is always at the end of the phone when needed which is a great comfort to clients when in the middle of stressful transactions.’

‘Nothing is too big for Flynn O’Driscoll to take on. They are efficient, welcoming and extremely professional. Their knowledge of the law is unparalleled by any other firm. Julian Cunningham in the property team deserves special mention.’

‘Julian Cunningham continues to show phenomenal attention to detail and dedication which is always second to none. He is extremely thorough in his work and takes a very reasonable approach to areas of his field.’

Key clients

Alucraft Limited

Joe Duffy Motor Group

Horseware Products Ireland Limited

GLS

Lagan Homes Ireland Limited

Horseware Ireland Products Limited

Western Office Solutions Limited T/A Iconic Offices

Stanrak Limited

The City Bin Co

JLPS Ireland Limited (Saimer Leasing Limited)

Wealth Options Trustees Limited

Portatare Limited

Pharmed Limited

Chemco Pharmacy Limited

Edenvale Developments Limited

Palmway Holdings Limited

Boann Distillery Limited

Silver Hill Foods

Key Waste Management Limited

CN Farm Limited

OJ Farm Limited

CMAL Limited

AAG Hangar 1 Limited

Finance One Capital

Work highlights

  • Advising Wealth Options Trustees Limited on the sale of AIB Bank in Tullamore, County Offaly.
  • Advised Horseware Products Ireland Limited on the lease of Building 2 in the Dublin Airport Central business park for its new headquarters.
  • Advising General Logistic Systems Limited on the lease of a commercial premises for its headquarters.

Ireland > Employment Tier 5

Flynn O'Driscoll assists a broad range of public and private sector clients with domestic and cross-border employment issues. The team is noted for its knowledge of strategic employment issues and industrial relations. With a strong focus on individual and collective redundancies, Caoimhe Heery jointly leads the practice alongside Claire McDermott, who regularly advises on protected disclosures and disciplinary and immigration matters.

Practice head(s):

Caoimhe Heery; Claire McDermott

Testimonials

‘This practice has core values that shine through when dealing with clients. Their responsiveness to us is always prompt, and communication is on point.’

‘The team offer an efficient and reliable service which allows for peace of mind and that the assistance provided is first class.’

‘The team is very responsive, knowledgeable, expert and accessible.’

‘Flynn O’Driscoll has a very responsive employment law team who provide comprehensive advice and set out the options available clearly and succinctly.’

‘Caoimhe Heery provides an exceptional employment law service. She is calmness personified and eminently practical in her advice.’

‘Very client-focused and strong relationship building. Great support whenever needed.’

‘Caoimhe Heery is a pleasure to deal with. She has an easygoing and relaxed manner, which is needed when dealing with complex employment law issues. Caoimhe is extremely knowledgeable and experienced- she can always be relied on for solid and practical advice.’

‘Having used this practice for employment law issues, we found them to be thorough in their investigations. They issue detailed invoices and answer emails in a short timeframe, and are friendly and efficient.’

Key clients

Waterland Private Equity

ATS Process Automation

Shareholders of CWS Water Solution Limited

Work highlights

  • Represented Waterland Private Equity in their acquisition of Orbital Welding Solutions Limited.
  • Advised Air Nostrum on its proposed merger with Irish carrier CityJet.
  • Advised ATS Process Automation on the employment aspects of the acquisition of Odyssey Validation Consulting Limited.

Ireland > Asset finance

Flynn O'Driscoll has established capabilities in aviation finance; the firm's managing partner, James Duggan, is highly regarded for his aviation sector expertise. The group is well known for acting for airlines, and is equally adept at acting for lessors in mandates. Regulatory matters are another key driver of work for the practice. Claire McDermott is well versed in employment law, and provides advice on aircraft leasing and financing.

Flynn O’Driscoll was established over 20 years ago and is now one of Ireland’s leading corporate law firms. With offices in Dublin, Galway and Shannon, the firm operates across the complete range of commercial legal services. We are trusted legal advisers to a broad client base including public sector bodies, multi-national companies, and owner-managed businesses operating in Ireland and other jurisdictions.

Flynn O’Driscoll are a full-service commercial law firm offering expertise across a range of legal services including commercial, corporate and M&A, aviation and asset finance, litigation and dispute resolution, employment, commercial property, media and entertainment and banking and finance

Each of our senior people have a background in top tier professional services firms or in industry working in large international manufacturing and financial services companies and bring their collective experience to bear in providing client focused services to domestic and international clients.

We are recognised as a “Top Tier Firm” in The Legal 500 EMEA 2023 Guide for our Media and Entertainment practice. The firm is also recommended as a “Leading Firm” in the Commercial, Corporate and M&A, Dispute Resolution and Employment rankings.

Our head of banking and finance, Michael Hanley, is Top Ranked by Chambers and Partners in the 2023 Chambers Europe Guide. Michael also features as a “Highly Regarded” Banking Lawyer in the IFLR1000 2023 rankings.

Last year, in the Experian Market IQ and Mergermarket Reports, Flynn O’Driscoll ranked Number 1 and 7 respectively in the Republic of Ireland by deal volume. The firm moved from 11th place in 2021 to 7th in the 2022 Mergermarket league tables.

The firm is also a member of Law Exchange International (LEI), a global network of independent law firms dedicated to providing clients with high-quality legal services across borders. Flynn O’Driscoll is the exclusive member in Ireland.

Department Name Email Telephone
Commercial, Corporate and M&A Alan O'Driscoll alanodriscoll@fod.ie
Litigation and Dispute Resolution Billy Brick billybrick@fod.ie
Commercial, Corporate and M&A David Ryan davidryan@fod.ie
Aviation and Asset Finance; Employment Claire McDermott clairemcdermott@fod.ie
Aviation and Asset Finance; Managing Partner James Duggan jamesduggan@fod.ie
Commercial Property Julian Cunningham juliancunningham@fod.ie
Litigation and Dispute Resolution David Curran davidcurran@fod.ie
Head of Employment Caoimhe Heery caoimheheery@fod.ie
Commercial, Corporate and M&A Laura Melody-Moran lauramelodymoran@fod.ie
Intellectual Property; Technology; Data Protection Laura Myles lauramyles@fod.ie
Commercial, Corporate and M&A Mark Roberts markroberts@fod.ie
Head of Banking and Finance Michael Hanley michaelhanley@fod.ie
Commercial, Corporate and M&A Diann Cannon dianncannon@fod.ie
Media and Entertainment; Litigation and Dispute Resolution Kieran Kelly kierankelly@fod.ie
Litigation and Dispute Resolution Eoin Cunneen eoincunneen@fod.ie
Commercial, Corporate and M&A Gavin Lawlor gavinlawlor@fod.ie
Commercial, Corporate and M&A Cian O'Leary cianoleary@fod.ie
Media and Entertainment; Litigation and Dispute Resolution Zoë Mollaghan zoemollaghan@fod.ie
Number of lawyers : 45
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Flynn O’Driscoll was established over 20 years ago and is now one of Ireland’s leading corporate law firms. With offices in Dublin, Galway and Shannon, the firm operates across the complete range of commercial legal services.

We are trusted legal advisers to a broad client base including public sector bodies, multi-national companies, and owner-managed businesses operating in Ireland and other jurisdictions.

Flynn O’Driscoll are a full-service commercial law firm offering expertise across a range of legal services including Commercial, Corporate and M&A, Aviation & Asset Finance, Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Employment, Commercial Property, Media & Entertainment and Banking & Finance.

Each of our senior people have a background in top tier professional services firms or in industry working in large international manufacturing and financial services companies and bring their collective experience to bear in providing client focused services to domestic and international clients.

We are recognised as a “Top Tier Firm” in The Legal 500 EMEA 2023 Guide for our Media and Entertainment practice. The firm is also recommended as a “Leading Firm” in the Commercial, Corporate and M&A, Dispute Resolution and Employment rankings.

Our Head of Banking and Finance, Michael Hanley, is Top Ranked by Chambers and Partners in the 2023 Chambers Europe Guide. Michael also features as a “Highly Regarded” Banking Lawyer in the IFLR1000 2023 rankings.

Last year, in the Experian Market IQ and Mergermarket Reports, Flynn O’Driscoll ranked Number 1 and 7 respectively in the Republic of Ireland by deal volume. The firm moved from 11th place in 2021 to 7th in the 2022 Mergermarket league tables.

The firm is also a member of Law Exchange International (LEI), a global network of independent law firms dedicated to providing clients with high-quality legal services across borders. Flynn O’Driscoll is the exclusive member in Ireland.