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MKB Law Offices
14-18 Great Victoria Street
BT2 7BA
United Kingdom
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MKB Law > The Legal 500 Rankings
Corporate and commercial > Corporate and M&A Tier 3
MKB Law is highly active within the energy sector, and has expertise in the sales and funding of large solar projects. Elgin Energy Holdings is a key client for the firm. Team lead and firm co-founder Gordon McElroy handles a range of corporate transactions, and is highly experienced in fundraising. Maria Conway focuses on the hospitality, licensing, and pharmaceutical sectors.Practice head(s):
Gordon McElroy
Other key lawyers:
Maria Conway; Lynsey Henderson; Jose Lazaro
Testimonials
‘Very experienced individuals. Commercially astute. Understand our business.’
Key clients
Elgin Energy Holdings Limited
Beannchor Group
Gaffer Group
Balloo Hire Centres
Larne Chemists Limited
Triquetra Hospitality Limited
AIB Group
Walker Communications Limited
Open Data Belfast
Lagan Homes Limited and associated companies
Knighton Leisure Limited
Glenkrag Limited
Eamonn McCann
Noel Eakin and Son Limited
Ballyforlea Limited
Work highlights
Northern Ireland > Dispute resolution Tier 3
MKB Law handles a range of contentious matters, including professional negligence claims, shareholders disputes, and construction disputes, and has particular strength in debt recovery litigation. Team lead David McAlinden specialises in debt advisory and financial litigation. Solicitor Gavin Coyle joined the group from McCay Solicitors in November 2022.Practice head(s):
David McAlinden
Other key lawyers:
Gavin Coyle; Ruairi Maguire
Testimonials
‘David McAlinden remains tireless and fearless in the insolvency realm.’
‘Excellent client care services and communications with a client. A superb multi-disciplinary team for dispute resolution.’
‘David McAlinden is a leading practitioner in dispute resolution, with a particular interest in insolvency including contested insolvency matters, of which he has vast experience.’
Key clients
Barry Hobson t/a Pirates Adventure Golf
Bell and Co
PJG Recovery
Larne Chemists Limited
CCL Interiors Limited
Yesss Electrical Wholesale Limited
A N Irwin Feeds Limited
Commercial Shipping Company (Oils) Limited
Keenan Corporate Finance
Work highlights
Finance > Insolvency and corporate recovery Tier 3
MKB Law advises insolvency practitioners on the full range of corporate and personal insolvency issues. Department head David McAlinden has more than 20 years' experience in the practice area, and previously led a specialist insolvency practice, until its merging with the firm in 2016. Associate solicitor Ruairi Maguire is a key name for debt recovery, litigation and insolvency.Practice head(s):
David McAlinden
Other key lawyers:
Gordon McElroy; Ruari Maguire
Testimonials
‘An efficient and very busy firm. Very commercial and business orientated. A real commercial firm.’
‘David McAlinden is a superb insolvency lawyer.’
‘Client 100% first.’
‘Undoubtedly commerciality comes first with MKB and that is the virtue and ethic they work on.’
‘David McAlinden is an absolute expert in his field, he is my go-to person for everything legal and insolvency related. He is creative and effective.’
‘The speed at which they move and the accuracy of the advice they provide.’
Key clients
Teneo
FPM AAB
Gildernew & Co Accountants
Keenan CF
Grant Thornton
Hannaway CA
Cavanagh Kelly
Rachel Fowler Advisory
Arthur Boyd & Co
McKeague Morgan
HNH Group
Work highlights
Real estate > Commercial property Tier 3
Domestic full-service firm MKB Law provides a range of real estate and commercial property services, including lease transactions and developments. Maria Conway and Gordon McElroy lead the team. Coway has experience in acquisitions, disposals, and leasing property management, while McElroy is a key name for site assembly and development schemes.Practice head(s):
Maria Conway; Gordon McElroy
Key clients
Cathedral Leisure
Lagan Homes
Windsor Developments Limited
Elgin Energy
Andras House Limited
Larne Chemists Limited
Rock Developments Limited
Dunlop Homes
Ebony Developments Ltd/Jets Properties Limited
Williams Homes
Eastwood Property
Lisburn Square No 2 Ltd
JH Turkington & Son
Zen Restaurants Limited
ICW Insurance Services
Titan Containers
Furlong Construction
Lorcan Homes Limited
Triquetra Hospitality Limited
Work highlights
- Acting on behalf of Lagan Homes in completion of a development agreement linked to the completion of a residential development site in Newtownards with full planning permission for 413 units in July 2022.
MKB Law > Firm Profile
MKB Law are a leading commercial law firm in Northern Ireland. They advise clients in making the most of their commercial opportunities and help them navigate life’s most challenging times; ensuring that clients, their families and their assets are protected.
The team at MKB Law is adept in all areas of law with particular focus on corporate and commercial matters, commercial property and real estate, insolvency and corporate recovery, dispute resolution, banking and finance, employment, family and matrimonial, conveyancing and private client matters.
Principle areas of work
Corporate and commercial: MKB Law’s corporate and commercial division is one of the leading teams within Northern Ireland. Their multidisciplinary solicitors work with clients to understand their businesses, management strategies and most importantly their challenges, and will work collaboratively to provide seamless pragmatic advice and solutions. They undertake complex and high-value work across many sectors. Areas of expertise include: mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, private equity, commercial contracts, restructuring and insolvency, shareholder agreements, franchising agreements, corporate governance, succession planning, reorganisations and demergers, regulatory compliance, intellectual property and energy and renewables.
Commercial property: With one of the strongest commercial real estate teams in Belfast, MKB Law acts in the development, sale, purchase, letting and finance of all types of commercial real estate. The team also provides advice on all legal aspects of property management. They have provided legal representation for all types of commercial schemes including numerous retail developments, hotels, factories, office blocks, retail, warehousing and distribution and multi-use schemes. The team also offers legal solutions to some of the largest property developers and construction companies in Northern Ireland for housing development and unit sales, as well as providing ongoing assistance to smaller bespoke builders.
Insolvency: The corporate and insolvency teams at MKB Law work together to provide clients with specialist advice. Much of their experience was built up in the aftermath of the Great Financial Crisis of 2007-2008 when they brought many clients through extremely challenging times. They continue to develop their practice in this complex and challenging area with a particular emphasis on asset protection. They also have a wide network of contacts with lenders, investors, and insolvency practitioners.
Dispute resolution and litigation: MKB Law acts for clients in a wide range of complex commercial disputes for businesses, their experience earned over many years spans most commercial sectors. Areas of focus: breaches of contract, shareholder and director disputes, partnership disputes, commercial contracts disputes, intellectual property infringement, construction and building disputes, land and property, banking claims, professional negligence and judicial review.
Banking and finance: MKB Law has a depth of experience within the banking, private equity and finance sector and will provide advice on appropriate funding structures, finance and security documents, including Loan Market Association (LMA) style documents. The team has many years of experience acting for borrowers and lenders (both private and corporate).
Employment: The expert employment law team at MKB Law specialises in complex and high-value employment matters for both employers and employees. The team has particular expertise acting for executives and senior employees, specifically in reviewing post-termination restrictions, brokering exits and severance packages, and negotiating bonus settlements or disputes. The team further provides strategic assistance to our corporate division in relation to restructuring, mergers, and TUPE relating to company acquisitions and disposals with an insolvency angle.
Family and matrimonial: MKB Law’s family and matrimonial department is one of the leading family law practices in Northern Ireland. The team has particular expertise acting for business owners, directors and professionals affected by complex matrimonial matters. The department is recognised for its matrimonial finance work involving sophisticated property, corporate and pension aspects. The department also has strong expertise in dealing with cases in multiple jurisdictions, both within the UK and internationally.
Conveyancing: MKB Law’s residential property department is regarded as one of the top conveyancing practices in Northern Ireland. This specialist team has an excellent reputation in the delivery of conveyancing and residential property services, providing a highly efficient and personal approach throughout the process.
Private client: The private client division at MKB Law offers expertise across the full scope of personal legal matters, particularly in the areas of wills and estate planning. Their lawyers provide clients with the assistance to help navigate both their personal and business affairs promptly and efficiently.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Corporate and Commercial, Commercial Property, Banking and Finance, Dispute Resolution, Private Client; Director | Gordon McElroy | gmce@mkblaw.co.uk | +44(0) 28 9024 2450 |
Family Law, Private Client; Director | Anne Marie Kelly | amk@mkblaw.co.uk | +44(0) 28 9024 2450 |
Corporate and Commercial, Commercial Property, Licensing, Conveyancing, Private Client; Director | Maria Conway | mc@mkblaw.co.uk | +44(0) 28 9024 2450 |
Insolvency, Debt Recovery, Dispute Resolution, Banking and Finance; Director | David McAlinden | dmca@mkblaw.co.uk | +44(0) 28 9024 2450 |
Family Law; Associate Director | Aine Toner | ait@mkblaw.co.uk | +44(0) 28 9024 2450 |
Commercial Property, Conveyancing; Associate Director | Emma Smyth | es@mkblaw.co.uk | +44(0) 28 9024 2450 |
Corporate and Commercial, Commercial Property; Associate Director | Lynsey Henderson | lh@mkblaw.co.uk | +44(0) 28 9024 2450 |
Conveyancing; Solicitor | Aoife Hegarty | ah@mkblaw.co.uk | +44(0) 28 9024 2450 |
Insolvency, Debt Recovery, Dispute Resolution; Solicitor | Ruairi Maguire | rma@mkblaw.co.uk | +44(0) 28 9024 2450 |
Private Client; Solicitor | Rachel Scroggie | rs@mkblaw.co.uk | +44(0) 28 9024 2450 |
Conveyancing; Solicitor | Joshua McKee | jmck@mkblaw.co.uk | +44(0) 28 9024 2450 |
Employment; Associate Director | Andrew Lightburn | al@mkblaw.co.uk | +44(0) 28 9024 2450 |
Corporate and Commercial, Commercial Property; Solicitor | James Boyd | jb@mkblaw.co.uk | +44(0) 28 9024 2450 |
Family Law; Associate Director | Emma Jamison | emj@mkblaw.co.uk | +44(0) 28 9024 2450 |
Corporate and Commercial, Spanish Law; Solicitor | Jose Lazaro | jl@mkblaw.co.uk | +44(0) 28 9024 2450 |
Family Law; Solicitor | Ceadhra Cummings | cec@mkblaw.co.uk | +44(0) 28 9024 2450 |
Dispute Resolution; Associate Director | Christopher Mason | cjm@mkblaw.co.uk | +44(0) 28 9024 2450 |
Dispute Resolution; Solicitor | Gavin Coyle | gpc@mkblaw.co.uk | +44(0) 28 9024 2450 |
Lawyer Profiles
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Mr James Boyd | James Boyd is a solicitor within the Corporate and Commercial team at… | View Profile | |
Ms Maria Conway | Maria Conway is a Director at MKB Law, working primarily in the… | View Profile | |
Mr Gavin Coyle | Gavin Coyle is a Solicitor in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution department… | View Profile | |
Ms Ceadhra Cummings | Céadhra Cummings is a solicitor within the Family Law Department at MKB… | View Profile | |
Ms Aoife Hegarty | Aoife Hegarty is a solicitor at MKB Law within the Residential Property… | View Profile | |
Ms Lynsey Henderson | Lynsey Henderson is an Associate Director at MKB Law. Lynsey works within… | View Profile | |
Ms Emma Jamison | Emma Jamison is an Associate Director specialising in family law. She is… | View Profile | |
Ms Anne Marie Kelly | Anne Marie Kelly heads up the Family Law Department at MKB Law.… | View Profile | |
Mr Jose Lazaro | Jose Lazaro is a Solicitor in the Corporate and Commercial team at… | View Profile | |
Mr Andrew Lightburn | Andrew Lightburn is an Associate Director and Head of Employment at MKB… | View Profile | |
Mr Ruairi Maguire | Ruairi Maguire is a solicitor in MKB Law. Ruairi works in the… | View Profile | |
Mr Christopher Mason | Christopher Mason is an Associate Director in the Dispute Resolution & Litigation… | View Profile | |
Mr David McAlinden | David McAlinden is a Director at MKB Law. He heads up the… | View Profile | |
Mr Gordon McElroy | Gordon McElroy is a founder of an MKB Law and is responsible… | View Profile | |
Mr Joshua McKee | Joshua McKee works in the Property department at MKB Law. He primarily… | View Profile | |
Ms Rachel Scroggie | Rachel Scroggie is a solicitor in the Private Client department at MKB… | View Profile | |
Ms Emma Smyth | Emma Smyth is an Associate Director in the Property department at MKB… | View Profile | |
Ms Áine Toner | Áine Toner is a solicitor in the Family Law Department. Áine’s particular… | View Profile |