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‘We work with the team frequently and consider them the best and most comprehensive outfit in Dublin. Responsive and user friendly. Deep knowledge of different debt, leasing and capital markets structures.’

‘Donna Ager is particularly impressive. She represents leading industry participants and can turn her hand to the full spectrum of aviation matters. Matt Hedigan is also great to work with and highly knowledgable.’

‘Good team around Andrew Traynor – responsive, pragmatic and experienced. ’

‘Andrew Traynor is an experienced transaction lawyer and has great teams to work with on cross-border deals.’

‘Very good understanding of fund structures and commercial drivers in the context of credit fund financings.’

‘Ian McNamee provides clear, pragmatic and tailored advice. He was good at dealing with opposing counsel and their client with the minimum of debate.’

‘A seasoned and professional team providing sound advice, competitive on price and a pleasure to work with.’

‘Ian McNamee. 100% reliable, responsive and brings a depth of experience.’

‘Top quality team with excellent bench of partners and associates. Always responsive and knowledgeable. ’

‘Andrew Traynor and Noeleen Ruddy are my main contacts. Top professionals, know the market inside out and are a pleasure to work with.’

‘Expertise, wide breadth of knowledge, responsive, quick turnaround times. In-house expertise across different specialties. ’

‘Willingness to help, sound advice and always quick to respond.’

‘Members of the firm are highly competent, experts in their field and active with industry groups and advocates for the industry in respect of regulatory issues and developments. In transactional matters they can be counted upon to recommend commercial solutions that are consistent with our risk appetite. Excellent and responsive service delivery.’

‘Andrew Traynor is an excellent practitioner and a leader in the Irish market and wider international industry who is very down to earth, modest and approachable. He is always willing to be a sounding board for market issues outside the context of an instruction and very generous with his time and views (almost always providing more than a general steer). Just an excellent lawyer and a top gentleman with whom it is always a pleasure to interact.’

‘Commercial and client focused, the team always delivers.’

‘Damien Barnaville consistently provides exceptional solutions for the typical ongoing issues which arise for our funds. He always makes himself available and ensures effective solutions are presented in a timely manner.’

‘Nicholas Blake-Knox and Aongus McCarthy are leaders in their field.’

‘The legal team we work with is very diverse in terms of gender, capabilities, industry experience and expertise. There is a real commercial feel to the Walkers team that has a very good client management focus.’

‘Aongus McCarthy is an excellent partner both from a technical and commercial perspective. No stone goes unturned. He along with his colleagues are thought leaders in the industry and regularly organise industry events (e.g. for the independent director and in-house lawyer community) which are invaluable.’

‘Proactive, attentive with a collaborative approach to matters.’

‘The partners are very knowledgeable and practical. Aongus McCarthy in particular has a great ability to manage and deliver against a difficult backdrop and tight timeline.’

‘Among the partners, Nicholas Blake-Knox stands out with his vast knowledge and rare international cross-border experience, which truly makes a difference. He is not only highly responsive but also client and solution-oriented, making him a valuable partner and a real pleasure to work with.’

‘The Walkers Tax team is very strong with a number of senior individuals within the team, each of whom are very technically strong, approach issues from a commercial perspective and understand the needs of their clients. While it is a small team, each member plays to their strengths and ensures that whatever issue arises, the most appropriate individual deals with it. The team have a very detailed understanding of the technical issues impacting the financial services and asset management industry and are skilled in ensuring that the objectives of clients are implemented in an efficient manner.’

‘Jonathan Sheehan is a very strong leader of the Walkers team. As well as detailed technical understanding of the various tax provisions impacting his clients, Jonathan has a very strong commercial acumen and assists clients with navigating complex areas of legislation and practice in order to achieve desired objectives.’

‘Eimear Burbridge is very experienced and has in depth knowledge of structured finance transactions and navigating the relevant complex tax issues, in particular various legislative provisions introduced over recent years which impact the efficient structuring of transactions.

‘Padhraic Mulpeter has a strong knowledge of the market, including the aviation and financing industry and provides excellent advice and deliverables.’

‘Michael Gallagher is a key member of the Walkers Tax team. He has excellent attention to detail and an in depth knowledge of his area of expertise. He is very responsive and proactive in managing communications and providing updates.’

‘Excellent financial services tax team. Really practical, knowledgeable partners who are collaborative. ’

‘Eimear Burbridge – collaborative and technically very strong. Invaluable industry insight. Aisling Burke – collaborative and technically very strong. Padhraic Mulpeter – experienced, collaborative and great insights.’

‘Exceptional client service, rapid response times on critical projects and regulatory engagements. Professional and personal touch!’

‘Shane Martin and Niall Esler personify professionalism and expertise in their approach. I highly recommend both.’

‘Walkers have a deep, well-resourced team who can deliver excellent advice and client services at all levels of seniority.’

‘We work primarily with Niall Esler who has a deep knowledge of the regulatory landscape and applies a superb commercial and practical focus.’

‘Will Greensmyth and the rest of the Walkers team are a pleasure to deal with. The advice they provide is carefully thought out, considers all angles and is always provided on a timely basis which facilitates sound decision making. The team at Walkers understands the commercial aspects of a restructuring matter as much as the legal aspect and this is evident in the advice provided. ’

‘William Greensmyth is an excellent lawyer. Not only is his knowledge of the law second to none, he has a deep understanding of commercial insolvency matters and is able to formulate practical solutions to the most complex restructuring matters. ’

‘Will Greensmyth is a super partner and can distill complex legal matters quickly and advise accordingly. ’

‘The team are very approachable and easy to deal with. Their communication is clear and concise and they are very fast when responding to queries.’

‘Will Greensmyth and Keith Hyland are very responsive and demonstrate excellent knowledge of issues in the restructuring and insolvency areas.’

‘Strong legal and commercial advice, ability to address matters urgently, professional.’

‘Professional, intelligent, strong commercial and practical advisory skills and market knowledge, excellent communication, ability to deal with all deal outcomes and manage expectations.’

‘Partner availability is exceptional. The response time to queries and instructions is quick. Walkers are very commercial.’

‘The stand-out partner at Walkers is Jody Toner – Jody is engaged and available for small and big instructions. Jody takes the lead and reports back on all instructions in a very timely manner.’

‘The team has great experience.’

‘Jody Toner is exceptional. He’s the voice of calm reason when you have a complex issue that needs to be dealt with quickly. You know you are in safe hands when you consult him, exactly what you want in a solicitor. He’s a solid, clever and dependable solicitor who gets through the work without boring you with the complexities but finds the solution with minimum fuss.’

‘Accessibility, responsiveness, pragmatism, outcome orientation, solution-driven and commerciality.’

‘Since engaging Walkers, Jody Toner and his team have shown a flexible and common sense approach to our evolving needs. The team have often made themselves available on short notice, and this open and ongoing line of communication has resulted in quick turnaround of queries and resolution of problems.’

‘Highly qualified professionals and world-class expertise. Even though we are a small client, the team has always been responsive and proactive. ’

‘They always understood our needs in terms of objectives, deadline etc. We trust their advice and knowledge and always know they work in the best interest of their client.’

‘Walkers provides first-class and commercially focused advice in a timely and cost-effective manner. They are focused on ensuring timely delivery of work product on tight deadlines.’

‘The Walkers team is very responsive and communicates clearly. They are great at anticipating client requirements and are proactive in their overall approach. Special mention to Eoin Ryan who is client focused and great at unlocking issues.’

‘Eoin Ryan led the team at Walkers. He personally was very responsive, collaborative and flexible on fees. Excellent to work with.’

‘The Walkers team is a collaborative cross-border and cross-practice team that provide support across different practice groups and offices.’

‘The Walkers team members are very responsive and flexible to help achieve the clients’ goals. They are knowledgeable both in the law and in the clients’ commercial needs. ’

‘Eoin Ryan is our main point of contact. He is very pleasant to deal with, technically sound and extremely collaborative.’

‘Timely and professional advice to help solve the arguments. Work with company within budget. Help update policy based on updated legislation.’

‘The team is business savvy and puts the client first. I received timely billing and actionable advice. Team provided training on how to avoid similar issues in future. Would recommend overall.’

‘Professional and welcoming.’

‘Competent and flexible.’

‘Always responsive, and a great attitude.’