A&L Goodbody LLP advises a broad client base, including corporates, sponsors, financial institutions, and funds, on all aspects of domestic and international financial transactions. The practice is led by Peter Murray, who has extensive experience advising financial institutions on matters such as recapitalisation programmes and M&A activity. Niamh McMahon is a key contact for both domestic and international clients, with expertise spanning acquisition, project and asset finance matters, as well as debt restructuring work.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Market-leading technically, very commercial and highly responsive. My go-to legal adviser on any transaction.’
- ‘Very astute and practical advice with great understanding of the Irish market and the broad commercial picture.’
- ‘People are extremely knowledgeable and more than willing to support. The team has a strong understanding of complex transactions.'
- ‘A well-rounded team with strong partners supported by good quality associates.’
Key clients
- Allied Irish Banks, p.l.c.
- Wells Fargo International UC
- The Governor and Company of the Bank of Ireland
- Dalata Hotel Group plc
- Cairn Homes plc
- Exponent Private Equity PLC
- Therakos Development Limited
- Activate
Work highlights
Acted for the lenders to Kerry Co-Op on the sale by Kerry Group PLC of its Irish dairy division.
Advised the incoming lenders, Wells Fargo International Unlimited Company and Deutsche Bank AG, and the outgoing lender, Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, in connection with the refinancing and restructuring of various Kennedy Wilson and AXA/IM facilities in place in connection with a number of key assets in Dublin and Cork including the Alliance, Clancy Quay, Sandford, The Grange, and The Elysian.
Acted for Dalata Hotel Group p.l.c. in relation to the €600m refinancing of its existing term loan and revolving credit facility.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Peter Murray
Other key lawyers
Niamh McMahon