Arthur Cox offers comprehensive expertise across portfolio acquisitions, EMTN programmes, IPOs, and share listings. The practice is co-led by Phil Cody, who advises on a wide range of debt instruments, including corporate bonds, high-yield products, and retention financings; and Cian McCourt, who handles major public and private transactions with a focus on equity capital markets and corporate finance work. Aiden Small has strong experience in securitisations, structured finance, and private funds issues. Peter Murphy regularly advises banks on significant risk transfer deals, structured finance work, and regulatory capital transactions, and Maura McLaughlin excels in ECM mandates. David Vos is frequently involved in IPOs and capital raising matters, while Sinead Crowley is another key figure noted for her broad work in this space.
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Testimonials
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- ‘They're generally just very easy to work with - collaborative, good-humoured and very organised. We can always rely on Arthur Cox to steer us in the right direction and to drive a deal.’
- ‘Peter Murphy is excellent and our go-to lawyer in the Irish market, especially for transactions where Ireland is the main jurisdiction and the level of work involved is significant and complex. He is very calm, pragmatic and unflappable.’
- ‘This practice distinguishes itself through its combination of deep subject-matter expertise, commercial acumen, and responsiveness. The team consistently demonstrates a strong understanding, not only of the law but also of the commercial realities and pressures facing clients.'
- ‘Phil Cody deserves specific mention. He combines authoritative technical knowledge with an approachable and pragmatic style. He leads his team with clarity and urgency when the situation requires it. He stands out for his professionalism, depth of expertise, and commercial judgement. Neil Murphy, Senior Associate who supports Phil, is equally impressive.’
- ‘Depth of experience, not just in the local market but also some world-class product expertise.’
- ‘Super responsive and always pragmatic, plus always friendly to deal with. The Arthur Cox team have great market knowledge and a great client following, so can always provide context and visibility beyond pure legal points to optimise transactions.’
Key clients
- Bank of Cyprus plc
- Flutter Entertainment plc
- FlyBade (India) Private Limited (Hunch Mobility)
- Avadel Pharmaceuticals plc
- TE Connectivity plc
- CRH plc
- Canadian Apartment Properties REIT (Capreit)
- Kerry Group plc
- Greencore Group plc
- Ryanair Holdings plc
- Flutter Entertainment plc
- Mural Oncology plc
Work highlights
Advised the Bank of Cyprus on its listing on the Athens Stock Exchange (ATHEX) and delisting from the London Stock Exchange (LSE).
Advised TE Connectivity on the successful transition of the place of incorporation of its publicly traded parent company from Switzerland to Ireland.
Advised NIQ Global Intelligence plc on its $1.05bn initial public offering and listing of its ordinary shares on the NYSE.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading partners: Capital markets: Debt
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners: Capital markets: Equity
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Next Generation Partners: Capital markets: Debt
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Peter Murphy
Leading associates: Capital markets: Equity
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Phil Cody; Cian McCourt
Other key lawyers
Aiden Small; Peter Murphy; David Vos; Sinead Crowley; Brendan Kennedy; Neil Murphy; Maura McLaughlin