Capital markets

McCann FitzGerald LLP

McCann FitzGerald LLP has an outstanding history in securitisation, structured finance, derivatives, covered bonds and public bond offerings, among other areas. Fergus Gillen is a leader in auto-finance securitisations and RMBS transactions, while Hugh Beattie is a leader in CLOs. Éamon Ó Cuív is rated for green finance deals, with Adrian Farrell noted for a variety of structured finance transactions. In ECM, the firm has a significant market share of substantial capital raises and has a solid background in IPOs, corporate restructurings, public M&A and de-SPAC deals. Stephen FitzSimons and Gill Lohan are key names on the ECM front. Judith Lawless and David Byers have retired.

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Testimonials

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‘Adrian Farrell in particular is incredibly approachable, knows our business really well and is well known and respected in the industry. He always adds value in the work he does for us.’
‘The team was very helpful and constructive, consistently taking a proactive problem-solving approach with a timely turnaround.’
‘Hugh Beattie was instrumental in helping grow our business in Ireland.’
‘The McCann's team are knowledgeable, very responsive and helpful. They always deliver with excellence.’

Key clients

Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Ireland
Kosmos Insurance
Allied Irish Banks
Electricity Supply Board
SMBC Aviation Capital
Citigroup Global Markets
Andorra Banc Agricol Reig
National Treasury Management Agency
BNP Paribas Securities , Citigroup Global Markets, ING Financial Markets, Rabo Securities USA
Direct Selling Acquisition Corp
Kenmare Resources
Twin Ridge Capital Acquisition Corp
Mallinckrodt restructuring (MNK II)

Work highlights

Acted as lead counsel to ESB on the issue of €500m of 4.25% 12-year green bonds through its subsidiary ESB Finance DAC.
Acted for the initial purchasers on a $2.75bn green bond issuance made by Smurfit Kappa Treasury.

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