Praised as ‘commercially savvy’, A&L Goodbody LLP’s Ireland disputes and investigations team stands out for its combination of deep local expertise and international reach, which it leverages in complex, high-value disputes and investigations, frequently appearing before the Commercial Court. Heading up the group is Dario Dagostino, who is renowned for advising on the full lifecycle of regulatory matters, notably representing a domestic and international client roster of financial institutions, senior management and boards in business critical investigations. Alongside is co-head Sarah Murphy, who has particular expertise in corporate, financial services, insurance, pensions and product liability disputes. Enda Hurley leverages deep experience advising corporate and regulated clients on the full gamut of M&A, real estate, insurance and finance-related litigation. Tom Casey is a key port of call for commercial clients in the full gamut of contentious issues, while Kenan Furlong is active in high-profile corporate crises spanning white-collar crime claims, reputational issues and business crime disputes. Ciarán O’Conluain is also a strong member of the team.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The AL Goodbody commercial litigation team is highly regarded and commercially savvy. Highly recommended.’
- ‘Litigation partners, Sarah Murphy and Ciaran Ó Conluain both lead the way in their strategic and commercial approach to complex litigation cases. Would highly recommend both.’
- ‘Very personable demeanour, very short response time. Clear, technical explanation of the situation. Understandable and practical options for action. Responsible exchange of views.'
- ‘Denise Daly Byrne is a fantastic advocate for our company. She consistently provides an attentive and professional service, offering advice that is not only excellent but also considered and pragmatic. Her thoughtful approach and deep understanding make her a trusted and valued adviser.’
- ‘Responsiveness, business acumen and understanding of client business and operational needs and objectives.’
- ‘Hannah Shaw has a high level of client engagement, is highly responsive and analytical.’
Key clients
- Intermediate Capital Group plc
- Bank of Ireland
- Teneo Ireland
- Bank of Ireland
- Man Truck
- Multiple aircraft lessors
- British American Tobacco
- Volkswagen Group AG and Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited
- Trustee of Amcor Pension Scheme
- Trustee of large defined benefit scheme
- Petersen Energia
Work highlights
Advising ten parties on a complex multi-jurisdictional dispute being litigated in the Commercial List of the Irish High court arising from an alleged conspiracy to prevent an Irish listed multinational company from effecting a capital restructuring and entering into a high-value transaction involving the acquisition of a competitor.
Advising Bank of Ireland which has brought a novel test case seeking to challenge the Irish jurisprudence on surcharge interest.
Advising the Joint Liquidators of GTLK, an aircraft and maritime leasing company formerly controlled by a Russian Federation state body but headquartered in Dublin, in claims under GTLK’s policies of insurance for the No 38 fleet of aircraft that were leased to Russian airlines at the outbreak of the invasion of Ukraine by Russia in 2022.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Sarah Murphy
Ciarán Ó Conluain
Practice head
Dario Dagostino; Sarah Murphy
Other key lawyers
Enda Hurley; Tom Casey; Kenan Furlong; Hannah Shaw; Ciaran Ó Conluain; Denise Daly Byrne