With a diverse client roster across the banking, data protection, insurance, aviation, regulatory and motor sectors, Whitney Moore is home to a well-established team of litigation lawyers. Co-head Michael Ohle has deep experience across the full gamut of commercial disputes, notably breach of warranty claims, commercial contract litigation and shareholder disputes, with niche skills in property-related disputes. Well-versed in IP disputes is co-head Robin Hayes, who handles trade mark and patent infringements and revocations. Colin Hayes is particularly skilled in automotive and aviation mandates, and Vicky Riordan excels in banking litigation and enforcement work.
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- ‘We used WM for our air carrier defence litigation needs in Ireland. We consider them the best firm in Ireland for that purpose. They understand our client's needs, the relevant law and advise in a practical and efficient manner.’
- ‘We work with Colin Haynes and Aine Kelly. They are user-friendly, realistic and responsive.’
- ‘Colin Hayes, a partner in their dispute resolution team, is very approachable and quick to respond with helpful advice.’
- ‘Whitney Moore have a long-standing strong reputation in the Dispute resolution and insolvency restructuring space. Very good technical knowledge and good at pulling in wider firm skill sets as required.’
- ‘Michael Ohle is a very strong solicitor providing confident technical and commercial advice. Highly recommended.’
Key clients
- Global Aerospace
- Nissan
- Swissport
- Bank of Ireland
- Allied Irish Banks plc
- Allianz plc
- AIG
- La Reunion Aerienne
- American Airlines
- Permanent TSB
Work highlights
Acting for Global Aerospace as lead insurer and Swiss Re International SE and 19 other insurers in their capacity as “All Risks Insurers” in Defence of Commercial Court proceedings in respect of aircraft and engines leased to Russian Airlines and the consequences of the invasion of Ukraine.
Acting for a well-known Australian, London based restructuring professional, in Commercial Court litigation brought by Globoforce Group plc trading as Workhuman.
Acting for Original Smooth Company in trade mark infringement proceedings against Primark in respect of its highly successful “Smooth Stick” beauty and self care product.
Practice head
Michael Ohle; Robin Hayes
Other key lawyers
Colin Hayes; Vicky Riordan; Aine Kelly