Mason Hayes & Curran LLP is well-regarded for its expertise in financial regulation, technology, and data protection. The team is led by Rowena Fitzgerald, who offers strategic, commercial, and practical regulatory advice to financial services firms operating or establishing a presence in Ireland, and Liam Flynn, who has specialist knowledge in emerging sectors such as the AI, fintech, and insurtech spaces. Sarah Cloonan regularly advises clients on how regulatory frameworks affect the rollout of new technologies and supports them in securing the necessary regulatory approvals.
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  • ‘Rowena Fitzgerald is strong and has good knowledge of our business.’
  • ‘The FinReg team is highly responsive and provides business-centric advice, always providing options in how to deal with regulatory challenges.'
  • ‘Sarah Cloonan is an expert in her field. She keeps the best outcome for the client in mind.'
  • ‘First-class experience with the team in MHC. Knowledgeable, friendly, work done in a timely manner.'

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Sarah Cloonan
Sarah Cloonan
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Liam Flynn; Rowena Fitzgerald

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Sarah Cloonan