Covering the full array of contentious and non-contentious insurance mandates, Mason Hayes & Curran LLP is particularly well reputed for its insurance litigation practice, which has a wealth of experience handling disputes across the retail, technology and data breach, construction and healthcare sectors. Well-regarded for personal injury and property damage claims and coverage disputes, Rachel Kavanagh leads the contentious offering. Deirdre Munnelly is a key contact for the defence of public and employer liability, motor and product liability claims, while Rowena Fitzgerald is a key contact for domestic and international insurance undertakings and advising insurance distributors on their obligations. With expertise in asset sales, investigations and corporate governance, Liam Flynn spearheads the non-contentious and regulatory practice, which has a notable specialism in fintech mandates.
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- ‘Very experienced team with client-led service, firm and practical advice always ensuring the best outcome for clients at all stages of litigation.’
- ‘Rachel Kavanagh, Deirdre Munnelly and Richard Hogan are all expert lawyers with a wealth of experience.’
- ‘This team tends to be ahead of the curve in terms of how legal work is delivered. It’s not just about answering the legal question—it’s about framing it in a way that drives outcomes.’
- ‘The team is very capable and personable. The team brings a wide variety of experience and knowledge.’
- ‘The firm distinguishes itself through the quality and clarity of its legal work, particularly in the presentation of briefs and the depth of its analysis. What sets this practice apart is a consistent focus on precision, strategic thinking, and a modern approach to legal communication.’
- ‘The individual solicitors are always well-briefed, calm and responsive. They are focused on the clients’ best interests. A particular mention to Rachel Kavanagh, Deirdre Munnelly and Richard Hogan.’
- ‘The team has a strong, broad regulatory practice and are easy to work with.’
- ‘We work with Liam Flynn on insurance matters and appreciate his expertise, responsiveness and commercial approach to insurance regulatory issues in Ireland. He collaborates well with our team on international matters with an Irish element.’
Key clients
- AXA Group
- Greenlight Re, Ltd.
- Willis Towers Watson PLC
- Companjon Insurance
- Ecclesiastical Insurance
- Mediolanum International Life DAC
- Berkshire Hathaway International
- AmTrust International
- AIB life
- Zurich
- Tesco
- Lidl
- Chubb
- Great American Insurance
- HDI Global
- State Claims Agency
- BWG Foods
- Liberty Insurance
Work highlights
Represented CDB Aviation Lease Finance DAC since 2022 in multi-hundred-million-euro insurance coverage litigation against London and international insurers in the Irish Commercial Court under CDB’s contingent and possessed insurance cover arising out of the loss of several CDB-owned aircraft due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
Instructed by Chubb Insurance to defend a potential High Court claim against a technology company, where the claimant alleges that he sustained significant personal injuries as a result of a chemical spill at the insured’s manufacturing facility.
Advised Caulfield Insurance, a family-owned insurance brokerage in Northern Ireland, on its acquisition of an Irish registered insurance broker as part of a planned entry into the ROI market.
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Practice head
Liam Flynn; Rachel Kavanagh
Other key lawyers
Rowena Fitzgerald; Deirdre Munnelly; Richard Hogan