Dillon Eustace provides comprehensive advice on fund structuring, sub-fund establishment, and regulatory investigations. The team is led by Etain de Valera, who specialises in the establishment, structuring, and ongoing operation of investment funds. Donnacha O’Connor focuses on the structuring and authorisation of Irish-regulated investment funds, while Cillian Bredin advises on private debt, liability-driven investments, liquid alternatives, and emerging market funds. Shane Coveney is recognised for his expertise in ETFs, and Brian Higgins advises on the full spectrum of fund types, from UCITS to alternative investment funds. Brian Kelliher’s practice encompasses product design, contract negotiation, and all aspects of regulatory and compliance advice.
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- ‘What really sets this practice apart is the way they combine professionalism with a genuinely approachable and down-to-earth style. The team is extremely responsive — they are quick to turn things around and always flexible in adapting to our needs, which makes working with them seamless.'
- 'They maintain the highest level of professionalism, ensuring that we always feel confident in their advice and representation.’
- ‘Laura Goonan stands out as an exceptional partner to work with. She combines deep legal expertise with a very pragmatic and solutions-oriented approach, which makes her advice not only technically sound but also commercially useful.'
- ‘Dillon Eustace's team seems particularly invested in wanting to understand client perspectives and needs.’
- ‘The team is very responsive and has a strong understanding of market practices. The team strives to be practical and creative to reach solutions.’
- ‘The two primary individuals with whom we work are very responsive and have a strong understanding of market practices. They strive to be practical and creative to reach solutions.’
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Practice head
Etain de Valera
Other key lawyers
Donnacha O’Connor; Cillian Bredin ; Shane Coveney; Brian Higgins; Brian Kelliher; Laura Goonan