Beauchamps LLP regularly advises on governance, infrastructure, and regulatory matters affecting clients in the public sector. The practice is co-led by Pat McInerney, who focuses on public administrative law, regulatory compliance and dispute resolution work; and Imelda Reynolds, who provides governance advice to a broad mix of public bodies and and private sector companies. Áine Smith has in-depth expertise in matters throughout the entire procurement lifecycle, from initial scoping and pre-market engagement through to contract awards and supporting clients in challenge-proofing procedures.
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- ‘Beauchamps offers a comprehensive range of legal services from an experienced team that provides consistent, practical and efficient service. Beauchamps delivers cohesive and impactful information, ensuring that as clients, we receive prompt, reliable advice from exceptionally knowledgeable professionals.’
- ‘Knowledge of the law is excellent, they have the relevant specialist resources available to meet your needs. The team have a very strong work ethic and always provides an exceptional service.’
- ‘Áine Smith is very knowledgeable and has excellent communication skills. She has a very strong work ethic and always provides advice in a timely manner. Overall, Áine exceeds expectations.’
- ‘Strong approachable team with diverse experience, very knowledgeable and commercially aware. They work very well as a team to provide cohesive, comprehensive advice.’
- ‘Imelda Reynolds- a fountain of knowledge and experience- a trusted adviser to our organisation.’
- ‘We have used Beauchamps as legal advisers for an extended period and appreciate their on-the-ball legal knowledge, enthusiasm for public sector work, and easy manner.’
Key clients
- Health Service Executive
- Arts Council
- Enterprise Ireland
- daa plc
- Maritime Area Regulatory Authority
- Dublin Port Company
- Office of the Director of Authorised Intervention, Tuam
- Dundalk Institute of Technology
- Greyhound Racing Ireland
- Tailte Éireann
- Educational Research Centre
Work highlights
Advised the National Asset Management Agency (NAMA) on the transfer of its social housing vehicle National Asset Residential Property Services DAC (NARPS) to the Land Development Agency (LDA).
Advising the Arts Council on matters arising from the Business Transformation Programme.
Advising Maritime Area Regulatory Authority as a newly constituted body across all legal matters.
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Pat McInerney
Practice head
Pat McInerney; Imelda Reynolds
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Áine Smith