Tughans’ dedicated insolvency, business recovery and restructuring practice regularly acts for clients in the Republic of Ireland and England & Wales, and covers a broad spectrum of disputes and advisory matters. Spearheading the team is senior partner Toby McMurray, whose recent instructions include handling the Northern Irish aspects of major restructuring plans. The wider team includes Ellen Forester and Caroline McAlister, who support McMurray on all aspects of debt recovery mandates.
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‘A very well-known and highly respected firm.’
‘Toby McMurray is excellent - very highly thought of, knowledgeable and pragmatic.’
‘They provide market-leading advice. Their advice is always commercial and solution-driven. We use Tughans on our largest and most complicated cases.’
‘Toby McMurray is a leader in his field. The go-to lawyer for insolvency in Northern Ireland - a trusted advisor. Ellen Forester is a great lawyer - she matches strong technical knowledge with commercial outcomes for clients.’
‘Tughans' restructuring/insolvency team in Belfast is brilliant at what they do. They are personable and enjoyable to work with. Their technical knowledge is sound and they are a safe pair of hands.’
‘Tughans overall provide a professional, efficient, warm and friendly service. There is no stuffiness or arrogance from any team members. I would have no hesitation in recommending Tughans to anyone.’
Key clients
- Keenan Corporate Finance
- Diageo Northern Ireland Limited
- Northern Ireland Co-Operation Overseas Limited
- BDO NI
- C-Retail Limited (Superdry)
- Dobbies Garden Centres Limited
- Teneo Financial Advisory Limited
- Interpath Advisory
- KPMG
- Garlor Limited
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Practice head
Toby McMurray
Other key lawyers
Ellen Forester; Caroline McAlister