Corporate/M&A
Global Guide 2024 : Ireland
Band 3
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Provided by LK Shields Solicitors LLP
Business leaders and entrepreneurs in all industry sectors choose our Merger and Acquisitions team as we can advise from transaction inception to completion.
We have comprehensive knowledge covering public and private deals, recommended or hostile takeovers, joint ventures, strategic alliances, spin-offs, tender offers, distressed sales, public to private transactions, management buy-outs, management buy-ins and transactions involving foreign purchasers.
Our Mergers and Acquisitions Unit brings added value because:
- We understand that the client is the most important party in the transaction and that an acquisition or sale of a company can be a huge event in a client’s life.
- We invest time to understand our client’s business and strategic objectives so that we can assist them in achieving those objectives.
- Our partners are involved extensively throughout the entire process and clients have access at all times to the partner(s) involved.
- We operate on a commercial basis, keep legal issues in perspective and are in tune with the objectives of the client.
Chambers Review
LK Shields possesses a well-regarded M&A department which represents clients in both domestic and cross-border transactions. The lawyers are also knowledgeable in topics such as management buyouts and strategic partnership agreements. The law firm has additional expertise advising private equity and venture capital funds on corporate mandates and investments.
Work Highlights
- LK Shields advised the shareholders of Automatic Plastics on the sale of the company to Comar.
Notable Practitioners
Emmet Scully regularly acts for venture capital and private equity funds on transactions and investments.
"Emmet brings a huge amount of experience, technical knowledge and commercial awareness."
"Emmet Scully is very good."
Jennifer McGuire advises on a range of sales, acquisitions and investments. She has experience advising international clients on cross-border transactions.
Ranked Lawyers at
LK Shields Solicitors LLP
Ireland
Members
Provided by LK Shields Solicitors LLP
Head of Department
Marco Hickey
Philip Daly
Richard Curran
Ruairi Mulrean
Industries
Provided by LK Shields Solicitors LLP
Broadcasting and media
Energy including oil, gas and waste management
Engineering services
Financial services
Food and drink
Information technology, digital media and gaming
Pharmaceuticals and medical devices
Print paper and packaging
Professional services
Retail