Dispute Resolution
Global Guide 2024 : Ireland
Band 1
Contact number
+353 1 639 5000About
Provided by William Fry LLP
Our Litigation & Dispute Resolution Department has a reputation as a market leader focused on delivering results for clients. We represent our clients at all levels of the Courts and dispute resolution whether by way of conciliation, mediation or arbitration, is a particular strength of the Department. In particular we are known for our expertise in domestic and international commercial disputes.
Our key practice areas are:
- Administrative & Public Law
- Corporate Disputes
- Defamation & Privacy
- Financial Services
- Intellectual Property
- Insolvency & Corporate Recovery
- Insurance
- Commercial Property
- Projects & Construction
- Healthcare
- Product Regulation & Liability
As a full-service law firm we are able to draw on the expertise of our colleagues in Tax, Corporate, and Competition & Regulation as well as industry sector specialists to create multi-disciplinary teams to support you to achieve the best outcome. We pride ourselves on delivering innovative solutions for clients.
Chambers Review
William Fry offers expertise across a wide range of commercial and administrative law disputes. The practice handles a strong caseload of cross-border banking or shareholder disputes that often entail the coordination of civil or criminal actions with local counsel in foreign jurisdictions. Lawyers in the team frequently act for regulators and for regulated entities on Irish public law litigation, including challenges to appeals against decisions taken by the competition or telecoms regulators. The team is well equipped to advise on arbitration and mediation proceedings. The law firm's client list includes high net worth individuals who are the subject of regulatory investigations. The law firm additionally offers a respected healthcare team that handles medical negligence or product liability claims.
Work Highlights
- William Fry advised Glanbia on the prosecution of proceedings related to the supply of defective products.
Strengths
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"The team handles cases in a very thorough manner with huge attention to detail, while being sensitive to the issues and characters involved. The lawyers' high standards and perseverance help to bring matters to a resolution."
"The lawyers are exceptional advisers who are highly responsive and take a client-partnering approach."
"The team bends over backwards to be helpful."
"William Fry is highly capable of dealing with complex and sophisticated commercial litigation. In particular, the law firm has unparalleled experience in complex jurisdictional disputes."
"The team is knowledgeable of the law and process. The lawyers listen attentively to the client are available when required."
"The team handles cases in a very thorough manner with huge attention to detail, while being sensitive to the issues and characters involved. The lawyers' high standards and perseverance help to bring matters to a resolution."
"The lawyers are exceptional advisers who are highly responsive and take a client-partnering approach."
"The team bends over backwards to be helpful."
"William Fry is highly capable of dealing with complex and sophisticated commercial litigation. In particular, the law firm has unparalleled experience in complex jurisdictional disputes."
"The team is knowledgeable of the law and process. The lawyers listen attentively to the client are available when required."
Notable Practitioners
Owen O'Sullivan stands out for his advice to high net worth individuals on regulatory investigations and investment disputes.
"Owen O'Sullivan is excellent to work with."
Garrett Breen has diverse public and civil litigation experience that ranges from the defence of government departments in regulatory investigations through to the handling of cross-border claims that relate to alleged corporate raiding of international target companies. He is additionally well versed in planning disputes.
"Garrett Breen is very quick to respond, very helpful and has good industry knowledge."
"He is a really excellent, very calm and measured solicitor."
"He ensures that the client's best interests are always at the forefront of his actions."
Paul Convery rises in the rankings having attracted attention from market commentators for his successful financial services litigation practice. He is additionally seen advising on commercial disputes including contractual breaches.
"Paul Convery is a savvy and perceptive litigator with very strong technical knowledge and a calm, unfussy style."
"By taking the time to understand individual circumstances, Paul provides tailored legal strategies and solutions."
"He is very strong."
Ranked Lawyers at
William Fry LLP
Ireland
Members
Provided by William Fry LLP
Charleen O'Keeffe
Colette Brady
Craig Soman
Fergus Doorly
Fiona Barry
Head of Department
Gerard James
Laura Murdock
Laura Scott
Richard Breen
Ruairi Rynn
Clients
Provided by William Fry LLP
Allied Irish Banks plc (AIB)
Boehringer Ingelheim
Commission for Communication Regulation (ComReg)
Danbywiske (Monaghan Mushrooms)
Davy
GlaxoSmithKline
Merck Sharpe Dohme (MSD)
NAMA
Tesco
Industries
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Banks
Banks
Chemicals
Commercial & Professional Services
Construction & Materials
Consumer Product Manufacturing
Financial Services
Food & Drink Producers
Forestry & Paper
Health Care
Industrial Engineering
Insurance
Mining & Metals
Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
Private Clients / Individuals
Real Estate
Retail
Software & Computer Services
Sports
Telecommunications
Transportation