‘Excellent partners that are always on hand with a strong and capable bench underneath.’

‘Fully resourced team at all levels which is key for large-scale/time-sensitive transactions. Collaborate well across internal departments. Excellent availability of key individuals on transactions. Fees appropriate to transaction and no unmerited variations.’

‘David Fitzgerald has strong attention to detail, offers balanced legal advice and gets things done.’

‘The team is very responsive and understanding of issues.’

‘A deeper bench than any other practice in the city.’

‘Simon Hannigan has the confidence and brio to deliver for his client in most negotiations.’

‘Excellent firm with very approachable and easy-to-reach partners. Due to the size of firm, they have experience across multiple sectors but aren’t a size where partners don’t know each other well. Working well across multiple areas is a big plus when dealing with Eversheds.’

‘Terry O’Malley is probably the most approachable solicitor around. He is solution driven, which saves significant back and forth.’

‘A team with excellent knowledge of the sector that is very commercial in their dealings and understanding. They legally protect clients’ positions but understand the ultimate goal. They are very accessible and proactive with reaching out and professional and timely in all their responses.’

‘The team is extremely commercial, solutions oriented and cost conscious.’

‘The property team at MHC are really excellent. They are experts, and are extremely knowledgeable and competent in their area. They are excellent guides while navigating the complex world of property rights and contracts. They are extremely customer focused; they deal with requests rapidly and are always available when needed. They are extremely professional and communicate with clients extremely clearly and regularly as we work through different matters. Overall, they are an excellent team.’

‘Mason Hayes & Curran provides consistently excellent service in all areas of real estate. The team are experts in their field and importantly provide a level of responsiveness and duty of care for their clients which sets them ahead of other firms in my view.’

‘Cillian O’Boyle in the real estate team has a commercial focus, understanding what is deliverable while ensuring clients’ positions are always protected. His diligence post transaction means that focus is maintained on any post-closing items to be satisfied.’

‘A one-team collaborative approach.’

‘Karen Shiel is an excellent lawyer. She is really client centric and anticipates potential issues before they are raised as issues. She has also a very hands-on approach and has really good attention to detail. ’

‘A trustworthy, hardworking and knowledgeable team with excellent communication skills and clarity of thinking. There is a great depth to their team.’

‘Donal O’Raghallaigh demonstrates professionalism, expertise, and a genuine commitment to helping clients navigate complex deals.’ 

‘Emily Mac Nicholas’ significant experience in all things real estate law, tied in with her sound commercial acumen, make her a great partner to have on both complicated transactions which require significant input from both parties and less complicated leasing transactions where she uses prior experience to make the process smooth and simplistic without compromising on quality of outcome.’

‘A full-service team with a lot of capacity to cover big workloads within tight deadlines.’

‘William Fry is very proficient in the area of tenant representation. In terms of strengths the teams are efficient, easy to deal with and are good at providing direct advice and recommendations. Something that differentiates them from others firms is their communication skills and efficiency.’

‘The individuals in the company are very efficient to work with – they provide invaluable advice and are on hand to answer any queries. They are easy to contact and can join calls with limited notice. Aisling O’Gorman is an incredibly efficient and professional lawyer, and Edward Spain and Conor Treacy stand out for their sound and direct advice.’

‘All of the personnel in Addleshaw Goddard are exceptional. Their knowledge, approach and efficiency is the best in the industry. Communication is key to ensuring transactions happen – this is where Addleshaw Goddard are a cut above any other law firm in Dublin.’

‘Neil Burke in the real estate team is without doubt a leader in his field. His knowledge and approach ensure a seamless process whilst always having the client’s best interests at heart. He is not a distant lawyer but one that is very much part of the entire team to ensure the client secures the best outcome. He goes above and beyond.’

‘Professional, prepared and consistent.’

‘The team finds solutions to the many challenges that can arise in the sector. They are both approachable and available and provide a balanced service of technical and commercial acumen.’

‘Fidelma McManus stands out for her passion for the sector and her commitment. She is constantly horizon scanning and is both highly technically skilled and practical.’

‘Whilst a large firm they retain the feel of a local practice with their staff having no egos. Excellent access to partners in a diverse range of specialities.’

‘A team of subject matter experts with a strong focus on commerciality and problem solving.’

‘It is a privilege working with Byrne Wallace; they are professional, experts in their field, and have a genuine commitment to helping clients navigate complex legal issues.’

‘What truly sets them apart is their unwavering commitment. They genuinely stay invested in every deal and work tirelessly on behalf of clients. They have excellent relationships in the sector which also helps.’

‘Maples is an exceptional firm, consistently providing support regardless of the day or time. Their partners, who are recognized as experts in their respective industries, prioritize the needs of their clients above all else.’

‘The team at Maples is genuinely committed to providing the highest level of assistance. They consistently go the extra mile for their clients, ensuring they are always equipped with the most current information.’

‘Diarmuid Mawe is an exceptionally professional and talented commercial landlord and tenant lawyer.’

‘Ogier is very commercial and practical to deal with. They will go the extra mile to come up with commercial solutions for issues that arise during a transaction. They are proactive and responsive to requests. They will assist with any aspects of the transaction they can and give strong legal advice.’

‘Gavin Fitzgerald is a very commercial solicitor and will always seek to get commercial and practical outcomes while giving strong legal advice. We is very good and efficient to deal with.’

‘The team are very competent in what they do, have the necessary skillset to address key client concerns and are active in the market, which is important for keeping up with the latest trends and key commercial requirements from borrowers and lenders.’

‘The team is very commercial and can draw from their experience when required.’

‘Philip Lee LLP has the broad and specialist knowledge to deal with all queries. They have an excellent grasp of subject topics with real rather than just academic experience. This allows the firm to discuss the topic from a solutions perspective, as well as a clear legal advice perspective. They are timely in their responses and make themselves available for meetings/discussions at short notice. They have kept pace with modern technology advancements and meetings are extremely interactive.’

‘John O’Donoghue is exceptional in his profession with very good experience in a range of areas. He can both discuss openly a topic but also ultimately step back and give very clear advice.’

‘Overall an experienced go-to team for property work. They have good sector knowledge and provide a responsive and value-for-money service.’

‘Margaret Ring is outstanding – she provides an excellent and incredibly responsive service.’

‘RDJ has an excellent commercial approach. They are swift in all responses to queries and document turnaround times. The team is always available to take any queries and their advice is always clear.’

‘Dillon Eustace’s expertise in commercial leasing and landlord and tenant matters shows a thorough understanding of both the law and the commercial landscape around it. In addition, they operate a very fair and transparent approach to billing and at all times clients feel they are getting real value for money.’

‘Kelly O’Hara is an excellent practitioner. Her advice is always prompt, clear and based on common sense. Moreover, she always indicates a timeframe in which she will respond and does not leave clients wondering.’

‘Martin Colman is fantastic.’

‘A collaborative, proactive, easy-to-work-with team that is technically excellent and commercial in nature.’

‘Graham Quinn is friendly, reachable, proactive and commercial.’

‘The real estate team at Fieldfisher offers an excellent level of client service that is based upon clear and concise advice, professionalism and reliability. The team is always in tune with current trends in the real estate market, which enables them to offer the best advice to their clients. They are also approachable, responsive and always proactive in how they manage case files.’

‘Breen Purcell is an excellent solicitor who leads a fantastic real estate department. Breen is a problem solver and always able to offer a commercial view on matters.

‘The service provided by Fieldfisher makes the process seamless and stress free.’

‘With Hayes, whatever the particular issue to be resolved, there will be a partner/solicitor within the practice that can deal efficiently with the matter.’

‘The team at Hayes are very professional from a technical perspective but at their core they are solicitors with personality and just decent people in nature.’

‘Jackie Buckley and her team are very committed, and always looking for constructive solutions to move transactions forward. Their attention to detail is also exemplary.’

‘Holmes has a very client-focused ethos and provides excellent advice in plain language. They are very responsive and focus in on what really matters to get the transaction done.’

‘Sandra Egan continues to provide highly effective legal advice and delivers it with a clear focus on the client’s interests. She has a great ability to cut through the complexity of issues and provide clear and concise advice to facilitate informed decision making.’

‘Excellent solicitors with experience, practical focus and attention to the client’s needs.’

‘Clair Cassidy is the standout member of the LKS real estate team.’

‘Clair Cassidy is an invaluable legal advisor, always available and gives an excellent service.’

‘The team offers expertise and a practical approach to overcoming the inevitable hurdles.’

‘A team that is charismatic and honest in their approach and that offers well-researched and factual advice.’

‘They have a good depth of knowledge and are proactive in their management of matters.’

‘The team around Rachel Rodgers is very practice-oriented, reliable and fast. They understand the needs of lenders and collateral takers and their advice takes into account the specifics of the client.’

‘Rachel Rodgers gives clients confidence with her pragmatic advice. Her very good availability and flexibility should be emphasized.’

‘The firm has a strong and commercial approach. They are nimble and responsive.’

‘The team has a hands-on approach to resolving any hurdles in transactions. Rory McDonald and the team can be relied upon to complete deals in a timely and efficient manner.’

‘Rory McDonald provides exceptional support. Rory’s attention to detail, speed of response, and the thoroughness of his replies is brilliant.’

‘Very strong property team providing efficient, quality service.’

‘BHSM provides boutique-level firm service with big firm expertise. They have strong team retention, meaning there are long-standing relationships and knowledge of clients’ properties and arrangements going back years. This means time spent on briefing and getting up to speed is at a minimum and ensures nothing is missed.’

‘BHSM goes above and beyond to sort difficult title issues. They take a pragmatic approach when required and typically are solutions focused. This helps expedite matters and avoids costly litigation over what can be minor matters for both sides. Giles Smyth has extensive contacts in the legal and business world which are incredibly valuable to clients.’

‘The firm is very personally involved in getting clients’ transactions completed. They appear to have a vested interest in assisting the client and will assist in any way they can to find a successful solution.’

‘The main strength of the team is the quality of their people and how great they are to work with. They are commercial and efficient but very calm in their dealings with clients and counter parties.’

‘Ronan McLoughlin is a pleasure to deal with. He is very well respected and a very steady pair of hands. He is commercial and practical.’

‘It’s a good team that keeps clients regularly updated with ongoing projects.’

‘Dentons Ireland provides a great combination of local knowledge and expertise with all the breadth and depth of a global law firm.’

‘A very knowledgeable team that offers good customer service.’

‘Tom Dalton is excellent.’

‘An excellent, efficient and decisive team.’

‘The team is very dynamic and responsive as the main partner and senior staff are very accessible and get things done quickly and efficiently. The team has a very broad range of experience including knowledge of the planning system, which adds value.’

‘Julian Cunningham has a wealth of property experience which allows him to provide sound advice when issues arise. Julian is always at the end of the phone when needed which is a great comfort to clients when in the middle of stressful transactions.’

‘Very experienced in property matters, readily available for advice, trustworthy.’

‘The Gore & Grimes team is highly efficient and knowledgeable in a way that can steer clients correctly through many issues that arise in complex cases. It is a great feeling to be able to partner with a team with such in-depth knowledge and that can give great and correct advice.’

‘Gore & Grimes consistently punches above its weight in all aspects.’

‘The property team is very responsive and successful in achieving desired outcomes.’

‘Nicola Walsh is very hardworking, efficient and flexible with her time. She is professionally adept and a pleasure to work with.’

‘Lavelles displays an ability to develop solutions to complex real estate problems and to bring a wide range of other legal firms on board for complex transactions.’

‘Micheál Ó Mulláin’s availability is exceptional.’

‘O’Flynn Exhams has an excellent team when it comes to providing specialist and expert advice on all aspects of real estate law.’

‘Aeibhin Cahalan is an expert in commercial and large-scale property matters.’

‘The team do a remarkable job on various matters relating to real estate fund management, as well as operational issues within several asset classes (retail, offices and hotels). Over the years they build a very professional but also friendly relationship with clients.’

‘June Hynes always gives clients the attention they expect and comes back with agreeable solutions at short notice. She is always open to feedback on any matter and is very solution driven. She is very good in extracting the essence of a problem on short notice. She has a very good commercial sense in the industry.’

‘Quite simply the most commercial legal team in the retail property business.’

‘The team has a wide range of experience and knowledge which is used to deliver first-rate advice. The team ensures that clients get a consistent level of care, and billing is also fair for the work involved, and is also transparent.’

‘They deliver an excellent and efficient service, always putting the client’s needs first and using their analytical and research skills to achieve the best outcome.’

‘They have expertise in the law related to sustainability initiatives, such as green lease clauses for real estate matters, and the legalities surrounding on-site solar installation.’