Arthur Cox Legal 500

Arthur Cox is one of the founding signatories of Pro Bono Pledge Ireland, an initiative that calls on the legal profession to work to promote access to justice by providing free legal assistance to those in need. The pledge was developed by an independent group of law firms, lawyers and in-house legal teams operating in the Republic of Ireland, who joined forces to reaffirm their commitment to providing pro bono services in Ireland. The engagement is coordinated by PILA (Public Interest Law Alliance, a FLAC project). These initiatives aim to educate our lawyers on ESG policies and regulations so that they are able to provide legal advice to our clients on ESG issues. « Arthur Cox`s intellectual property team has the unique ability to look around corners and solve potential problems in our business before they have a chance to materialize. Olivia Mullooly and her team consistently provide world-class advice in a clear and concise manner (despite the tight deadlines our company often demands). Arthur Cox is the ultimate trusted advisor and values maintaining our strong lawyer-client relationship. The depth of legal knowledge throughout the firm sets Arthur Cox apart from other law firms. We particularly appreciate their ability to work together across departments to ensure that we can see and understand the bigger picture at an early stage. « Other law firms would do well to recognize that more than ever, clients are looking for solutions to problems, ideas and solutions, not just translations of regulations and laws. Arthur Cox delivers this. Our history has been defined by our progressive vision.

For over 100 years, we have been a leader in the legal field in Ireland and we are continuously working to achieve our goals. For our customers, we work to provide the best service and support. With a spirit of independent and entrepreneurial innovation at the forefront. « A strong law firm focused on the Irish market. Legal advice that you can always trust and know that your legal situation is fully protected. Rachel has over 20 years of business development experience in the legal profession and specializes in client retention and development strategies to ensure lasting relationships and competitive advantage at home and abroad. She focuses on strategic lead generation; accounts receivable programs and strategic teams; customer satisfaction, experience and value initiatives; Marketing and business development programs as well as the creation, execution and management of industry and client events. « Arthur Cox`s team provides invaluable advice to get straight to the point and resolve any legal issues that may arise, highlighting the key sections of each agreement that need to be considered from a business perspective. » « Conor McCarthy – a very strong M&A lawyer who has made it his mission to truly understand his clients` key cases and issues and really increase the value of the legal support he provides – a lawyer to watch. » Our ESG team works with our clients to identify and integrate ESG priorities at all levels of their business.

We advise our clients in areas such as energy transition, climate protection, sustainable financing and green bonds, sustainable real estate investments and development as well as green leases. The team worked with financial institutions to develop loan programs for minority communities, and we also provided advice on financing social housing. On the governance side, we have advised our clients on the legal aspects of ESG investments as well as on ESG reporting issues, ESG record keeping and green washing issues. Arthur Cox LLP is one of Ireland`s leading law firms. We are an « All Island » company with offices in Dublin and Belfast. We also have offices in London, New York and San Francisco. With over 530 legal staff and a total of 740 staff, the firm`s practice covers all aspects of Irish corporate and business law and provides comprehensive service to an international client base ranging from established global leaders and multinational organisations to government agencies and legal bodies, to public and private companies, banks and financial institutions to new players in emerging markets. Industries. The firm: With more than 350 lawyers in Belfast, Dublin, London, New York and Silicon Valley and nearly 100 employees in Belfast alone, Arthur Cox provides a comprehensive service to an international client base ranging from multinational organizations, banks and financial institutions to established global industry leaders, government agencies and new players in the technology and media sectors. The firm`s authoritative reputation is based on proven professional skills, a thorough understanding of client requirements, good judgment and a practical approach to solving legal and business problems.

Colin has extensive experience advising national and international clients on information management issues, with his privacy and information technology practice covering all aspects of data processing across all industries. His practice is also heavily focused on commercial IT agreements. Colin is a frequent speaker on privacy and freedom of information issues, including at the Data Protection Leadership Forum, which the group launched in 2019. He also writes frequently for various legal journals on the above topics. Since our establishment in 1920, we have been at the forefront of developments in the legal profession in Ireland. Imelda Shiel`s partner +353 1 920 1070 imelda.shiels@arthurcox.com « I would particularly like to identify their ability to explain and communicate complex legal issues to people with little or no legal experience, and the clarity – in language and thought – of the written advice they provided as commendable. They are very available and often proactive and take the initiative to make us aware of things that might interest us. We feel like they are part of our team and vice versa. « The team really understands their discipline. They offer me a perspective that I don`t have and allow me to look at the advice I receive in a well-understood legal context. They make the client and others feel like they`re part of the larger team, and at no point do they make you feel like you can`t ask a question, no matter how insignificant it may seem to you. They have been professional and responsive with us to ensure that we are in control of the situation.

The team reflects diversity; There is a strong leadership of women and a sense of equality in the team. « We continued to work extensively with Arthur Cox throughout the year and found that they maintained their exceptionally high standards in terms of the quality of the work they produce, the knowledge they give us on legal issues that reflect our industry, and the quality of their commitment. Despite the complexity and seriousness of some of the topics they have worked on with us, it is a really enjoyable and always informative experience to work with them. « Unparalleled legal expertise, combined with a commercially intelligent and pragmatic mindset, make this team the best on the market. « Reliable, accessible, efficient, convenient and comprehensive. I can always pick up the phone for inquiries, big and small, and make sure I get first-class practical legal advice that can be applied by the company. « The breadth of experience is evident in the advice they give. It is extremely helpful to have lawyers who actively represent clients before the regulator so that they can offer settlement advice on a regular basis. The outstanding feature of this team is the commercial legal advice provided each time in a digestible and well-received manner in business. For more information, see arthurcox.com/about-us/discover-our-culture/sustainable-business/ Migrants` Rights: Many migrants face the challenge of having access to legal mechanisms to enforce the rights of their workers, as what is required by law is not always the reality experienced by vulnerable migrant workers.

The Migrant Rights Centre Ireland is a national organisation working for justice, empowerment and equality for migrants and their families. Arthur Cox works closely with the Migrant Rights Centre Ireland on case handling, training and educational institutions and institutional support such as GDPR and job training. An example of this partnership is a recommendation we have adopted to represent an immigrant who has been deported to Ireland and forced to do unpaid work in the context of human trafficking and modern slavery proceedings. « Eve Mulconry is a strength. It is a leader in trade and advances our business objectives through innovative legal strategies. Pro Bono`s work is an integral part of our sustainable business strategy. We believe that universal access to justice is essential for the rule of law. We provide free legal services to a wide range of clients, from individual refugees and people at risk of homelessness to non-profit organizations and charities. Providing high-quality legal services to those who cannot afford to pay has long been part of the firm`s culture and our commitment to giving back to the communities where we live and work.