Walkers has a substantial asset and aviation finance practice in its Dublin office, which is supported by the firm’s wider global presence. Under the leadership of Matt Hedigan and Killian McSharry, the team has a solid track record in advising on warehouse facilities, leasing platforms, restructurings and refinancings, to name a few areas of strength. The client roster includes investment funds, financial institutions and lessors. Of counsel Elliot Milton is a name to note.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team has a strong track record in asset finance with deep knowledge of the industry and types of financing.'

  • ‘Killian McSharry - excellent all rounder. Extremely responsive, results oriented, pragmatic and commercial.’

  • ‘Killian McSharry - very approachable and outgoing. He is very commercially aware of market norms and making sure our risks are lowered on any deal. Great lawyer.'

  • 'Team is highly skilled.’
  • ‘I have worked closely with Matt Hedigan and Killian McSharry. Both are leading industry experts with excellent technical ability and easy to work with. Matt Hedigan leads the Asset Finance practice in Dublin. He is an excellent asset finance lawyer working on very sophisticated transactions and should be considered as highly regarded.’

  • 'Killian McSharry (Partner) is knowledgeable, attentive and a pleasure to work with. Róisín O'Connor (Associate) is recommended.'
  • ‘Killian McSharry and Ed Butler are very personable and practical. Nothing is ever an issue and they offer a very efficient service (and within agreed fee quotes).'

  • ‘Having worked closely with Killian McSharry over the last year, he has an ability to make you feel like you're his only client. He asks the right questions to ensure a smooth and efficient outcome. Ed Butler is a very valuable asset to the Walkers asset finance team. He is extremely responsive and diligent in his work. A pleasure to deal with!’

Key clients

  • Airborne Capital Limited
  • Aergo Capital
  • AMCK
  • CALC
  • Castlelake
  • Citi Group
  • Clover Aviation Capital
  • LCI
  • PIMCO
  • SMBC Aviation Capital

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Matt Hedigan, Killian McSharry

Other key lawyers

Elliot Milton, Ed Butler, Róisín O'Connor