Fieldfisher remains noted for real estate and development finance, including sizeable acquisition financings for commercial and student accommodation buildings. The firm is also active in financings for the technology and renewable energy sectors. It advises a range of Irish and European banks, international funds and developers. The firm frequently advises Home Building Finance Ireland on development financings, including affordable and social housing developments. Real estate finance specialist Breen Purcell and acquisition finance and project finance expert Feilim O’Caoimh are experienced practitioners. Paddy Smyth and Elaine Traynor provide further partner-level expertise.
Testimonials
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‘Ability to distil and resolve complex legal issues efficiently, together with excellent negotiating skills makes FieldFisher a longstanding valued business partner.’
‘Partner Paddy Smith and all his colleagues are expert legal professionals time after time and a pleasure to deal with. ’
Key clients
- Home Building Finance Ireland
- eEnergy Group
Work highlights
- Advised Home Building Finance Ireland on a number of development finance facilities including a series of affordable and social housing developments throughout Ireland.
- Advised McCafferty's Bars & Hospitality Group on the acquisition of a landmark bar in Dublin City Centre and the refinancing of a portfolio of regional bars and restaurants owned by various companies within the group.