With bases in Dublin and Galway, Flynn O'Driscoll has a wealth of experience in handling M&A and private equity deals. Founding partner Alan O’Driscoll is recognised for his expertise in the M&A and private equity spaces, and is regularly instructed by clients in the technology, healthcare, and food sectors. The practice is also recognised for representing corporates and investors in a range of matters. Other key practitioners include Gavin Lawlor, Mark Roberts and Galway-based David Ryan.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team is highly experienced, professional and efficient in achieving desired results within very tight timeframes. Can identify real issues / bottlenecks quickly and reduce time spend on noise. Solutions focussed instead of a focus on identifying problems. Highly recommend working with Flynn O'Driscoll.’

  • ‘Stand-out partner is David Ryan.’

  • ‘Flynn O'Driscoll is strongly client focused and notably practical, direct and dynamic in delivering on client requirements. After steady growth over several years, the firm has deep expertise across wide commercial practice areas, and is quite adept at drawing on internal resources to meet client needs. There is a "spring in the step" at Flynn O'Driscoll -- very competent professionals focused on supporting and delivering for clients engaged in wide-ranging commercial activities with diverse legal requirements. ’

  • ‘Cian O'Leary (Partner) is a highly competent commercial lawyer with an outstanding ability to grasp situations and client needs, as well as a strong commitment to support clients and deliver practical solutions. Cian is a highly valued resource to our team, and we greatly appreciate his involvement and contributions. ’

  • ‘Commercial and very pragmatic. Excellent advice and very strong commercially.’

  • ‘Each of the team members were very competent and patient. Most importantly, they were available.’

Key clients

  • Waterland Private Equity Ireland
  • Unity Technologies I.T. Limited
  • Pharmed Holdings Limited
  • Bissegem Unlimited Company
  • Siteridge Limited (Red FM)
  • Carducci Holdings DAC (City Bin)
  • Portatare Limited
  • CJ Fallon Unlimited Company
  • Weston Office Solutions Limited
  • Blue Giant
  • Air Nostrum
  • Ideal Tridon Group
  • Aergo Capital

Work highlights

  • Advised Writech Group on the financing and acquisition of Ce Sprinkler, a leading Swedish fire-protection business.
  • Represented The City Bin Co and its shareholders in its sale to Thorntons Recycling.
  • Advised Pharmed on the sale of Accuscience Ireland and Medilink Services to Diploma.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Alan O’Driscoll, David Ryan, Gavin Lawlor, Mark Roberts

Other key lawyers

Cian O’Leary, Diann Cannon