Rhona Henry
Matheson LLPMatheson LLP‘s ’highly skilled‘ construction team has considerable strength in advising major contractors, but its broad client base extends to developers, technology and pharmaceutical companies, and funders. The team has an excellent reputation for advising on the development of large-scale projects across the residential, hotel, office and technology sectors, and also handles a steady stream of construction dispute mandates. ’Industry expert‘ Rhona Henry and Nicola Dunleavy SC, who leads on contentious matters, head the practice. The ’excellent‘ Alison Bearpark, who joined from RDJ LLP in April 2023, and Ruadhán Kenny, who was promoted to partner in January 2024, are also noted.
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‘The team has an ability to understand the nuances and detail of complex matters quickly and give excellent technical advice focused on essential issues. They have a proactive, solution-orientated approach focused on clients' requirements.’
‘They stand out for their personal touch, awareness of business requirements, and for how they are able to adapt.’
‘Alison Bearpark impresses for her professionalism and quick response times. In construction, quick and simple answers are often required. Alison will always return calls and follow up on items when necessary.'
‘Matheson’s construction team is highly skilled and always delivers on time. Their advice is accurate, clear and comprehensive and their support and in-depth industry experience are highly valuable. Overall, their knowledge of construction law and practice is second to none.’
‘Rhona Henry is an industry expert in all things construction related. Both Rhona and Alison Bearpark are excellent lawyers and have an innate ability to condense incredibly complex and contentious issues into digestible, pragmatic legal and commercial advice. Their support and in-depth knowledge of the legal framework, the commercial backdrop and clients' need are invaluable.’
‘Nicola Dunleavy is extremely competent. Ruadhán Kenny always given his full attention and excellent support.'
‘Rhona Henry stands out for the personal touch. She understands in contract negotiation, for example, that not everything can be achieved; however, she’s pragmatic and understands business from both sides of the fence. Clients always feel that they are in safe and practical hands when dealing with Rhona.’
'Alison Bearpark is an excellent partner and is always willing to go the extra mile to get deals over the line.'
Key clients
- AM alpha
- Aramark Corporation
- Ballymore Group
- Brown-Forman Corporation
- Cardinal
- Chartered Land
- CLH Aviation
- Gallico Developments
- Google Ireland Limited
- Hines
- Horizon Therapeutics PLC
- Killiney Estates Limited
- Oxley Holdings Limited
- Park Developments Group
- Round Hill Capital
- Saint-Gobain Weber Limited
- SSE plc
- Sisk Group
- Tenable
- Tudor Homes
- Workday Inc
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Alison Bearpark
Matheson LLPRuadhán Kenny
Matheson LLPPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Rhona Henry, Nicola Dunleavy