Maples Group has made a further mark in funds, banking and financial services litigation, including high-value cases before the Irish courts. It has represented clients in a series of cross-border tax disputes and loan enforcement matters, while gaining further traction in regulatory investigations and enforcement, real estate cases and professional liability. Alan O’Sullivan leads the litigation and dispute resolution team with an established background in banking and insolvency litigation, among other areas. Brian Clarke is an experienced figure in commercial disputes. Karole Cuddihy is also noted for insolvency and restructuring cases, while Eugene McCormick has a broad skill set.
Testimonials
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‘Responsiveness, deep understanding of key issues, quality of people.’
‘Maples provides an exceptional service. Their customer service is second to none as is their commitment to their customers and the transaction.’
‘Brian Clarke has provided a fantastic service for a number of years. He is passionate and committed to his clients and always brings a can do approach.’
‘Highly experienced litigators with a detailed knowledge of dispute resolution.’
‘Highly responsive, results orientated, excellent, well considered advice.’
‘Maples' litigation team are well respected with strong partners in Eugene McCormick and Brian Clarke. Very strong on client service. They have a lot of experience in litigation in the construction, and professional services markets/industries, with an excellent track record of achieving results for their clients.'
‘Maples provide a multi disciplinary approach to a complex case and implemented billing practices in a tailored fashion. ’
‘Alan O'Sullivan is an experienced and assured litigator who provides strategic and practical guidance. Alan listens to his clients and delivers excellent insights based on the specific circumstances.’
Key clients
- Paul McCann and Michael McAteer of Grant Thornton, Joint Official Liquidators of the Treasury Holdings group
- Grafton Group
- KC Capital Property Group
- Pepper Finance Corporation (Ireland)
- The Caffé Nero Group
- Everyday Finance
- Susquehanna International Group
- McGill Construction
- LRC Group
- Mars Capital Finance
Work highlights
- Acted for the liquidators of Treasury Holdings in multiple property defect proceedings case-managed in the High Court Non-Jury List.
- Advised Grafton Group on successful judicial review proceedings in the High Court, challenging proposed development of a biogas facility adjacent to commercial premises.
- Represented KC Capital Property Group in a Commercial Court claim against the concrete supplier where the damages claim is approximately €14m.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Robin McDonnell