Donal O’Raghallaigh
Hall of fameMcCann FitzGerald LLPMcCann FitzGerald LLP navigates clients through all stages of real estate projects, specialising in the office, retail, social housing and student accommodation sectors. Its offering encompasses due diligence advice, construction issues, acquisitions and real estate financing for investors, occupiers, lenders and developers. The practice is led by Donal O’Raghallaigh, who shines on complex transactions which involve real estate, insolvency and financial elements. Ruairí Stewart regularly handles sales and disposals of multiple PRS and social and affordable sites, while Shane Sweeney specialises in commercial property work. Shane Fahy has a particular focus on residential development transactions.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Shane Fahy, as the partner with whom we frequently interact, is a rock of sense and entirely pragmatic.’
- ‘The real estate team is excellent to work with. The team come up with solutions and a workaround to enable us to continue with the project.’
- ‘Donal O’Raghallaigh and the team work hard to close out transactions and offer advice on how to move matters forward. They are practical and always a phone call away.’
- ‘The quality of the team is very high. The team can collaborate with colleagues throughout the firm to provide immediate and up-to-date advice on all issues.’
- ‘Shane Sweeney is a very calm presence with a great sense of deal-making. He reads the temperature in the deal and works with the opposite side as a partnership to deliver a successful outcome. His pleasant demeanour and ability to develop relationships allow him to overcome issues.’
- ‘Proactiveness of associates in progressing deal to completion.’
- ‘Very strong knowledge of property law and good problem-solving skills and attitude.’
- ‘McCann FitzGerald offers exceptional services in real estate law. Their team consistently demonstrates unparalleled industry knowledge and works tirelessly to meet client needs, often putting in massive hours to ensure the best outcomes. They are brilliant advocates in negotiations, offering sound commercial advice and exhibiting strong problem-solving skills. Their dedication and expertise make them an invaluable asset in any real estate transaction.’
Key clients
- Primary Health Properties plc
- Hammerson plc
- Global Student Accommodation
- The Receivers over certain assets of the RGRE Group
- Grangegorman Development Agency
- Morgan Stanley on the Beckett Building
- Marlet Property Group
- Receivers of Beckett Acquisition Limited (in Receivership)
- Bord Na Mona
- Grangegorman Development Agency
Work highlights
- Assisted joint receivers over certain assets of the RGRE Group and certain assets of Johnny Ronan with the sale of a portfolio of 11 properties, including the prime office block known as Connaught House.
- Represented Morgan Stanley and United Overseas Bank in the financing of the acquisition by Starwood Capital of a 50% stake in the operator of Echelon Data Centre for a reported €850m.
- Assisted Hudson Advisors and US private equity firm Lone Star with the sale of Lone Star’s Irish residential property development business, Quintain Ireland, to private equity firm TPG with an overall deal size of a reported €200m.
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Donal O’Raghallaigh