The ‘exceptional’ Jackie Buckley leads the real estate team at Hayes Solicitors LLP, which is well regarded for its experience in the retail sector, where it advises a roster of high-profile domestic and multinational clients on acquisition, sale and leasing matters. The firm is also active in the logistics sector and in advising investors and developers on the financing, acquisition and disposal of real estate developments.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘With Hayes, whatever the particular issue to be resolved, there will be a partner/solicitor within the practice that can deal efficiently with the matter.’

  • ‘The team at Hayes are very professional from a technical perspective but at their core they are solicitors with personality and just decent people in nature.’

  • ‘Jackie Buckley and her team are very committed, and always looking for constructive solutions to move transactions forward. Their attention to detail is also exemplary.’

  • ‘Jackie Buckley and her team always respond with well-thought-out solutions to what can sometimes be complex issues. Their approach is thorough and always constructive, seeking the best outcome for their clients.’

  • ‘They are very expert in their advice but client focused at the same time.’

  • ‘Jackie Buckley is exceptional.’

  • ‘Fiona Shipsey is excellent in getting to grips with complex, interrelated documents and practical and commercial in reaching solutions acceptable to both sides.’

  • ‘Liam Moloney goes above and beyond to deliver a first-class service to his clients. His knowledge, approachability and practical view of transactions makes him a standout partner who is a go-to in real estate.’

Key clients

  • Primark
  • DHL Supply Chain (Ireland) Limited
  • Giraffe Childcare

Work highlights

  • Advising a leading multinational retailer on property transactions in Ireland.
  • Acting for the various companies within a leading logistics group in relation to their property requirements in Ireland, including the acquisition of a state-of-the-art facility.
  • Acted for a large telecoms client in relation to the disposal of a number of sites and warehouses, along with the negotiation of numerous leases.

Lawyers

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Practice head

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Jackie Buckley

Other key lawyers

Liam Moloney, Fiona Shipsey, Sarah Byrne, Owen Burke