Tax

McCann FitzGerald LLP

McCann FitzGerald LLP is at the forefront of structured finance, securitisation and aviation finance matters. The tax team has also advised on a series of headline cross-border M&A transactions and private equity investments, along with joint ventures and agreements relating to renewable energy projects. Alan Heuston is a prominent practitioner in M&A transactions, reorganisations, restructurings and migrations. Eleanor MacDonagh is a leading name in financial services tax, especially international tax planning through Ireland. Deirdre Barnicle was promoted to consultant in 2023 and is head of tax compliance services. The team is building its standing in transfer pricing with senior associate James Quirke to the fore.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

‘They have strength in depth - very efficient and responsive - most importantly practical and solution driven.’
‘I consider Eleanor MacDonagh to be the best tax practitioner I have come across - she knows the law, but is practical and solution driven.’
‘Tax and corporate departments working seamlessly together to provide holistic advice and support. A genuine interest in understanding the workings of the client's business.’
‘Alan Heuston - very personable and responsive. Deep knowledge of his practice area. Close working relationship with other departments was very evident.'
‘Eleanor MacDonagh at McCann FitzGerald is a very strong tax expert with a deep knowledge of Irish taxation.’
‘Eleanor MacDonagh is very responsive and provides great advice.’

Key clients

Deutsche Bank AG London Branch
Magnetar Financial (UK) LLP
Aercap
Copa Airlines
Investcorp
Urbeo Residential ICAV
WeWork
AXA Real Estate Investment Managers UK Limited
Nordic Aviation Capital
BWG Group
Coillte
Pollen Street Capital
An Post
Lioncor Developments
Citibank
Arrow Global Limited
Primary Health Properties REIT
Ardstone
Irish Life Investment Managers
Electricity Supply Board
Housing Finance Agency
Viva Aerobus
Huuuge Games group
SMBC Aviation Capital Limited
Central Bank of Ireland
Hammerson Plc
Willis Tower Watson
SSEF
Peal Capital Partners Group
Allied Irish Banks (AIB)
Harvest CLO Platform

Work highlights

Advised JP Morgan on its acquisition of Cork-based Global Shares.
Advised Electricity Supply Board (ESB) on its landmark agreement with the Danish wind energy company, Ørsted, to jointly develop an Irish offshore wind portfolio.
Advised Pfizer in connection with the Irish aspects of its acquisition of Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company.