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Arthur Cox

Corporate/M&A: Northern Ireland

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Arthur Cox in Belfast is widely recognised for the quality of its Mergers and Acquisitions and Corporate Finance advice. We have been, and continue to be, involved in most large M&A transactions in Northern Ireland. The firm has acted in almost every Irish transaction to date valued at over €1 billion.

Arthur Cox offers both company secretarial support and also (through the use of Annsgate Limited) acts as company secretary for a number of Northern Ireland incorporated subsidiaries of large Irish, UK and American corporations.

We have a unique depth of experience and resources to advise in relation to all aspects of company law. We can handle both large-scale, complex and lengthy transactions and day to day matters. We have built a strong reputation in Northern Ireland covering all areas of company and commercial law, advising clients in both the public and private sectors. Our work involves a wide range of corporate transactions and agreements, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, investment, agency, distribution and other commercial agreements.

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Corporate/M&A: Northern Ireland - UK

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Arthur Cox has an established corporate practice with the ability to take on high-profile and cross-border transactional work. It regularly advises on sale and purchase agreements and strategic acquisitions. It acts on behalf of an impressive portfolio of clients across a wide range of sectors, including manufacturing, energy and retail.

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Work Highlights

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  • Arthur Cox was instructed to act on behalf of global aerospace company, Airbus, in respect of its acquisition of Spirit Aerosystem’s A220 wing and mid-fuselage manufacturing operations in Northern Ireland.

Strengths

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  • The depth and breadth of their team is very strong. When other specialisms are required there is always someone with the requisite knowledge.

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  • Arthur Cox have taken the time the understand our organisation and the risks we experience in order to provide pragmatic advice.

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  • Arthur Cox offer us continuity at a partner level, with specialisms addressed by experts across all departments. They have excellent commercial awareness and that's why we use them.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Lynsey Mallon
    Lynsey Mallon

    Lynsey Mallon

    Lynsey Mallon comes recommended for her market-leading corporate law expertise. She often handles high-profile acquisitions and investments on both a domestic and international scale.

    • Lynsey is excellent and the best I’ve ever dealt with. I totally trust and recommend her. Her guidance is very important to me.

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    • There is no doubt she is very strong is all areas.

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    • Lynsey is great and really looks after us.

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  • David White
    David White

    David White

    David White is a notable up-and-comer at Arthur Cox. David has experience advising clients on a broad range of work, including sales, acquisitions and investments. David routinely handles both domestic and foreign transactions across various sectors like energy and technology, among others.

    • We would be happy to work with David on future transactions.

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    • David provides quick responses and has taken the time to get to know us and provide a fantastic service and pragmatic advice.

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    • David's very commercial and experienced. He gets deals done.

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    • I was impressed by David. He was easy to deal with, pragmatic and came with solutions.

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  • Richard Armstrong
    Richard Armstrong

    Richard Armstrong

    Richard Armstrong regularly represents clients in high-value domestic and foreign transactions, with a focus on acquisitions. He is adept at handling complex matters across multiple sectors, including private equity and technology.

    • Richard offers practical solutions. He is a great team player and follows through on commitments.

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    • He is great overall.

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    • Richard is easy to work with and I highly recommend him.

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  • Erin Carruthers
    Erin Carruthers

    Erin Carruthers

    Erin Carruthers is noted for her experience handling both mid- and high-value acquisitions. She has experience advising on both domestic and foreign corporate transactions.

    • I was very pleased with all aspects of my interactions with Erin. She quickly and correctly interpreted my needs.

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    • I felt that Erin had my best interests as a priority.

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    • Erin Carruthers's work has always been diligent, practical and timely.

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