About

Provided by Arthur Cox

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.

Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A: Northern Ireland - UK

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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.

Work Highlights

  • 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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Notable Practitioners

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Lynsey Mallon
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Lynsey Mallon
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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.

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

Lynsey is great and really looks after us.

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David White
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Up and Coming

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.

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

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

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

Richard Armstrong
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Richard Armstrong
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Up and Coming

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.

He is great overall.

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

Erin Carruthers
Erin Carruthers
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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.

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

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

Ranked Lawyers at
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Corporate/M&A: Northern Ireland

Lynsey Mallon
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Lynsey Mallon
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Band 1
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David White
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Up and Coming
Richard Armstrong
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Richard Armstrong
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Up and Coming
Erin Carruthers
Erin Carruthers
Associates to watch