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Arthur Cox

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Arthur Cox

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About

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We provide a dynamic, comprehensive and client-focused service to those at the forefront of the infrastructure and utilities sectors, acting for local and multi-national corporations, State and semi-State bodies, private developers, contractors, consultants and financiers in relation to projects and transactions of any size.

We have one of the largest dedicated team of infrastructure and utilities sector experts in Ireland. The firm has been at the cutting edge of developments in the energy, communications, transport, waste and water sectors in Ireland and Northern Ireland, having acted in relation to many of the most significant projects on the island.

We believe that what sets us apart from our competitors is our depth of specialist knowledge in each of the key sectors in which we operate. We are committed to having dedicated experts who understand the regulatory and commercial environment within which our clients operate, so as to maximise the value which we add to our clients and ensure that we can better meet our clients’ needs.


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Projects - Ireland

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For
Arthur Cox houses a distinguished team delivering high-quality projects advice. The law firm frequently acts on large-scale PPP projects, assisting clients with project financing and transactional issues across a range of sectors, including social infrastructure and energy. The practice is additionally experienced in advising both public authorities and private contractors on tendering and bidding for infrastructure project contracts.

Strengths

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  • Arthur Cox possess extensive experience, and consistently delivers solutions-oriented approaches.

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  • The team at Arthur Cox has considerable depth of experience and industry knowledge.

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  • The Arthur Cox team consistently provides a high level of service and is exceptionally responsive to client needs.

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  • The team is responsive to deadlines and always delivers.

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  • The lawyers possess excellent knowledge of our business and take a practical approach to service delivery.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Aaron Boyle
    Band 1Aaron Boyle

    Aaron Boyle

    Aaron Boyle is a highly visible name in the projects market who regularly advises on major technology and social infrastructure projects as well as residential developments. He assists with public procurement and project financing issues.

    • Aaron Boyle is a top-class adviser with an advanced appreciation of the needs of business managers to deliver practical solutions to complex issues within long-term relationships.

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    • He brings an innovative and flexible approach to every challenge, pairing his deep knowledge with a commitment to providing sound, solution-oriented advice.

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    • His ability to couple practical solutions with specialised insight makes him an invaluable asset to any team seeking strong, effective legal support.

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  • Band 3Niamh McGovern
    Band 3Niamh McGovern

    Niamh McGovern

    Niamh McGovern has a strong focus on energy projects, assisting clients with the development of both on and off-shore renewable projects. She has further experience advising on gas fired power generation and data centre developments. She also acts on project financing mandates.

    • Niamh McGovern is a highly experienced partner in the renewable energy and infrastructure sector.

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    • She is very approachable, listens carefully to her client's requirements, and offers creative solutions.

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    • Her advice is consistently reliable, has impact and is trustworthy.

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