UK Guide 2026 : Northern Ireland
Provided by Cleaver Fulton Rankin
The Cleaver Fulton Rankin corporate & commercial team is one of the most widely recognised in the market and is a leader in its field. The team is best known for its technical excellence combined with its approachable and ‘easy to deal with’ nature. We advise on a full range of complex corporate and commercial matters including M&A, private equity investment, joint ventures and shareholder agreements, corporate governance, restructuring and a wide variety of commercial agreements including R&D collaboration, agency, distribution, supplier contracts and reseller agreements.
The is team supported by experts across a full range of specialisms and provides advice to local and international clients, private equity providers, public bodies and international law firms.
Provided by Chambers
Cleaver Fulton Rankin houses a respected transactional team with strong regional links across Ireland and the UK. It provides expertise across the spectrum of corporate law and wider commercial issues. The team demonstrates particular experience in the energy and manufacturing sectors, alongside a presence in the technology industry.
Stuart Sproule is a key contact.
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Cleaver Fulton Rankin acted for Lakeland Dairies, Ireland’s largest dairy cooperative, in connection with the Northern Irish aspects of a group reorganisation.
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The team know what they're doing and handled our transaction with ease, despite some difficult issues and a very tight timeframe. The depth and breadth of their team is very strong.
Their ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters is strong.
The team were excellent. They kept us informed throughout and dealt with some difficult issues with ease.
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Stephen Cross
Paul McBride
Head of Department
Stuart Sproule
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