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Dillon Eustace

Dispute Resolution

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Dillon Eustace

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About

Provided by Dillon Eustace

Dillon Eustace is recognised as one of Ireland’s leading litigation firms. We have a proven track record of managing disputes and finding successful resolutions – minimising disruption for our clients, managing risk and avoiding litigation where possible.

We offer a depth of experience and expertise across a wide range of industry sectors and cover the full range of disputes. Our clients include international and domestic insurance companies, global banks, financial institutions, product manufacturers, Local Authorities, airlines and public companies.

We are highly experienced in handling complex, high-value cases. Our personal injury defence litigation team is one of the largest in the country and offers a wealth of experience in claims management. With experts in all forms of alternative dispute resolution, including arbitration and mediation, our team is equipped to provide a full range of innovative and cost-effective options that meet the needs of each specific case.

Whatever the nature of the dispute, our litigation and dispute resolution lawyers take a proactive, responsive, diligent and commercial attitude, focusing on achieving the best possible outcome. We protect and further our clients interests vigorously, while remaining sensitive to their commercial relationships.

Clients (9)

  • AXA
  • Allianz
  • RSA
  • AON
  • AIG
  • Amlin
  • Liberty
  • FBD
  • Travellers

Industries (5)

  • Financial Services
  • Insurance
  • Aviation
  • Health
  • Shipping

Chambers Review

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Dispute Resolution - Ireland

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

The disputes team at Dillon Eustace has notable strength in cases relating to investment funds, financial services and insolvency. The practice assists Irish banks with a significant volume of debt enforcement mandates. Lawyers in the team act for real estate management companies on property disputes, as well as handling shareholder disputes and advising on claims for breach of contracts. The law firm draws strength from its contentious insurance practice to handle professional indemnity cases.

Work Highlights

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  • Dillon Eustace assisted CGI Capital Enterprises with the defence of a claim for damages for breach of contract and negligence.

Strengths

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  • The team is really helpful and supportive in putting forward resolutions, not just acting on our instructions. It plays an active part in putting you on the right road.

    Dispute Resolution respondentEurope
  • Dillon Eustace is extremely responsive and helpful, very willing to assist with anything we need and exceedingly competent.

    Dispute Resolution respondentEurope
  • Dillon Eustace provides clear and considered advice, highlighting both strengths and weaknesses.

    Dispute Resolution respondentEurope
  • The team at Dillon Eustace demonstrates exceptional professionalism and legal expertise.

    Dispute Resolution respondentEurope
  • Dillon Eustace is a very responsive firm to its clients' needs and requirements and the service levels are exemplary.

    Dispute Resolution respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3John O'Riordan
    Band 3John O'Riordan

    John O'Riordan

    John O'Riordan is an experienced commercial litigator who routinely advises clients in the insurance and finance sphere. He is well versed in handling shareholder disputes.
    • John O'Riordan is always calm, steady, helpful, knowledgeable and kind.

      Dispute Resolution respondentEurope
    • John is exceptionally reliable, meticulous in every detail, extremely well prepared and has a very strong knowledge of the law.

      Dispute Resolution respondentEurope
    • John is excellent to work with. He is very helpful and very knowledgeable.

      Dispute Resolution respondentEurope
  • Band 3Peter Bredin
    Band 3Peter Bredin

    Peter Bredin

    Peter Bredin handles commercial proceedings arising in diverse circumstances including loan defaults, insurance coverage disputes and damages claims, as well as shareholder disputes.
    • He is available for follow up questions and is happy to explain the advice to others within the business.

      Dispute Resolution respondentEurope
    • Peter Bredin is practical, experienced and level-headed.

      Dispute Resolution respondentEurope
    • He is extremely knowledgeable and experienced with significant commercial awareness and vision.

      Dispute Resolution respondentEurope

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