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Mason Hayes & Curran LLP

Restructuring/Insolvency

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Mason Hayes & Curran LLP

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About

Provided by Mason Hayes & Curran LLP

Our Restructuring and Insolvency team is one of the largest and most highly rated in the Irish legal market today. We have acted for stakeholders in many high profile and complex insolvencies in Ireland over the last decade.

We act extensively for both international and Irish banks, for insolvency practitioners, both domestic and international, and we routinely assist in the sale or purchase of distressed assets either in a restructuring or through formal processes.

We have developed a strong reputation in advising clients on examinership matters and all aspects of Ireland's corporate rescue regime. Our practice extends to advising bondholders and other debt providers as well as general creditors and shareholders in distressed situations.

We advise directors in connection with managing insolvency risk, reducing the risk of personal liability and in respect of investigations by the Director of Corporate Enforcement.

We advise clients on:

  • All insolvency procedures including examinership (Ireland's corporate rescue regime) and bankruptcy
  • Insolvency risk
  • Insolvency related disputes
  • Restructuring and reorganisation of businesses
  • Obligations of directors, shareholders and creditors of entities in financial difficulty

Chambers Review

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Restructuring/Insolvency - Ireland

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Mason Hayes & Curran has a large team that regularly acts for debtors, creditors, liquidators and receivers. The firm's areas of expertise include examinership cases and disputes relating to the appointment of receivers. The team also has experience in liquidation mandates and the winding down of operations, as well as boasting knowledge in enforcement proceedings.

Work Highlights

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  • Mason Hayes & Curran advised DK Windows & Doors on its insolvency.

Strengths

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  • The team at Mason Hayes & Curran is exceedingly practical and results-oriented.

    Restructuring/Insolvency respondentEurope
  • Mason Hayes & Curran provides very responsive and accurate advice coupled with insight relevant to its clients and the market.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Judith Riordan
    Band 2Judith Riordan

    Judith Riordan

    Judith Riordan remains busy with complex liquidation, bankruptcy and receivership proceedings.
    • Judith blends approachability with commercial acumen, experience and technical expertise.

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    • Judith Riordan provides quick, accurate, relevant advice on complex matters.

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    • Judith Riordan is exceptionally solution-focused, assured and very responsive.

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  • Band 3James Morrin
    Band 3James Morrin

    James Morrin

    James Morrin is an experienced partner who handles the full gamut of restructuring and insolvency matters, regularly acting for liquidators, receivers and examiners, as well as handling creditor claims.

    • James Morrin is strongly solutions-focused.

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    • James is commercial and very easy to get on with, providing strong advice.

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    • James Morrin is excellent in his responsiveness and the clarity of his communication.

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    • James demonstrates exceptional legal expertise in the restructuring and insolvency sector. His deep understanding of complex financial issues and regulatory frameworks allows him to provide clear and strategic advice.

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  • Band 3Norman Fitzgerald
    Band 3Norman Fitzgerald

    Norman Fitzgerald

    Norman Fitzgerald is a skilled lawyer who advises corporate clients and major financial services companies on both domestic and cross-border liquidations and restructurings.
    • Norman Fitzgerald works collaboratively and will take on board multiple viewpoints.

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