Europe Guide 2026 : Ireland
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Provided by McCann FitzGerald LLP
The Financial Services Regulatory Group at McCann FitzGerald LLP continues to expand its market-leading capabilities, combining deep regulatory expertise with a practical, outcomes-focused approach. We advise on complex, strategic mandates across the full spectrum of financial services regulation, with particular momentum in accountability frameworks, consumer protection, and transformational transactions.
Our team is recognised for delivering comprehensive legal and regulatory solutions, from designing systems and programmes for end-to-end regulatory compliance to advising on sophisticated supervisory and enforcement issues. We cover authorisations, EEA passporting, regulatory perimeter and conduct of business requirements, supervisory engagement, compliance projects, and investigations and enforcement actions. The wider firm’s disputes capability enhances our ability to act in complex enforcement and contentious regulatory matters for both regulators and regulated entities.
Clients include retail and wholesale banks, payment and e-money institutions, credit firms, insurers, investment managers and funds, brokers, dealers, FinTech companies, clearing houses and exchanges. We assist international institutions establishing Irish operations and advise on derivatives clearing, settlement and custody.
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McCann FitzGerald LLP is well positioned to advise international financial institutions on regulatory and compliance matters within the sector. The firm provides support in establishing branches and subsidiaries in Ireland, advising on the application process to the central bank. The firm also assists with financial regulatory matters connected to loan portfolio transactions as well as M&A.
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McCann FitzGerald LLP acted for Intuit Ireland on regulatory matters related to its use of open banking in its accounting software.
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McCann FitzGerald is a responsive team that is adept at translating legal and regulatory guidance into practicable action plans.
The firm has a deep understanding of the financial services regulatory environment and its advice is strategic and practical.
The team's attention to detail is immaculate. Its ability to stay close to every detail while also keeping sight of the broader picture and context of the proceedings sets the firm apart from others.
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Joshua Hogan acts for major Irish banks and international funds on a range of advisory regulatory topics. He advises on the acquisition of mortgage portfolios as well as M&A within the financial services sector. He also assists with applications to the central bank and is experienced in cryptocurrency matters.
Josh provides an excellent standard of technical legal advice and demonstrates a keen understanding of the local and international regulatory environment.
Josh's advice is informed by his deep knowledge and lively curiosity, which combined result in the delivery of strategic, relevant and practical advice specific to the client.
Financial Services Regulatory
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Joshua Hogan
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