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William Fry LLP

Real Estate

Europe Guide 2026 : Ireland


William Fry LLP

Rankings

About

Provided by William Fry LLP

Our Real Estate team is recognised as outstanding in Ireland and is consistently rated as a tier 1 practice by leading legal directories.

This innovative and hugely experienced team has been heavily involved in the majority of landmark real estate transactions in Ireland in recent years. Our clients include large institutional investors, international private equity funds, receivers, public and local authorities, developers and major Irish, UK and US retailers. Our lawyers have detailed knowledge of the Irish property market and keep constantly up to date with evolving trends. The firm maintains close contact with the leading intermediaries in the market and is a regular sponsor and contributor to property industry events in Ireland. We pride ourselves on our commercial, robust and pragmatic advice with its constant aim of bringing projects to successful conclusions.

Clients (8)

  • Hines and Peterson
  • GA Developments
  • Diageo
  • Tesco Ireland Limited
  • Real I.S. Investment GmbH
  • KGAL
  • Ballymore
  • Inter Gestion

Industries (11)

  • Banks
  • Construction & Materials
  • Energy
  • Forestry & Paper
  • Government
  • Health Care
  • Private Clients / Individuals
  • Real Estate Finance
  • Real Estate
  • Retail
  • Utilities

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Real Estate - Ireland

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

William Fry houses a distinguished real estate practice acting for an enviable client base of financial institutions and investment funds on individual property and portfolio transactions. The law firm attracts attention for its handling of high-profile commercial and residential development projects and large-scale financing mandates. The legal team represents both tenants and landlords in complex leasing transactions.

Work Highlights

Provided by Chambers

  • William Fry advised Westridge Real Estate and GA Developments on the acquisition, redevelopment and financing of the former DIT camps on Kevin Street.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • William Fry has an excellent ability to communicate clearly, consistently and reliably.

    Real Estate respondentEurope
  • The team at William Fry is efficient, quick to respond and able to meet or join calls at short notice.

    Real Estate respondentEurope
  • The William Fry team is reliable, thorough and informative.

    Real Estate respondentEurope
  • The firm's strengths include its decisiveness, commerciality and availability.

    Real Estate respondentEurope
  • William Fry's attention to detail and personalisation of transactions is second to none.

    Real Estate respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

Provided by Chambers

  • Band 2Brian O'Callaghan
    Band 2Brian O'Callaghan

    Brian O'Callaghan

    Brian O'Callaghan advises on matters relating to retail assets, including shopping centre acquisitions, and assists with diverse landlord and tenant issues.

    • Brian is an excellent operator and extremely responsive.

      Real Estate respondentEurope
  • Band 3Lisa McCarthy
    Band 3Lisa McCarthy

    Lisa McCarthy

    Lisa McCarthy advises investors and developers on the acquisition and leasing of Irish real estate assets.
  • Band 4Conor Treacy
    Band 4Conor Treacy

    Conor Treacy

    Conor Treacy acts for international investors on inbound investments in Irish real estate. He also assists corporate clients with the management of large real estate portfolios.
    • Conor is an excellent lawyer who provides top quality advice. He is efficient and always on-hand to answer any queries.

      Real Estate respondentEurope
    • He is a great communicator and keeps on top of what's happening in the market.

      Real Estate respondentEurope

Ranked Individuals at William Fry LLP (3)

Ireland

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