LAWYER PROFILE

Adam Finlay

Europe 2026

McCann FitzGerald LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

TMT: Information Technology

Ireland

4 years ranked

About

Provided by McCann FitzGerald LLP

Practice Areas

Technology & Innovation, Intellectual Property, Data Protection, Freedom of Information, Commercial Contracts

Career

Adam Finlay graduated from Trinity College Dublin (LLB) in 2003 and qualified in 2007. He joined McCann FitzGerald LLP in 2004 as a Trainee, later becoming a Partner and Head of the Technology & Innovation Group. He advises on a wide range of intellectual property, information technology, data protection (including GDPR), freedom of information and confidentiality issues. He assists clients in the public and private sectors with all aspects of the commercialisation of intellectual property. This includes advising on assignment, licensing, services, outsourcing, collaboration, franchising, distribution, agency and sponsorship agreements. Adam is a registered trade mark agent.

Professional Memberships

The Law Society of Ireland, 2007

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

TMT: Information Technology - Ireland

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Adam Finlay is well known for assisting clients with contentious and non-contentious data protection mandates. He is also well placed to advise on outsourcing agreements.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Adam Finlay has forensic knowledge of data protection law and its application to novel areas. He is a top-notch collaborator and solution-driven.
TMT: Information TechnologyChambers European Guide
Adam Finlay always focuses on pragmatic legal solutions. He has outstanding client care skills and takes time to really understand client objectives.
TMT: Information TechnologyChambers European Guide
Adam demonstrates strong quiet leadership that delivers great results and is reassuring and committed to the client.
TMT: Information TechnologyChambers European Guide
Adam is thorough and robust in his advice.
TMT: Information TechnologyChambers European Guide