Peter McLay

Energy Law & Regulation, Corporate Advisory and Governance, Mergers and Acquisitions, Administrative and Public Law, Projects and Infrastructure

Peter McLay graduated from University of Canterbury (BL, BA) in 1994 and University College Dublin (MA) in 2003 and qualified in Ireland in 2009. He joined McCann FitzGerald LLP as a partner in 2025. He advises on all relevant Irish and European Law and regulation applicable to Irish energy projects. Peter advises clients on all aspects of the Irish electricity, natural gas and petroleum sectors. Peter has significant experience of associated law such as environmental permitting and energy efficiency obligations. Peter also advises large energy consumers on efficient and diverse procurement strategies. Peter has advised on major Irish renewable and electricity generation projects, as well as the development of an Irish LNG gasification terminal. He is particularly noted for his regulatory experience and ability to balance detail with a strategic view.