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Rebecca Ryan

Rebecca Ryan

Europe 2026

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Rebecca Ryan is a partner and head of the Healthcare Group in Matheson’s Disputes and Investigations Group and a recognised leader in her field, specialising in professional indemnity and product liability claims.

Rebecca acts for indemnity bodies, professionals and internationally focused companies doing business in and from Ireland with specialist knowledge in the healthcare and food and beverage sectors. She advises them across a range of disputes and regulatory matters. Rebecca is an accomplished advocate with a keen interest in mediation and alternative dispute resolution. Having previously qualified as a solicitor in England and Wales, Rebecca has a broad perspective.

Rebecca has in the past led Matheson’s innovation strategy. She created the Smart@Matheson programme and Smart Group, which has now evolved into Matheson Digital Services.

She designed bespoke novel client offerings to deliver strategic commercial solutions to our clients. Rebecca lectures to the industry and the Law Society of Ireland and is a regular contributor to leading Irish and international journals such as The Consultant, Irish Medical News and The Health Manager.

Rebecca is also a member of the Medico-Legal Society of Ireland. Rebecca was a member of the Board of Governors of the Rotunda Hospital from 2014 to 2016.

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Chambers European Guide

Dispute Resolution: Healthcare Litigation - Ireland

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial
Rebecca Ryan leads the healthcare practice of the law firm and is well versed in defending consultant doctors in medical negligence claims.

Strengths

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  • Rebecca is a fantastic operator.

    Dispute Resolution: Healthcare LitigationChambers European Guide
  • Rebecca is dedicated and passionate. She has a really good understanding and reputation.

    Dispute Resolution: Healthcare LitigationChambers European Guide
  • Rebecca Ryan provides excellent advice and is extremely proactive.

    Dispute Resolution: Healthcare LitigationChambers European Guide
  • Rebecca Ryan is very thorough and her response times are very good.

    Dispute Resolution: Healthcare LitigationChambers European Guide
  • She is able to deal with sensitive issues in a solid way. She provides good updates, understands the next steps required and is proactive in identifying issues.

    Dispute Resolution: Healthcare LitigationChambers European Guide

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