Ranking tables

Banking & Finance | UK

Northern Ireland

All Departments profiles

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Band 1

  1. A&L Goodbody
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    A&L Goodbody
    Banking & Finance
    2026 | Band 1 | 15 Years Ranked

    A&L Goodbody houses a market-leading practice that represents lender-side and borrower-side clients. The firm is capable of handling a wide range of complex, high-value matters including work on acquisition financing and LIBOR transition. The team also demonstrates considerable strength in the regulatory and compliance aspects of Northern Irish banking.

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Band 2

  1. Arthur Cox
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    Arthur Cox
    Banking & Finance
    2026 | Band 2 | 23 Years Ranked
    Arthur Cox has a full-service banking practice capable of handling a wide range of work for banks and private equity groups. Noted for its ability to advise clients in both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, the team counts several specialists dual-qualified in other jurisdictions. The firm is particularly active on structured lending, property financing and loan book sales as well as acquisition and development finance.
  2. Carson McDowell
    2
    Carson McDowell
    Banking & Finance
    2026 | Band 2 | 21 Years Ranked

    Carson McDowell is a respected practice active on behalf of both domestic and international banks. The law firm advises on the full range of banking matters including acquisition finance, asset-based lending and project financing. It is particularly active advising clients on real estate finance, while regularly handling high-profile mortgage portfolio sales and complex refinancing. The team is capable of practising in both Northern Ireland and England and Wales.

  3. Tughans
    2
    Tughans
    Banking & Finance
    2026 | Band 2 | 19 Years Ranked
    Tughans has a widely respected practice known for its work in corporate finance and restructuring. The law firm is also strong on property and development finance as well as acquisition finance. The team maintains a strong, largely borrower-side practice, with experience in acting as Northern Irish legal counsel for multinational investors.
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Band 3

  1. Shoosmiths LLP
    3
    Shoosmiths LLP
    Banking & Finance
    2026 | Band 3 | 4 Years Ranked

    The Shoosmiths banking team advises corporate borrowers and lenders on everything from acquisition financing through to real estate financing and asset-based lending. The team is adept at handling matters involving a wide array of sectors including retail, technology and leisure.

  2. TLT NI LLP
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    TLT NI LLP
    Banking & Finance
    2026 | Band 3 | 8 Years Ranked
    The banking team at TLT is highly capable of advising on both local and international work. The team often advises Northern Irish clients on social housing, and corporate and real estate financings. It also partners with international firms to assist with the Northern Ireland aspects of multi-jurisdictional transactions.
  3. DWF
    Banking & Finance
    2026 | Band 3