Niamh O'Shea

Ms O’Shea, who is based at the firm’s Dublin office, joined the firm’s graduate programme as a trainee in 2008. She qualified in 2011 and joined the funds and investment management practice. She became a partner in January.

Commenting on her award, Ms O’Shea said: “It is a privilege to win this award and an honour to be recognised by Euromoney Legal Media Group among a number of other very accomplished lawyers across Europe.

“I would like to thank my peers in the legal profession and of course our clients for their feedback.”

Peter Stapleton, partner and head of the Dublin funds and investment management practice, added: “Niamh joined the firm as a trainee in 2008 and progressed through the ranks to become a partner earlier this year, so we are we are both delighted and proud that Niamh has received this prestigious international award.

“This is a testament to Niamh’s talent, commitment and hard work over the past number of years and further highlights the Group’s reputation as a leading adviser to the global funds industry.”

The ‘Rising Star’ award recognises women across Europe who are blazing trails and making a name for themselves in their respective areas of practice.

Another partner in the team, Deirdre McIlvenna, was also shortlisted in the ‘Best in Investment Funds’ category.