Mr McGovern brings 20 years’ experience in both private practice and in-house roles to the team across the Irish and international aviation industry.

He succeeds Christine O’Donovan, who remains the firm’s chair, a key member of its aviation finance team and in the leadership of its financial services group.

Commenting on the appointment, managing partner Declan Black said: “We are delighted to be joined by David who is a very accomplished and senior lawyer. The ongoing growth of Mason Hayes & Curran will continue to generate opportunities for high calibre lawyers keen to work in a progressive and dynamic Irish firm.”

Ms O’Donovan said: “David’s appointment underscores our commitment and ambition in the area of aviation and asset finance and our international client base. We continue to enhance the strength and depth of our team and look forward to serving our clients in one of Ireland’s standout industries.”

Will Carmody, head of financial services, said: “David’s appointment enables us to build on our strengths in this area which is a core pillar of our Financial Services team”.

Mr McGovern added: “I am very pleased to join Mason Hayes & Curran and I look forward to working with Christine and the team to further develop our practice.”

Prior to joining the firm, Mr McGovern worked for two other international law firms and global aircraft leasing company, SMBC Aviation Capital. He is a graduate of UCD and King’s Inns.