The prestigious awards  celebrate the legal industry’s most innovative work and honours the deals, teams, and firms that push boundaries and set new standards in legal practice.

The national law firm award acknowledges McCann FitzGerald’s outstanding achievements in handling innovative cross-border transactions originating from Ireland in 2024.

The financial services regulatory team award recognises the firm’s excellence across a range of criteria including contributions that have clarified market frameworks and financial market infrastructure.

Managing partner Stephen Holst said: “Our clients operate in increasingly complex environments that require deep legal expertise and innovative solutions.

“The IFLR Europe award for Ireland reflects how our dedicated teams are working innovatively to help clients navigate new challenges and secure positive outcomes.

“We are delighted to be named as national law firm of the year in Ireland and to win the financial services regulatory team award.”

Georgina O’Riordan, head of the finance group at McCann FitzGerald, added: “We are very proud of our financial services regulatory team who bring innovative thinking to support clients in the financial services industry.

“In an evolving regulatory environment, it is crucial for companies to receive the right guidance to stay competitive and compliant.

“This award highlights that our team is a market leader in providing this essential support to our clients.”