McCann FitzGerald wins at Europe Women in Business Law Awards

Two lawyers at McCann FitzGerald were recognised at the 2018 Europe Women in Business Law Awards in London last night.

Catherine Deane, partner in the aviation and asset finance group, was awarded Best in Aviation for the second year.

Deirdre Barnicle, head of the tax compliance services group, was awarded the Rising Star: Tax award.

Commenting on Ms Deane’s award, managing partner Barry Devereux said: “This is a fantastic achievement for Catherine. She has now won this award for two years running, further cementing her global status as one of the most respected aviation and asset finance experts. The aviation finance industry is thriving and Catherine, together with the McCann FitzGerald team, have positioned themselves at the very forefront of legal advisory work within the industry.”

On Ms Barnicle, he added: “This award is recognition of Deirdre’s expertise and knowledge within her field and the firm is very proud of her achievement in receiving this award. It is a real testament to Deirdre’s hard work and dedication and her ability to consistently provide the highest level of service to clients.

“The McCann FitzGerald Tax Compliance Services Group has gone from strength to strength under Deirdre’s leadership ensuring that the firm provides clients with a full range of services across the entire spectrum of tax advisory and tax compliance matters.”

The Europe Women in Business Law Awards is sponsored by Euromoney LMG and recognises individual law firms and professional services firms for their work in helping women advance in the legal profession, as well as individual lawyers in their particular fields.