Two new partners at Addleshaw Goddard Ireland

Two new partners at Addleshaw Goddard Ireland

Pictured (left–right): Addleshaw Goddard corporate head Deborah Kelly, corporate and commercial partner Joseph O'Rourke, head Mark Walsh, construction partner Killian Maher and construction head Margaret Austin.

Addleshaw Goddard Ireland has appointed Joseph O’Rourke as a corporate and commercial partner and Killian Maher as a construction partner.

The two appointments come as the international law firm settles into its new 28,000 sq ft office at Fitzwilliam No.28, Dublin.

Mr O’Rourke joins from McCann FitzGerald and brings 14 years of experience, including particular expertise in the renewables, energy, infrastructure and telecoms sectors.

He also has an established general corporate advisory practice, with significant expertise in mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate reorganisations, and commercial contracts.

Mr Maher joins from William Fry and specialises in the commercial real estate and private rental sectors.

He has advised on the development of over 900,000 sq. ft. of new office space and over 1,300 new residential units in Dublin within the last four years, as well as student accommodation, hotels, events spaces, elderly care, and sports facilities.

His expertise also extends to acquisitions, lettings, construction disputes, contractor insolvencies, pre-lets, and development financing for both lenders and borrowers.

Mark Walsh, head of Ireland at Addleshaw Goddard, said: “The appointment of Joseph O’Rourke and Killian Maher to our team here in Dublin comes at an exciting time for the firm as we benefit from the improved space and facilities of our new office.

“Joseph and Killian’s varied experience, knowledge and sector interests complement our existing team and will be invaluable in expanding and strengthening the firm’s offering to our clients.

“We are delighted to welcome them both to Addleshaw Goddard and I look forward to working closely with them.”

Mr O’Rourke said: “I am delighted to join the Addleshaw Goddard Ireland team at a time when the firm is continuing to expand. The firm’s sector expertise, combined with its global reach and client-centric approach strongly positions Addleshaw Goddard for success.

“I look forward to contributing to the firm’s continued progress and playing my part in delivering for our clients.”

Mr Maher said: “To be part of an international law firm such as Addleshaw Goddard is an exciting next step for my career.

“Having solidified my reputation within the sector, I look forward to working with the team in Ireland and internationally to deliver valuable construction solutions whilst meeting the property and banking needs of our clients.”

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