The winners of Euromoney Legal Media Group’s inaugural Europe Rising Star Awards, recognising lawyers across 20 practice areas in 19 European countries, were announced last night.

Lyn Brennan, who was appointed as a banking and finance partner earlier this year, was named “Rising Star Banking & Finance”, while Ruarí Rynn, partner in litigation and dispute resolution, was named “Rising Star Ireland”.

Managing partner Bryan Bourke said: “I am delighted to see Lyn and Ruairí receive recognition at an event identifying the finest young lawyers in Europe.

“At William Fry, we are constantly striving to develop, attract, and retain the best legal talent so we can continue to provide our clients with the highest level of professional service and legal knowledge.”