Appointments

Global law firm Dentons has recruited Craig Kenny as a partner in its real estate practice in Dublin. Mr Kenny has advised on a number of the largest and most significant real estate transactions in the Irish market over the last 10 years.

Northern Ireland firm Turley Legal has recruited Alan Bissett as a senior member of its corporate and commercial team. Mr Bissett is dual-qualified in Northern Ireland and in England and Wales and brings more than 30 years’ experience advising businesses across a wide range of sectors.

Northern Ireland firm Carson McDowell is to be led by Orlagh O'Neill and Declan Magee from next year. Ms O'Neill will succeed Roger McMillan as managing partner and Mr Magee will succeed Neasa Quigley as senior partner with effect from 1 May 2026.

Northern Ireland firm Cleaver Fulton Rankin has announced five promotions, welcoming two new directors, one new associate director and two senior solicitors. Rachael Gamble and Stuart Nevin, both from the dispute resolution department, have been promoted to director, bringing the firm’s total

Solicitor Martin O’Donoghue has been appointed as chair of the board of arts charity Siamsa Tíre. Mr O'Donoghue has served on the Tralee-based charity's board since 2023 and brings a wealth of experience in governance, leadership and strategic development to the new role.

Maples and Calder (Ireland) LLP, the Maples Group’s law firm, has recruited Sergey Dolomanov as a partner in its Irish funds and investment management group. Mr Dolomanov has advised on high-profile and innovative exchange-traded fund (ETF) launches by leading global issuers.

A&L Goodbody has appointed 11 new partners across its Dublin and Belfast offices. In Dublin, the new partners are Aisling O'Donoghue in the energy, infrastructure and natural resources team; Brendan Curran in environment and planning; Eoghan Browne and Jennie Quirke in corporate transactions; Ha

Northern Ireland firm McCay Legal has announced a series of appointments, including the promotion of Aaron Mullen to director. The firm recently welcomed Naomi White and Mia Fox to the firm as associates in the litigation and private client teams respectively.

Jonathan Lynam has been elected as president of the Southern Law Association (SLA) for 2026. Mr Lynam was elected to succeed Dermot Kelly in the top role at the association's recent AGM and will be supported by Barry Kelleher as vice-president.

Solicitor Sarah Grace has joined the board of Beyond Surviving, a survivor-led charity offering support for those affected by domestic, sexual, and gender-based violence. Ms Grace, a corporate lawyer and certified yoga teacher, has been appointed to the board as legal trustee alongside the appointme

More than a dozen adjudication officers have been appointed to the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) in a milestone for its enforcement powers. The panel of 16 independent adjudication officers were appointed by the enterprise, tourism and employment minister Peter Burke with eff

IP firm Murgitroyd has appointed Mary White as a director of trade marks. Ms White brings extensive experience in Irish, UK and EU trade mark law, with a strong track record advising clients across a wide range of sectors.

Eversheds Sutherland has recruited Robert Dever and Mary Gavin as partners in Dublin. The appointments are the first senior hires since the integration of the Irish practice into the firm's international business in September.

Northern Ireland firm Davidson McDonnell has doubled the size of its corporate team after welcoming five new members this year. The commercial law firm, which recently marked 10 years since its foundation in Belfast, now has a 10-strong team specialising in corporate transactions.

John O'Kelly has been elected as chairperson of the Belfast Solicitors' Association (BSA). Mr O'Kelly, a partner in Belfast-based HHD Solicitors, was elected at yesterday's BSA AGM to succeed outgoing chairperson Robert Croskery.