Philip Lee LLP has a rounded banking and finance practice with particular strength in development finance, along with real estate finance, corporate lending, acquisition finance and project finance. The banking and finance team works closely with colleagues in the construction and projects teams. It has close connections to Ireland’s pillar banks and a wide range of alternative lenders. It is also building its relationships with corporate borrowers. The firm primarily operates in the mid-market space, in financings ranging from €5m to €25m. Louis Burke leads the banking and finance team, has a significant focus on development finance and advises a range of alternative lenders. Ruairí Mac Cumhaill frequently advises Ireland’s pillar banks on corporate lending, acquisition finance and project finance matters. Simon O’Neill and managing partner Jonathan Kelly are also key members of the team. Sean Forsyth also impresses.
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‘We have worked with Philip Lee on several transactions and they have impressed us with their speed, professionalism and their commercial awareness on each of these transactions. If we need to execute a transaction quickly, we always use Philip Lee.’
‘Louis Burke – commercially astute and knowledgeable lawyer with extensive experience in all aspects of development finance lending. Successfully leads a highly skilled team and works incredibly well under tight deadlines. One of Louis’ key strengths is his affable yet no-nonsense approach and he tends to always have several solutions for any problems that arise. Sean Forsyth is a hard-working and well-rounded lawyer who repeatedly delivers on all projects. His attention to detail is very strong and it is evident that he is highly regarded by his peers in other firms. ’
‘Ruairí Mac Cumhaill is quick to turn work around and give an objective view on proposals. ’
‘Philip Lee really is an exceptional firm to be interacting with and would now be regarded as the 'go to' firm for us. Communication, responsiveness and a willingness to find a solution for all parties, sets Philip Lee apart from other firms. In an environment where personal relationships seem secondary, this is not the case with Philip Lee and if a partner doesn't answer your call they will always, without fail, call you back before the need for a second call.’
‘Louis Burke is a standout performer. His professionalism, energy and responsiveness takes the stress away for clients. When dealing with Philip Lee you always feel like you are dealing with knowledgeable people who are part of a very efficient high performing team.'
‘The Philip Lee team are highly efficient, excellent at their jobs and provide a great service.’
‘Louis Burke - very commercial and excellent with dealing with our borrower's solicitors.’
‘The Philip Lee team excels in communication and consistently closes deals more efficiently than any of their competitors. ’
‘I would like to give specific mention to both Jonathan Kelly (Managing Partner) and Sean Forsyth (Senior Associate). Jonathan and Sean are excellent communicators with exceptional legal knowledge. They have an ability to close out deals in a more efficient manner than any of their competitors. ’
Anwält*innen
Führende Associates
Führende Associates sind regelmäßig an zentralen Mandaten des Teams beteiligt und erhalten positives Feedback von Wettbewerbern oder Mandanten.
Praxisleitung
Louis Burke
Weitere Kernanwält*innen
Ruairí Mac Cumhaill; Jonathan Kelly; Simon O’Neill; Sean Forsyth