Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution - DAC Beachcroft
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Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution

Our commercial litigation and dispute resolution team specialises in advising domestic and international clients in relation to a wide range of commercial disputes with particular expertise in the areas of corporate, property, financial and insurance disputes. The team has extensive experience in advising on complex, high profile litigation.

OUR TEAM

The Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution team is led by Location Head Lisa Broderick and partner Rowena McCormack. Together with senior associate Julie-Anne Binchy, the team includes associate, Charlotte Burke and solicitor, David Freeman.

WHAT WE DO

Our approach to dispute resolution is simple: we strive to protect our clients' interests by achieving the best commercial outcome for clients whilst minimising the cost, damage and disruption to business. The team provides clients with pragmatic commercial advice in a timely and cost-effective way with a view to preventing the escalation of disputes at an early stage. Where this is not possible, the team has considerable expertise in resolving disputes through mediation, arbitration and other forms of alternative dispute resolution together with managing all levels of litigation before the Irish courts.

We work closely with our clients in order to determine and agree the most effective and efficient strategy to accomplish their objectives.  We are always cognisant of preserving existing business relationships.  Once we understand your precise requirements, we will tailor a team to your maximum benefit and work on securing the best outcome for your business.

HOW WE CAN ASSIST

We provide comprehensive advisory services in relation to all aspects of dispute management and resolution including:

  • strategic pre-litigation advices
  • commercial and contractual disputes
  • judicial reviews
  • financial services disputes
  • defective product and product liability claims
  • contentious property disputes including construction, planning, environmental and landlord & tenant issues
  • defamation claims
  • intellectual property (IP) disputes
  • data protection, cyber security and privacy
RECENT EXPERIENCE 
  • Providing ongoing advices to a “Big 4” Accountancy Firm in relation to its involvement in State run inquiries.
  • Acting on behalf of a well-known property developer in respect of proceedings involving the National Asset Management Agency.
  • Acting on behalf of a well-known Irish retailer in the High Court, Court of Appeal and Supreme Court in relation to a dispute concerning the construction and enforceability of a Development Agreement.
  • Providing ongoing advice to an Austrian manufacturer in relation to challenges it encounters with Irish distributors.
  • Acting on behalf of a well-known insurer in the Commercial Court in defending a Brokers’ negligence claim.
  • Advising on a wide variety of contractual and financial disputes before the Commercial Court.
  • Advising on all aspects of brand protection and intellectual property (IP) rights
  • Advising a number of high profile clients in relation to substantial defamation and breach of privacy claims.
  • Advising a large health facility in respect of a data breach of highly confidential and sensitive information.

DAC Beachcroft Dublin is "always obliging, beyond its remit."

"We ask for this team specifically because of the way a case is managed from beginning to end, keeping us up to date with developments, and even coming out to work alongside our staff."

"These lawyers provide straight answers quickly so you don't have to wait."

Lisa Broderick is "very efficient and sure in her understanding and knowledge of the law."

According to one source, the lawyers are "very dedicated, all work is dealt with in a calm manner, even when under pressure, and they have a very hands-on approach with clients.”

One client describes the team as "top-class" on the basis that "they understand us and our issues."

The firm's client service is frequently a point of praise, with one market observer mentioning that team members are "approachable, very quick to revert, efficient and keep to timelines." Another source appreciates the team's "interest and expertise in the client's activities and how they can support those activities."

Our Lawyers View All

Our Lawyers - Lisa Broderick

Lisa Broderick

Partner Dublin

Lisa specialises in complex litigation particularly before the Irish…

Our Lawyers - Rowena McCormack

Rowena McCormack

Partner Dublin

Rowena is a litigation specialist with considerable experience in dealing…

Our Lawyers - Julie-Anne Binchy

Julie-Anne Binchy

Senior Associate Dublin

Julie-Anne is a senior associate with the Commercial Litigation team in…

Our Lawyers - Charlotte Burke

Charlotte Burke

Senior Associate Dublin

Our Lawyers - David Freeman

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