Liam joins DWF with extensive experience in complex commercial disputes, having previously practised at Clyde & Co, Arthur Cox and A&L Goodbody. Liam spent five years in Clyde & Co’s London office before returning home to Dublin, where he has spent the last four years advising clients on high-value and high-profile matters.
A dual-qualified litigation lawyer, Liam brings over 15 years of experience to include acting for London market insurers, global reinsurers, corporates, professional services firms, and financial institutions.
His practice focuses on commercial litigation and arbitration involving complex contracts, (re) insurance disputes, global risks, financial lines, product liability, professional negligence, construction, and regulatory issues. Liam also has a specialism in cyber breach and data privacy matters.
Liam has acted in some of the most significant Commercial Court disputes in Ireland, particularly in the aviation, financial services and insurance sectors.
Commenting on his appointment, Liam said: "I am delighted to join DWF at an exciting time for the firm’s growth in Ireland. DWF has made a significant commitment to the Irish market and I am thrilled to be a part of its global expansion. DWF’s collaborative culture and global platform provide a fantastic opportunity to continue delivering strategic and commercial advice to clients facing increasingly complex legal and regulatory challenges."
James Colville, managing partner of DWF in Dublin, added: "Liam’s appointment is a strong addition to our disputes capability in Dublin. His experience in high-value Commercial Court matters and his specialist knowledge of financial lines and cyber risks significantly strengthen our offering to clients in Ireland for corporates and (re) insurers across the wider global insurance market."
