We are thrilled to announce that this year’s LEAP Irish Law Awards winners were revealed at a gala awards ceremony on the 6th of June at the Clayton Hotel, Burlington Road, Dublin, hosted by Anton Savage.
The awards highlight the extraordinary achievements of individuals, firms, and teams who demonstrate outstanding dedication, skill, and leadership in the practice of law.
This year’s ceremony brought together over 500 legal professionals from across the country, representing a wide range of practice areas, regions, and sectors. With 31 award categories, the night recognised solicitors, barristers, legal executives, in-house teams, law schools, and students who have gone above and beyond in delivering exemplary service and driving positive change in the legal landscape.
Among the many deserving winners on the night, Lifetime Achievement was awarded to former president Mrs. Mary Robinson and the prestigious “Law Firm of the Year” award (sponsored by LEAP) was awarded to:
Blake & Kenny LLP (Connacht/Ulster)
Hugh J Ward & Co Solicitors (Dublin)
Byrne Carolan Cunningham LLP Solicitors (Leinster)
MHP Sellors LLP (Munster)
Blake & Kenny LLP (Connacht/Ulster)
Hugh J Ward & Co Solicitors (Dublin)
Byrne Carolan Cunningham LLP Solicitors (Leinster)
MHP Sellors LLP (Munster)
The calibre of entries in 2025 was exceptionally high, with the judging panel facing tough decisions in every category. Each finalist represents the best in their field, and the winners stood out for their impact, innovation, and commitment to excellence.
The event also proudly supported The Calcutta Run : the Legal Fundraiser, reinforcing the legal profession’s commitment to giving back and supporting those in need both in Ireland and abroad.
The LEAP Irish Law Awards are an opportunity to recognise the people and firms who lead by example. These winners represent the future of legal practice in Ireland, and we’re proud to support an event that honours the profession’s highest standards
Shane Branagan, CEO of LEAP Legal Software
The 2025 awards once again demonstrated the resilience and ambition of Ireland’s legal community. As the profession continues to evolve, the awards serve as a reminder of the values that define great legal practice: integrity, service, innovation, and leadership
Press Resources
For more information visit www.irishlawawards.ie, Call 01-6401777 or email the events team with your details and enquiry to: events@ashvillemediagroup.com.
2025 Winners Revealed
| Banking & Finance Legal Team / Lawyer of the Year: BNP Paribas S.A., Dublin Branch, Co. Dublin |
| Civil Litigation Law Firm/Lawyer of the Year: Connacht/Ulster: Callan Tansey Solicitors LLP, Co. Sligo (Overall Winner) Dublin: Lavelle Partners, Co. Dublin Leinster: Fiona Baxter, Baxter Mimnagh Solicitors, Co. Longford Munster: McCarthy + Co. Solicitors LLP, Co. Cork |
| Corporate/Commercial Law Team/Lawyer of the Year: Sinead Corcoran, Bon Secours Health System CLG, Co.Dublin |
| Criminal Law Firm/Lawyer of the Year: Michael Hennessy Solicitors,Co.Dublin |
| Diversity and Inclusion Law Firm of the Year: Green & Associates Solicitors, Co. Cork |
| Employment Law Firm/Team/Lawyer of the Year: Connacht/Ulster: Alastair Purdy LLP, Co. Galway (Overall Winner) Dublin/Leinster: Wendy Doyle Solicitors, Co. Dublin Munster: Ormonde Solicitors, Co. Waterford |
| Excellence & Innovation in Client Services: Connacht/Ulster: Callan Tansey Solicitors LLP, Co. Sligo Dublin: State Securities Section Chief State Solicitor's Office, Co. Dublin Leinster: Coghlan Kelly Solicitors, Co. Wexford (Overall Winner) Munster: Jacob Law LLP, Co.Waterford |
| Excellence in Communications - Proudly Sponsored by Irish Legal News The Office of Parliamentary Legal Advisers, Co. Dublin |
| Family Law Firm/Team/Lawyer of the Year: Connacht/Ulster: Geraghty & Co., Solicitors LLP, Co. Galway (Overall Winner) Dublin: Carol McGuinness Solicitors, Co. Dublin Leinster: Paul Brady & Co. LLP, Co. Meath Munster: Marcella Sheehy, Sheehy Solicitors, Co. Tipperary |
| In-House (non-Civil Service/Public Sector) Legal Team/Lawyer of the Year: Allied Irish Banks, p.l.c., Co. Dublin |
| Mental Health and Capacity Law Firm / Team / Lawyer of the Year: Mark Felton, Amorys Solicitors, Co. Wicklow |
| Law Book of the Year: The Assisted Decision-Making Handbook by Emma Slattery, Co. Dublin |
| Law Firm Innovation Award - Proudly Sponsored by Dye & Durham OSM Partners LLP, Co. Dublin |
| Law School of the Year: School of Law, University of Limerick, Co. Limerick |
| Law Student of the Year: Abdulai Mansaray - Technological University Dublin, Co. Dublin |
| Legal Executive of the Year: Nicola Murray, SMD Solicitors, Co. Cork |
| Legal Educator of the Year: Dr Brian Tobin, University of Galway, Co. Galway |
| Personal Injury/Medical Negligence Law Firm/Team/Lawyer of the Year: Connacht/Ulster: Callan Tansey Solicitors LLP, Co. Sligo (Overall Winner) Dublin: HOMS Assist, Co. Dublin Leinster: Byrne Carolan Cunningham LLP Solicitors, Co.Westmeath Munster: MHP Sellors LLP, Co. Clare |
| Pro Bono Publico/Community Law Firm/Lawyer of the Year: Griffith College Irish Innocence Project, Co. Dublin |
| Probate Law Firm/Team/Lawyer of the Year: Connacht/Ulster: Jordan & Kennelly, Co. Mayo Dublin: Lavelle Partners, Co. Dublin Leinster: Elaine Byrne Solicitors, Co. Meath (Overall Winner) Munster: Sweeney McGann Solicitors LLP, Co. Limerick |
| Property Law Firm/Team/Lawyer of the Year - Proudly Sponsored by LEAP Connacht/Ulster: Julie Doyle, West Lex Solicitors LLP, Co. Mayo Dublin: Coyne Solicitors, Co. Dublin Leinster: Byrne Carolan Cunningham LLP Solicitors, Co.Westmeath Munster: Kieran Mulcahy Solicitors, Co. Limerick (Overall Winner) |
| Public Sector / Civil Service In-House Legal Team/Lawyer of the Year International Protection & Human Trafficking Unit, Legal Aid Board, Co. Dublin |
| Service Provider to the Legal Profession: Johnson Hana, Co. Dublin |
| Sole Practitioner of the Year: Connacht/Ulster: Natasha McDermott, McDermott Solicitors, Co. Donegal (Overall Winner) Dublin: Crushell & Co., Co. Dublin Leinster: Susan Webster, Susan Webster & Company, Co. Kildare Munster: Tracie Nolan, Tracie Nolan Solicitors, Co. Cork |
| Sole Principal of the Year: Connacht/Ulster: Carter Anhold & Co Solicitors, Co. Sligo Dublin/Leinster: Michael Hennessy, Co.Dublin (Overall Winner) Munster: Suzanne Parker, Parker Law Solicitors, Co. Waterford |
| Law Firm of the Year - Proudly Sponsored by LEAP Connacht/Ulster: Blake & Kenny LLP, Co. Galway Dublin: Hugh J Ward & Co Solicitors, Co. Dublin Leinster: Byrne Carolan Cunningham LLP Solicitors, Co. Westmeath Munster: MHP Sellors LLP, Co. Clare (Overall Winner) |
| Lawyer of the Year: Connacht/Ulster: David McGinley, McGinley Solicitors LLP, Co. Donegal Dublin: Paul Tweed, WP Tweed & Co., Co. Dublin Leinster: Ciarán Mulholland, Mulholland Law, Co.Louth (Overall Winner) Munster: Geraldine Carey Legal Aid Board, Co. Cork |
| ADR Firm/Lawyer of the Year (Regional and National): Eversheds-Sutherland LLP, Co. Dublin |
| Special Merit Award: Phoenix Law, Co. Antrim |
| Lifetime Achievement - Proudly Sponsored by LEAP Mary Robinson |
Irish Law Awards
Ashville Media Group
Unit 55 Park West Road
Dublin 12
t. +353 (0) 16401777
e. events@ashvillemediagroup.com
This email was sent to you though Prowly.com PR Software on behalf of Ashville Media Group
© Copyright 2018 - ASHVILLE MEDIA GROUP Ltd. | PRIVACY STATEMENT | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED |
Unit 55 Park West Road
Dublin 12
t. +353 (0) 16401777
e. events@ashvillemediagroup.com
This email was sent to you though Prowly.com PR Software on behalf of Ashville Media Group
© Copyright 2018 - ASHVILLE MEDIA GROUP Ltd. | PRIVACY STATEMENT | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED |
