We are pleased to announce the appointment of Cathal Minihane as Partner in the firm’s expanding Public Sector Unit.

Holmes, a leading Irish law firm providing legal services nationwide and recognised for its depth of public sector and corporate legal expertise, is pleased to announce the appointment of Cathal Minihane as Partner in the firm’s expanding Public Sector Unit.

Cathal is a highly respected public sector lawyer with extensive experience advising public bodies and regulatory authorities on all aspects of administrative law, regulatory governance, and public sector decision‑making. His career spans senior roles both in‑house within the public sector and as a trusted external advisor to governmental and regulatory organisations.

In his new role, Cathal will lead the Public Sector team as it continues to grow in line with the firm’s broader expansion across Dublin, Limerick and Cork. His appointment strengthens Holmes’ position as a go‑to advisor for public sector legal services, complementing the firm’s established reputation for delivering quality, knowledge, experience and value.

We are delighted to welcome Cathal to the Partnership as we build and expand our Public Sector service. His strong knowledge, expertise and experience are invaluable to our clients. Cathal’s appointment represents an important milestone in the firm’s continued growth and its commitment to providing industry focused, expert legal advice across Ireland

Harry Fehily

Managing Partner