Banking and Finance

Trusted Advisors for Financial Institutions, Lenders & Investors

Holmes is a leading Irish law firm providing tailored legal advice across banking, lending, and financial restructuring. We support banks, lenders, investors, and corporate borrowers with compliant, risk-focused solutions that enable efficient and successful transactions.

As a trusted panel firm for Bank of Ireland, AIB, and Permanent TSB, we deliver practical, results-driven legal support across all aspects of finance and restructuring. With offices in Dublin, Cork, and Limerick, our team offers nationwide coverage underpinned by deep sector expertise.

Why Choose Holmes?

• Trusted by Leading Banks – Panel firm for major Irish financial institutions.

• Proven Expertise – High-value transactions, corporate finance, and structured lending.

• Commercially Focused Advice – Tailored solutions aligned with your financial and business goals.

Our Banking & Finance Expertise

Holmes offers a comprehensive suite of legal services across the banking and finance sector. We act for financial institutions, alternative lenders, investors, and corporate borrowers in both domestic and cross-border transactions.

Corporate Lending & Debt Finance

• Structuring and negotiating secured and unsecured corporate loans.

• Advising on syndicated facilities, refinancing, and intercreditor arrangements.

• Drafting and reviewing facility agreements and security packages.

Acquisition & Leveraged Finance

• Structuring and executing acquisition finance, including M&A deals, LBOs, and MBOs.

• Advising on sponsor-backed and private equity–funded transactions.

• Ensuring tax-efficient, enforceable financing structures to support buy-side strategies.

Financial Services Litigation & Disputes

• Representing clients in loan enforcement, debt recovery, and financial litigation.

• Managing disputes involving financial mis-selling, fraud, and regulatory breaches.

• Acting for institutions in cross-border litigation and asset tracing.

Real Estate Finance

• Advising lenders and developers on layered financing for real estate projects.

• Structuring development finance and property investment lending.

• Advising on secured property transactions and distressed asset recovery.

Restructuring & Insolvency

• Leading on corporate restructures, examinerships, and schemes of arrangement.

• Advising creditors and borrowers on distressed lending and turnaround options.

• Acting in receiverships, liquidations, and enforcement of secured obligations.

Speak to Our Banking & Finance Legal Experts

Looking for expert legal advice on banking or finance matters? Speak to our team today below to arrange a confidential consultation.