Debt Recovery Solicitors | Commercial & Enforcement

Commercial Debt Recovery Advice

Holmes advises businesses, public sector bodies, insurers and financial institutions on the recovery of unpaid debts, delivering practical, commercially focused solutions designed to maximise recovery and minimise disruption. We understand the importance of prompt, decisive action and tailor our approach to the nature of the debt, the debtor profile and your commercial objectives.

Our debt recovery team supports clients across the full recovery lifecycle, combining volume recovery capability with deep litigation and enforcement expertise to deliver efficient, cost-effective outcomes.

Practical Debt Recovery Solutions, Tailored to Your Needs

Specialising in volume debt recovery, our systems and processes are designed to streamline recovery and improve results. We manage the entire process on your behalf, from issuing initial demand letters and commencing proceedings to obtaining judgment and enforcing recovery across all courts and jurisdictions in the Republic of Ireland.

Our approach is flexible and client-focused. We customise workflows to meet your specific requirements and provide clear, regular management reporting so you have full visibility at every stage of the recovery process.

Comprehensive Debt Recovery Support

Our debt recovery solicitors advise on the full range of recovery and enforcement options, including:

Pre-action demand strategies and settlement negotiations
District, Circuit and High Court debt proceedings
Judgment enforcement, including execution, instalment orders and committal applications
Cross-jurisdictional enforcement within Ireland
Insolvency-related recovery and creditor remedies

We regularly act for commercial clients, public bodies, insurers and financial institutions, providing clear advice on complex recovery scenarios and delivering pragmatic solutions that protect value.

Trusted Debt Recovery Advisors

Holmes is recognised as a leading debt recovery practice in Ireland, with market-leading experience in both volume and complex recovery matters. Our team combines efficient, technology-enabled processes with commercially focused advice to maximise recoveries while keeping cost and risk under control.

Clients value our transparent reporting, responsive support and practical, results-driven approach. If you require advice on debt recovery, enforcement or settlement strategy, our experienced solicitors can support you with tailored solutions aligned to your objectives.

Meet the Team

Jacci Fox

Director

Éadaoin Jackson

Associate

Debt Recovery, Insurance Litigation, Corporate Restructuring and Insolvency

Harry Fehily

Managing Partner

Litigation and Mediation

Geoffrey Fung

Solicitor

Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution

Contentious construction and debt collection matters are a growing area for the team, led by Harry Fehily, Michael Murphy, and Pat McInerney.

Legal 500 EMEA 2021 | Dispute Resolution

‘From my perspective the main strength that I have observed is the ability to give good sound advice at the earliest juncture so as to facilitate an early resolution of a dispute and so avoid costly litigation.’

Legal 500 EMEA 2021 | Dispute Resolution

‘The team are very professional in their dealings with us and are readily accessible when needed. They are efficient and competent.’

Legal 500 EMEA 2021 | Dispute Resolution