35 Walkers Lawyers Recognised In IFLR1000 Western Europe 2025

Walkers have earned continued recognition in the 2025 IFLR1000 Western Europe rankings, with outstanding results across their Ireland, Jersey, Guernsey and London offices. A total of 35 of their lawyers have been ranked, reflecting the depth of talent and expertise across the firm. Notable achievements include:

Newly ranked lawyers:

• Damien Barnaville – Rising star partner
• Muireann Nic Dhonncha – Notable practitioner
• Keith Hyland – Rising star
• Clare Mannion – Rising star

Promotions:

• Aongus McCarthy – Promoted to rising star partner
• Eoin Ryan – Promoted to rising star partner

Retained rankings:

• Women leaders and highly regarded: Noeleen Ruddy, Alexandra Corner, Sarah Brehaut
• Market leader: Simon Hopwood
• Highly regarded: Nicholas Blake-Knox, Caitlin Friel, Matt Hedigan, Killian McSharry, Andrew Traynor, Fraser Hern, Dilmun Leach, Nigel Weston, Jonathan Heaney, Mark Dunlop, Matt Sanders, Chris Hutley-Hurst, Craig Cordle, Donna Ager
• Rising star partner: William Greensmyth, Kevin McQuillan, James Lydeard, Zoë Hallam
• Notable practitioner: Jack Boldarin, Ian McNamee, Tatiana Collins, Patrick Ormond
• Rising star: Joe Mitchell, Jessica Robinson, Caitlin Friel

This year’s rankings also highlight Walkers’ excellence across 12 practice areas. Jersey and Guernsey were recognised in Financial and corporate and Investment funds, while Ireland achieved rankings in Asset finance, Banking, Capital markets: Debt, Capital markets: Structured finance and securitisation, Financial services regulatory, Investment funds, M&A and Restructuring and insolvency.

Jack Boldarin, Walkers’ London managing partner, commented:

‘I’m delighted to see our lawyers across Ireland, Jersey, Guernsey and London offices recognised for their technical excellence and commercial insight. These rankings are a reflection of the high standards we set and the results we deliver for our clients.’

Walkers remain committed to delivering top-tier legal advice and maintaining their position as a leading firm in the European market. This recognition follows the recent Legal 500 UK 2026 rankings, where Walkers achieved strong results across Guernsey, Jersey and London.