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Photo for article LK Shields Solicitors LLP – Merger with Byrne Wallace LLP

LK Shields Solicitors LLP – Merger with Byrne Wallace LLP

LK Shields Solicitors LLP is delighted to announce that we are merging with ByrneWallace LLP to create a new...

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Sale of Airtraks Ltd t/a ATC to Arvato

LK Shields was delighted to act for the shareholders in the sale of Airtraks Limited t/a ATC to...

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Overhaul of Limited Partnerships

by Emmet Scully, Lisa McEllin
Photo for article DORA: Repercussions for ICT third party service providers

DORA: Repercussions for ICT third party service providers

by David Naughton, Jane O’Grady, Katrina Smyth
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Seed and Venture Capital Scheme 2025 - 2029

Enterprise Ireland has issued a call for expressions of interest pursuant to the Seed and Venture Capital Scheme 2025 – 2029. The...

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Changes to the Companies Act 2014

by Colm Hanley, Michelle Howe, Denise Twomey, Patricia Kelly
Financial Services
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LK Shields recently hosted a panel discussion on the Adoption of AI in the Financial Services sector. Listen back to the panel discussion with Jude...

Photo for article Acquisition of Bond Chemicals Limited by Calibre Scientific

Acquisition of Bond Chemicals Limited by Calibre Scientific

LK Shields was delighted to act as Irish legal advisors for Calibre Scientific in the acquisition of Bond Chemicals Limited. ...

Photo for article DeepIE Ventures’ participation in the investment round of Ovagen Group Limited

DeepIE Ventures’ participation in the investment round of Ovagen Group Limited

LK Shields Solicitors LLP was delighted to act DeepIE Ventures in connection with its participation in the investment round of...

Photo for article Acquisition of Kitchen Safe Services Limited by Ranger Services Holdings Limited

Acquisition of Kitchen Safe Services Limited by Ranger Services Holdings Limited

LK Shields was delighted to act as Irish counsel for Ranger Fire and Security in its acquisition of KSS Fire...

21 Nov 2024
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Navigating the Future: Key Employment Law Developments and What to Expect in 2025

We are delighted to invite you to a webinar which looks ahead to the Key Employment Law Developments of 2025. Key...

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Changes in Commercial Rates Regime

by Patrick Ryan, Stephen Browne
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AI and MiFID

by David Naughton, Jane O’Grady, Katrina Smyth
Photo for article Get Ready for Ireland’s New Cyber Security Regime

Get Ready for Ireland’s New Cyber Security Regime

by Jane O’Grady, Ian Lavelle, Laura Keane
Photo for article Sponsorship of Dublin International Disputes Week 2024

Sponsorship of Dublin International Disputes Week 2024

LK Shields are delighted to sponsor the Dublin International Disputes Week 2024 taking place at Dublin Castle from 30th...

Photo for article Sure Valley Ventures’s participation in the investment round of Purple Transform Limited.

Sure Valley Ventures’s participation in the investment round of Purple Transform Limited.

LK Shields Solicitors LLP was delighted to act for it’s longstanding client Sure Valley Ventures in connection with...

Photo for article Investment by Quintas Wealth Management Limited in Epic Global Agency Limited.

Investment by Quintas Wealth Management Limited in Epic Global Agency Limited.

LK Shields Solicitors LLP was delighted to act for Quintas Wealth Management Limited in its investment in Epic Global Agency...

24 Sep 2024
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The Adoption of AI in Financial Services

Keynote address by Minister of State for Financial Services Neale Richmond, T.D. Panel Discussion on the Adoption of Artificial...

Photo for article BVP Investments Limited invests in Legitfit Limited

BVP Investments Limited invests in Legitfit Limited

BVP Investments Limited has procured an investment out of the 2023 BVP EII Fund into Legitfit Limited. Legitfit’s business...

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Investment in EIDA Solutions

We were delighted to advise Renatus Capital Partners on its investment in EIDA Solutions, having previously advised on the establishment...

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Sale of CRS to Coolworld

We were delighted to advise Renatus Capital Partners on the sale of CRS, having previously advised on the initial investment...

Photo for article Sale of AQF Medical to UFP Technologies

Sale of AQF Medical to UFP Technologies

We were delighted to advise Renatus Capital (one of the sellers) on the sale of AQF Medical to UFP...

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Investment in DP Medical by Foresight Group

We were delighted to advise Foresight Group on its investment in DP Medical. DP Medical is a UK-based distributor of...

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Corporate Sustainability Reporting

The CSRD and New Obligations for Irish Companies. Certain companies in Ireland will now be required to comply with sustainability...

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€250 Million Seed and Venture Capital Scheme Announced

The Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment Peter Burke T.D  has announced an allocation of €250 million to...

Photo for article ORS acquires Pro-Fire & Design Limited

ORS acquires Pro-Fire & Design Limited

LK Shields was delighted to act for ORS, an Erisbeg portfolio company, on its acquisition of Pro-Fire ...

Photo for article Atlantic Bridge’s participation in the series B round of CroiValve Limited.

Atlantic Bridge’s participation in the series B round of CroiValve Limited.

LK Shields was delighted to act for  Atlantic Bridge in connection with its participation in the series B...

Photo for article Sure Valley Ventures’s participation in the investment round of Phinxt Robotics Ltd

Sure Valley Ventures’s participation in the investment round of Phinxt Robotics Ltd

LK Shields was delighted to act for its longstanding client Sure Valley Ventures in connection with its investment in Phinxt...

Photo for article Irish Limited Partnerships: Annual Return and Financial Reporting Obligations

Irish Limited Partnerships: Annual Return and Financial Reporting Obligations

by Colm Hanley, Michelle Howe, Patricia Kelly, Denise Twomey
Photo for article Participation of MiddleGame Ventures and other existing investors in the series A round of Trustap Ltd

Participation of MiddleGame Ventures and other existing investors in the series A round of Trustap Ltd

LK Shields was delighted to act for MiddleGame Ventures and other existing investors in connection with their participation in the...

Corporate and Commercial
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In this edition Gemma Forde, Corporate Partner and Head of our Galway office, and Kris O’Shea, Corporate and Commercial Senior Associate at LK Shields...

Photo for article Sure Valley Ventures Participate in the Investment Round of Vortex IQ Limited

Sure Valley Ventures Participate in the Investment Round of Vortex IQ Limited

LK Shields was delighted to act for its longstanding client Sure Valley Ventures in connection with its investment in...

Photo for article Expanded Thresholds for Company Size Audit and Abridgement Exemptions

Expanded Thresholds for Company Size Audit and Abridgement Exemptions

by Colm Hanley, Michelle Howe, Patricia Kelly, Denise Twomey
Photo for article AI, Machine Learning & Big Data Laws and Regulations 2024

AI, Machine Learning & Big Data Laws and Regulations 2024

LK Shields is delighted to announce that Jane O’Grady has made an exclusive contribution for Ireland to the...

Photo for article Abbey International Finance Acquires Stake in Blackberry Hearing Limited

Abbey International Finance Acquires Stake in Blackberry Hearing Limited

LK Shields was delighted to act for Abbey International Finance in connection with its investment in Blackberry Hearing Limited. The...

Photo for article Sure Valley invests in Itty-Bit Limited

Sure Valley invests in Itty-Bit Limited

LK Shields advised Sure Valley Ventures an early-stage venture capital fund on its recent co-lead investment in Itty-Bit Limited.  ...

Photo for article Investment by Quintas Wealth Management Limited in Customer Experience Holdings Limited

Investment by Quintas Wealth Management Limited in Customer Experience Holdings Limited

LK Shields was delighted to act for Quintas Wealth Management Limited in its investment in Customer Experience Holdings Limited. The...

Photo for article ELTIF 2.0: Welcome Developments

ELTIF 2.0: Welcome Developments

by David Naughton, Katrina Smyth
Photo for article Investment round of Inspeq AI Limited

Investment round of Inspeq AI Limited

LK Shields Solicitors LLP was delighted to act for it’s longstanding client Sure Valley Ventures in connection with...

Photo for article Law of Capital Acquisitions Tax, Stamp Duty and LPT, Finance (No. 2) Act 2023

Law of Capital Acquisitions Tax, Stamp Duty and LPT, Finance (No. 2) Act 2023

Emmet Scully has co-edited ‘Law of Capital Acquisitions Tax, Stamp Duty and LPT, Finance Act 2023’ recently published by...

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Digital Assets in 2024

by David Naughton, Narita Woods
Corporate and Commercial
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Welcome to the latest edition of the Legal Business Podcast with LK Shields. In this edition Gemma Forde, Head of our Galway office interviews, Kevin...

Photo for article Verdane, a Norwegian based private equity firm, acquires majority stake in Corlytics Limited

Verdane, a Norwegian based private equity firm, acquires majority stake in Corlytics Limited

We acted for Kernel Capital, Infinity Capital and other shareholders in the sale of 80% of their shareholding in Corlytics Limited...

Photo for article Sale of Neylons Facility Management to Apleona Ireland Limited

Sale of Neylons Facility Management to Apleona Ireland Limited

LK Shields was delighted to  act for the shareholders in the sale of Neylons Facility Management to Apleona.  ...

Photo for article Sponsorship of The Real Deal 2024

Sponsorship of The Real Deal 2024

LK Shields is delighted to announce their sponsor of Ireland's premier event for entrepreneurs - The Real Deal...

Photo for article Sale of JFW Renewables Limited

Sale of JFW Renewables Limited

LK Shields was delighted to act for Gearóid Whelan in the sale of his shares in JFW Renewables...

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Designated Maritime Area Plans

by Philip Daly, Jamie Ritchie
Photo for article Missed an Annual Return Deadline?

Missed an Annual Return Deadline?

by Colm Hanley, Michelle Howe, Patricia Kelly, Denise Twomey
Photo for article Company Secretarial Newsletter – April 2024

Company Secretarial Newsletter – April 2024

by Colm Hanley, Michelle Howe, Patricia Kelly, Denise Twomey
Photo for article Updated CBI Expectations for PI and EMI Authorisation and AISP Registration

Updated CBI Expectations for PI and EMI Authorisation and AISP Registration

On 9 April, the Central Bank of Ireland published updated authorisation expectations for firms that are seeking authorisation as a Payment...

Photo for article Share Schemes: A Review of Recent Developments

Share Schemes: A Review of Recent Developments

There are a wide range of share-based remuneration schemes available for employees in Ireland.  Revenue approved arrangements qualify for...

Photo for article Amendments to the Companies Act 2014

Amendments to the Companies Act 2014

The General Scheme of the Companies (Corporate Governance, Enforcement and Regulatory Provisions) Bill 2024 has been published.  It is a...

Photo for article Purchase of Lewralos Limited (known as Wood Communications Limited) by Alcadon Group AB (publ.)

Purchase of Lewralos Limited (known as Wood Communications Limited) by Alcadon Group AB (publ.)

LK Shields was delighted to act for Alcadon Group AB (publ.) in the purchase of Wood Communications Limited. Alcadon Group...

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Legal 500 2024

LK Shields has once again been highly ranked in the latest edition of The Legal 500 2024 guide to outstanding...

Photo for article Sale of Murphy Geospatial Group Limited to Woolpert Ireland Limited

Sale of Murphy Geospatial Group Limited to Woolpert Ireland Limited

LK Shields was delighted to act for the founders of the Murphy Geospatial Group Limited in the sale of the...

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Chambers Europe 2024

Leading independent legal ranking publication Chambers Europe has again highly ranked a number of our practice areas and solicitors...

Corporate and Commercial
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In this edition we discuss how effective IP strategies can help businesses achieve global scale. Participants: Gemma Forde, corporate partner at LK Shields, Joe Doyle...

Photo for article Volition Capital Fund V, L.P. participation in the series A round of the Halo Technologies Europe Ltd

Volition Capital Fund V, L.P. participation in the series A round of the Halo Technologies Europe Ltd

LK Shields was delighted to assist Volition Capital on Irish law matters in connection with its participation in...

Photo for article LK Shields advises Fairstone Ireland on its expansion into the Irish market

LK Shields advises Fairstone Ireland on its expansion into the Irish market

LK Shields is delighted to have advised Fairstone Ireland on its three recent partnerships with Carey Financial Planning (Galway), Murray ...

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Chambers Global 2024

Leading independent legal ranking publication Chambers Global has again highly ranked a number of our practice areas and solicitors. Our...

Photo for article Acquisition of Eight Degrees Brewing Company Limited

Acquisition of Eight Degrees Brewing Company Limited

LK Shields was delighted to act for Scott Baigent and Cameron Wallace in their acquisition of Eight Degrees Brewing Company...

Real Estate
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In this edition we are listening back to a recent LK Shields event on ESG held in the iconic Bonham Quay development in Galway. From...

Photo for article Occupli acquires Elite Private Ambulance Service (Cork) Limited

Occupli acquires Elite Private Ambulance Service (Cork) Limited

LK Shields is delighted to have acted for Occupli, part of the Erisbeg Group, on its acquisition of Elite Private...

Photo for article LK Shields Announces New Technology and Innovation Partner

LK Shields Announces New Technology and Innovation Partner

LK Shields is delighted to announce Jane O’Grady’s promotion to partner of the firm.  Jane...

Photo for article BVP Investments Limited invests in Coindrum Limited

BVP Investments Limited invests in Coindrum Limited

BVP Investments Limited has procured an investment out of the 2022 BVP EII Fund into Coindrum Limited. Coindrum’s business...

Mergers and Acquisitions
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While deal values in 2023 were in the main down on previous years we continued to be involved in a large volume of M&A deals...

Photo for article Acquisition by Seidor of Teamsoft Limited

Acquisition by Seidor of Teamsoft Limited

LK Shields was delighted to act for Seidor in its acquisition of Teamsoft Limited as it expands its footprint...

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Sale of Allied Automation Limited

LK Shields Solicitors LLP was delighted to have acted in the sale of Allied Automation Limited to Greatech Technology Berhad. ...

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Newly Qualified Associate Solicitors

Congratulations to our latest group of newly qualified associate solicitors. They will each be admitted to the roll of solicitors...

Corporate and Commercial
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Everyone at LK Shields wishes you a happy Christmas and a wonderful New Year. This year, instead of sending cards or gifts, we have made...

Real Estate
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During this informative panel discussion, each panel member shares their insights on sustainable development.

Photo for article The Planning and Development Bill 2023 - Update

The Planning and Development Bill 2023 - Update

The Planning and Development Bill 2023 (the Bill) is the third largest Bill in the history of the State and represents...

Photo for article BVP Investments Limited invests in Invert Robotics

BVP Investments Limited invests in Invert Robotics

BVP Investments Limited has procured an investment out of the 2022 BVP EII Fund into Invert Robotics Group Limited. Invert Robotics...

Photo for article Who’s Who Legal: Competition 2023

Who’s Who Legal: Competition 2023

Marco Hickey, Partner, EU, Competition and Regulated Markets at LK Shields has been recognised in Who's Who Legal: Competition 2023....

Photo for article Acquisition of International Airline Marketing by European Cargo Services.

Acquisition of International Airline Marketing by European Cargo Services.

LK Shields was delighted to act for the shareholders of International Airline Marketing (Holdings) Limited in the sale of their...

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Sons Investment Round

LK Shields is delighted to have acted for Sons on it's recent investment round. The LK Shields team involved...

Photo for article BVP Investments Limited invests in Positive Carbon Limited

BVP Investments Limited invests in Positive Carbon Limited

BVP Investments Limited has procured an investment out of the 2022 BVP EII Fund into Positive Carbon Limited. Positive Carbon Limited...

Photo for article Greenwashing in Investment Funds

Greenwashing in Investment Funds

by David Naughton, Katrina Smyth, Narita Woods, Mina Dawood
Photo for article LK Shields Announces New Litigation Partner

LK Shields Announces New Litigation Partner

LK Shields is delighted to announce Muireann Granville’s promotion to partner of the firm.  Muireann joined the...

Photo for article Sale of Keaney Insurance Brokers Limited to Arthur J Gallagher Holdings (Ireland) Limited

Sale of Keaney Insurance Brokers Limited to Arthur J Gallagher Holdings (Ireland) Limited

LK Shields was delighted to act for Terry Keaney in the sale of Keaney Insurance Brokers Limited to Arthur J...

Photo for article BVP Investments Limited invests in X-Bolt Orthopaedics

BVP Investments Limited invests in X-Bolt Orthopaedics

BVP Investments Limited has procured an investment out of the 2022 BVP EII Fund into X-Bolt Orthopaedics. X-Bolt’s business...

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