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Choosing a European fund domicile:
INFOGRAPHIC: The views of global asset managers
Thinking of doing business in Ireland?
In 2014, Forbes ranked Ireland one of the best countries in the world for business. Over 1,150 international companies have operations in here. Read more...
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A guide to doing business in Ireland
In 2014, Forbes ranked Ireland one of the best countries in the world for business. Over 1,150 international companies have operations in here.
Companies Act Ireland 2014 Guide
The Companies Act 2014 became operative on 1 June 2015. Now that this new law is in force, we are advising clients to consider the Act’s impact on their future business and...
Choosing a European fund domicile: The views of global asset managers
A survey conducted by the Economist Intelligence Unit on behalf of Matheson.
Establishing funds in Ireland?
Ireland is one of the leading domiciles for investment funds in the world. This video explores Matheson’s extensive asset management and investment funds practice.
Investing in Ireland
Ireland is the leading gateway to the EU’s 500 million strong market for international business. It offers a very favourable corporate tax regime along with a skilled and flexible labour pool.
The Economist Intelligence Unit’s report on FDI in Ireland
The EIU’s Matheson-commissioned report: “Investing in Ireland: A survey of foreign direct investors” sets out the reasons why so many leading companies locate in Ireland.
Ireland: The leading aircraft finance and leasing location
Ireland is the leading jurisdiction for the location of aircraft leasing companies and through which aircraft finance transactions are structured.
Matheson’s guide to Irish employment law
Read our comprehensive guide to Irish employment law for international companies investing in Ireland.
The four cornerstones of Ireland’s success
Our infographic - the four cornerstones of success - explains why Ireland works as an FDI location.
FDI Insights
Why Ireland is a great place to do business FDI video
We think Ireland is a great place to do business, but do not take our word for it. Watch our Foreign Direct Investment video to find out why.
Ireland’s FDI offering at a Crossroads
Ireland is at an inflection point in terms of its offering to international companies and financial institutions and must act quickly to maintain its competitive advantage.
Why Ireland for Technology companies
Video from IDA Ireland on why technology companies should invest in Ireland 2014
A gateway for FDI
Mark O'Sullivan writes in Business & Finance on why Ireland continues to be an attractive gateway into the EU for FDI.
Ireland: A world-class place to do business
Article in American Lawyer by Matheson’s US Business Group.
Ireland as a European gateway jurisdiction for China
Ireland as a Chinese gateway to Europe.
Video: Barry O’Leary of IDA Ireland
Barry O'Leary of IDA Ireland shares his insights on strategies for future FDI growth and skills demands in Ireland.
Focusing on FDI is a win-win approach
Robert O’Shea writes about FDI for the Public Affairs Ireland Journal.
What makes Ireland great
What makes Ireland great makes Ireland great for business - video from IDA Ireland
FDI: Ireland must innovate to stay ahead
Robert O’Shea writes in The Sunday Business Post on Ireland's need to innovate.
FDI Contacts
Matheson is the law firm of choice for international companies and financial institutions doing business in and through Ireland.
Commercially focused, innovative, responsive and results driven, we build strong, long-term relationships with clients. We have the scale and depth of expertise to manage the largest and most complex deals. We pride ourselves on our record of delivering focused, commercial advice and excellent service to our global client base.
Our focus on client service is a hallmark of our firm. The IFLR1000 2014 directory says, “A common theme that emerges when talking to clients of all Matheson's practices is just how focused the partners are on service”. We have won International Law Office’s Client Choice award seven times.
We are Ireland’s largest law firm with 75 partners and tax principals, more than 350 legal and tax professionals and a total staff of more than 600. Our headquarters are in Dublin and we also have offices in London, New York and Palo Alto, California. We were the first European law firm to open an office in Silicon Valley in 1996.
We work extensively with international clients on major cross-border commercial and financial services transactions, inward investment issues and provide a full range of legal services across 26 practice areas. Our offices in London, New York and Palo Alto ensure that there are always teams on the ground and in the required time zone.
Matheson is the only Irish law firm commended by the Financial Times for innovation in corporate law, finance law and corporate strategy.
Choosing Ireland as an FDI location
Choosing a European fund domicile:
INFOGRAPHIC: The views of global asset managers
Thinking of doing business in Ireland?
In 2014, Forbes ranked Ireland one of the best countries in the world for business. Over 1,150 international companies have operations in here. Read more...
A guide to doing business in Ireland
In 2014, Forbes ranked Ireland one of the best countries in the world for business. Over 1,150 international companies have operations in here.
Companies Act Ireland 2014 Guide
The Companies Act 2014 became operative on 1 June 2015. Now that this new law is in force, we are advising clients to consider the Act’s impact on their future business and...
Choosing a European fund domicile: The views of global asset managers
A survey conducted by the Economist Intelligence Unit on behalf of Matheson.
Establishing funds in Ireland?
Ireland is one of the leading domiciles for investment funds in the world. This video explores Matheson’s extensive asset management and investment funds practice.
Investing in Ireland
Ireland is the leading gateway to the EU’s 500 million strong market for international business. It offers a very favourable corporate tax regime along with a skilled and flexible labour pool.
The Economist Intelligence Unit’s report on FDI in Ireland
The EIU’s Matheson-commissioned report: “Investing in Ireland: A survey of foreign direct investors” sets out the reasons why so many leading companies locate in Ireland.
Ireland: The leading aircraft finance and leasing location
Ireland is the leading jurisdiction for the location of aircraft leasing companies and through which aircraft finance transactions are structured.
Matheson’s guide to Irish employment law
Read our comprehensive guide to Irish employment law for international companies investing in Ireland.
The four cornerstones of Ireland’s success
Our infographic - the four cornerstones of success - explains why Ireland works as an FDI location.
Why Ireland is a great place to do business FDI video
We think Ireland is a great place to do business, but do not take our word for it. Watch our Foreign Direct Investment video to find out why.
Ireland’s FDI offering at a Crossroads
Ireland is at an inflection point in terms of its offering to international companies and financial institutions and must act quickly to maintain its competitive advantage.
Why Ireland for Technology companies
Video from IDA Ireland on why technology companies should invest in Ireland 2014
A gateway for FDI
Mark O'Sullivan writes in Business & Finance on why Ireland continues to be an attractive gateway into the EU for FDI.
Ireland: A world-class place to do business
Article in American Lawyer by Matheson’s US Business Group.
Ireland as a European gateway jurisdiction for China
Ireland as a Chinese gateway to Europe.
Video: Barry O’Leary of IDA Ireland
Barry O'Leary of IDA Ireland shares his insights on strategies for future FDI growth and skills demands in Ireland.
Focusing on FDI is a win-win approach
Robert O’Shea writes about FDI for the Public Affairs Ireland Journal.
What makes Ireland great
What makes Ireland great makes Ireland great for business - video from IDA Ireland
FDI: Ireland must innovate to stay ahead
Robert O’Shea writes in The Sunday Business Post on Ireland's need to innovate.
Matheson is the law firm of choice for international companies and financial institutions doing business in and through Ireland.
Commercially focused, innovative, responsive and results driven, we build strong, long-term relationships with clients. We have the scale and depth of expertise to manage the largest and most complex deals. We pride ourselves on our record of delivering focused, commercial advice and excellent service to our global client base.
Our focus on client service is a hallmark of our firm. The IFLR1000 2014 directory says, “A common theme that emerges when talking to clients of all Matheson's practices is just how focused the partners are on service”. We have won International Law Office’s Client Choice award seven times.
We are Ireland’s largest law firm with 75 partners and tax principals, more than 350 legal and tax professionals and a total staff of more than 600. Our headquarters are in Dublin and we also have offices in London, New York and Palo Alto, California. We were the first European law firm to open an office in Silicon Valley in 1996.
We work extensively with international clients on major cross-border commercial and financial services transactions, inward investment issues and provide a full range of legal services across 26 practice areas. Our offices in London, New York and Palo Alto ensure that there are always teams on the ground and in the required time zone.
Matheson is the only Irish law firm commended by the Financial Times for innovation in corporate law, finance law and corporate strategy.