McCann FitzGerald LLP
McCann FitzGerald LLP strengthens Energy Group with partner appointment
McCann FitzGerald LLP has appointed Peter McLay as Partner in its Energy Group. The move comes as demand grows for legal expertise in energy delivery and complex project structuring, driven by planning reform, Ireland’s climate targets and the ambitions set out in the National Development Plan.
(L-R):Stephen Holst, Peter McLay and Valerie Lawlor.
Peter’s appointment adds further depth to McCann FitzGerald’s Energy Group, which advises on some of the most strategically important infrastructure and energy developments in Ireland and internationally.
Valerie Lawlor, Partner and Head of the Energy Group at McCann FitzGerald LLP, said: "Peter brings additional strength to our bench, particularly in matters relating to the regulatory framework for infrastructure delivery and energy transition. His technical insight and commercial acumen will be invaluable as clients navigate regulatory reform and the demands of Ireland’s energy transition. I’m delighted to welcome him to the team.
Stephen Holst, Managing Partner at McCann FitzGerald LLP, said: “Peter’s appointment is part of our strategy to unite the best insights, deep sectoral expertise, and commercial fluency within a single, integrated team in this key sector. This collaborative approach is about giving clients the clarity, confidence and strategic advice they need to deliver complex, future-focused projects.”
Peter McLay, Partner, Energy Group at McCann FitzGerald LLP, said: “Ireland is entering a critical phase in its energy and infrastructure journey, and clients need legal advice that is technically sound, commercially astute and sector-aware. McCann FitzGerald has built a team that understands the full complexity of ambitious projects and the urgency of delivery. The team here is doing outstanding work and I look forward to helping clients to unlock new opportunities ahead.”
Peter’s appointment follows a series of senior hires and promotions at McCann FitzGerald LLP, including the recent appointments of Ciara O’Leary as Partner in the Investment Management Group and Maedhbh Clancy as Partner, Head of Knowledge.
In May, the firm announced nine new partners across its core practice areas, and in April was named Ireland’s Law Firm of the Year at the IFLR Europe Awards 2025, a recognition of its market-leading expertise and client service.
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