Crowley Millar Solicitors and JR Sweeney are merging their law firms, with the enlarged practice consisting of 10 partners, 20 solicitors and a total staff of 48 people.
The merged firm will practice under the style of Crowley Millar Solicitors LLP (Incorporating J R Sweeney LLP), with offices in Dublin and Limerick.
Established in 1989, Crowley Millar is a full-service law firm based in the IFSC in Dublin with a regional office in Limerick.
JR Sweeney was founded by Joe Sweeney in 2012 and was subsequently joined by and developed with Eileen Kelly and Bryan Sweeney. The boutique practice has a focus on advising owner managed businesses in commercial matters, corporate transactions and in relation to private client and property matters.
Joseph R. Sweeney will become the chairman of the merged firm and Eileen Kelly and Bryan C. Sweeney will become partners in the expanded firm.
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Sweeney commented: “In an era of many changes in the landscape of legal firms in Ireland, my partners and I are delighted to merge with Crowley Millar. Both firms are very compatible, with a clear focus on outstanding client service.
“When this merger opportunity arose, we considered it would be of great benefit for our clients and allow us to offer new services, particularly in the areas of litigation, dispute resolution and employment law. It will also provide our clients with a greatly expanded and enhanced partner-led service.”
Hugh J. Millar, who will be managing partner of the merged firm, stated “This is major development for both our firms. We approached the merger on the simple premise that we both have based our success on a very personalised and partner-led service to our valued clients.
"I have known and respected Joe, Eileen and Bryan as highly regarded lawyers, and now look forward to working with them as colleagues. Our clients will benefit from their experience and our staff are greatly looking forward to the benefits of working for an enlarged and enhanced legal practice.”
Photo (l-r): Bryan Sweeney, Joe Sweeney, Eileen Kelly, Hugh Millar and John Carroll
