William Fry has been ranked the Most Innovative Law Firm in Ireland, for the second consecutive year, by the Financial Times Innovative Lawyer Report 2025.
The report, which profiles the 50 most innovative law firms in Europe, placed William Fry as the highest-ranking Irish firm, recognising its standout achievements in both legal expertise and the business of law.
In addition to its ranking in the report, William Fry was shortlisted in four awards categories at the FT Innovative Lawyer Awards Europe Awards ceremony, held last night at the Natural History Museum in London. The event brought together over 500 legal professionals from around Europe to celebrate excellence and innovation in the legal sector. The awards shortlisted include:
- Innovative Lawyers in Restructuring (Home for Life) – for advising on a complex refinancing that enabled Home for Life to expand its support for distressed homeowners under the Mortgage to Rent Scheme, a pioneering project led by Lyn Brennan, Partner in the Firm's Banking & Finance team
- Innovative Practitioner – for Barry Scannell, Partner in the firms Technology Group, whose work in emerging tech regulation and AI governance has positioned him as a thought leader in the field
- Innovative Lawyers in Unlocking Capital – for advising on the Legal & General Energy Transition Commodities UCITS ETF initiative, a pioneering project led by the Firms Asset Management & Investment Funds Team
- Most Innovative Law Firm in Europe – recognising the firm's overall commitment to innovation and excellence
The FT Innovative Lawyers Awards are among the most respected accolades in the legal industry, recognising firms and individuals who are shaping the future of law through creativity, forward-thinking solutions and impact.
Stephen Keogh, Managing Partner at William Fry, said, "We are delighted once again to be ranked the Most Innovative Law Firm in Ireland by the Financial Times. At William Fry, innovation is a core value. We consistently seek out new and better ways to work with and support our clients. This award is a powerful endorsement of the creativity, collaboration and forward-thinking mindset of our people, and of our commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes through fresh, strategic thinking."