The award was presented at a gala ceremony attended by more than 650 legal professionals at the Clayton Hotel Burlington Road, Dublin, on Friday.

The Limerick firm also secured the Civil Litigation Law Firm/Lawyer of the Year award for the Munster region.

This national recognition is especially fitting as Sweeney McGann LLP celebrated 30 years in business last year. Founded in 1995 by Gearóid McGann and David Sweeney, the firm has grown to one of Ireland’s leading regional legal practices, employing 27 staff and serving clients across Limerick, Munster and nationally. Mr McGann remains a central figure within the practice and continues to play an important role in the firm’s ongoing success.

Today, the firm is led by joint managing partners Shane O’Neill and Aoife Hennessy, supported by three fellow partners.

Aoife Hennessy, joint managing partner of Sweeney McGann LLP Solicitors, said: “We are absolutely delighted to be named National Law Firm of the Year. This is a tremendous honour for our firm and recognition of the dedication, professionalism and expertise of every member of our team. 

“As a Limerick-based firm, we are particularly proud to have built such a successful practice from our home city, serving the people and businesses of Limerick, Munster and across Ireland. This award is especially meaningful as we recently celebrated 30 years in business. It reflects the strength of the foundations established by Gearóid McGann and David Sweeney and the continued commitment of our partners and staff to delivering the highest quality legal representation and services.”