Tipperary woman announced as new Corporate Partner at a top law firm

Leading Irish law firm Mason Hayes & Curran has announced the expansion of its Corporate team, with the promotion of Angela Freeman to partner.

Angela, from Terryglass in County Tipperary, brings a wealth of experience in the Technology and Life Sciences sectors. She has deep expertise in guiding clients through complex mergers and acquisitions.

Angela also helps companies secure venture capital and private equity fundraising to enhance their market position and accelerate growth.

She recently acted for Descartes Systems Group Inc. on its acquisition of Aerospace Software Developments Limited and Thyme-IT UK Limited. Angela also advised The Head Plan on its investment by Peter Jones CBE from the Dragon’s Den.

Martin Kelleher, Head of Corporate at Mason Hayes & Curran, commented: “I am delighted to welcome Angela to the partnership. Her specialised expertise and commercially-focused insights ensure we will continue to offer the highest levels of service and advice to our clients in these times of change and challenge.”

Angela Freeman said: “Working with Irish and international companies, particularly in the technology and life sciences sectors, is hugely rewarding. Advising fast-growth clients from investment to exit means I can find the best legal solution to meet their business needs, while also ensuring that they are protected for future growth. As a new Corporate partner, I look forward to further contributing to the success of our market-leading team.”

Angela is a graduate of University College Dublin and a member of the Law Societies of Ireland, England and Wales. She joined Mason Hayes & Curran in 2015. The firm now employs over 600 staff including 120 partners, with offices in Dublin, New York, San Francisco and London.