Dublin law firm Matheson announce appointment of Donegal’s Marie McGinley

Dublin-based law firm Matheson LLP has announced that Gaoth Dobhair native, Marie McGinley, has joined the company as a partner in its Technology and Innovation Group.  

A recognised leader in the technology and data protection sector, Marie’s expertise is in technology regulation, including AI, outsourcing, commercial contracts, information law, and data protection.  

She also brings extensive experience in cyber security, crisis management, intellectual property and consumer law. 

Effective from 1 January 2026, Marie will also become Head of the Technology and Innovation Group, succeeding Anne-Marie Bohan, who has led the Group since 2017. 

A delighted Marie McGinley said, “I’m thrilled to join the Technology and Innovation Group at such a pivotal time for the technology sector, and it is an honour to be entrusted with leading such a talented and successful team.  

Matheson LLP’s Bridget Howard, David Fitzgibbon, Marie McGinley, Stephanie McCarthy and Patrick Spicer

“The pace of change in areas like AI regulation, data protection, and cyber security is unprecedented, and it presents both opportunities and challenges for our clients.  

“I look forward to working alongside my colleagues in the Technology and Innovation Group and across Matheson to help our clients navigate complexity, unlock innovation, and build resilience in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.” 

Matheson Chairperson, Patrick Spicer said, “We are delighted to be joined by Marie McGinley as partner and, from January 2026, as Head of our Technology and Innovation Group.  

“Her appointment reflects our commitment to excellence and innovation in how the firm serves our internationally-focused multinational and domestic clients, and is an endorsement of the continued success of our business and people strategies.”   

Matheson’s Technology and Innovation Group operates at the forefront of technological advancement in advising both domestic and international clients on complex legal and regulatory matters.  

The team’s expertise spans emerging technologies, product development, digital transformation, data protection, cyber security, consumer and e-commerce law, and intellectual property protection.