Maples and Calder merges with Binchys

International law firm Maples and Calder has today announced that it will merge with Dublin-based commercial law firm Binchys.

The merged firm is in the process of identifying suitable new office accommodation in central Dublin. In addition, the five lawyers at Binchys' current London office will move to Maples and Calder’s city offices in early December 2005. The merger will formally take effect from January 16.

Maples and Calder partner, Julian Reddyhough, will move to Dublin and will jointly manage the new firm with Binchys’ senior partner Jennifer Caldwell

Commenting on the merger, Binchys’ senior partner Jennifer Caldwell said: "We are very excited by this move. It will provide an extremely attractive proposition for our clients seeking advice across a range of jurisdictions, where we will now be able to offer a 24-hour capability.

"We believe that the quality of Maples and Calder’s institutional client base, their expertise, people and systems together with their world wide reputation, will create effective synergies with our traditional corporate finance practice."