Food, Agri-business and Life Sciences Specialist Joins Maples and Calder Dublin

Dublin | 7 June 2012: The Irish office of international law firm Maples and Calder (“Maples”) is pleased to announce that leading food, agri-business and life sciences specialist, Maree Gallagher, has joined its Corporate Group as ‘Of Counsel’. 

Maree’s appointment is one of a number of recent senior hires by Maples and enhances the strength and depth of the firm’s food, agri-business and life sciences practice.  

Maree, a recognised expert in food, agri-business and life sciences law, was formerly Head of Food and Pharmaceutical Law at a large Irish corporate law firm prior to establishing her own specialist practice. Maree also spent a number of years in Brussels advising clients on EU and Irish regulatory issues. 

Maree Gallagher said: “The opportunities for the international growth and development of Ireland’s food and agriculture sectors are significant. I am very pleased to join the Maples food, agri-business and life sciences team at this exciting time. Maples’ international presence, experience and client base ideally positions the firm to provide a comprehensive legal service to Irish food, agri and life science businesses. I look forward to bringing my experience in this regulatory environment to the Maples team.”

Andrew Doyle, Managing Partner at Maples, Dublin, said: “We are delighted that Maree has joined our Corporate Group. Her wealth of knowledge and experience in the food, agri-business and life sciences sectors will further enhance Maples global service offering in advising businesses operating in these rapidly growing sectors.” Maree Gallagher spoke at the 2nd National Food & Agribusiness Conference on 6 June, 2012. Maples and Calder also sponsored the event."

Maree Gallagher spoke at the 2nd National Food & Agribusiness Conference on 6 June, 2012. Maples and Calder also sponsored the event.