matchmaker⁺ will be expanding into Ireland in 2026, bringing our discreet, modern introducer model to a market experiencing increasing interest in consolidation, cross-border collaboration and long-term succession planning.
This expansion will build on our work across England, Wales and Scotland, connecting Irish firms with serious buyers looking for growth — and Irish sellers considering exit or merger options.
We are seeing growing appetite from:
- UK firms looking to establish an Irish presence
- Irish firms seeking stability through merger
- Partners planning retirement or phased exit
- Practices exploring cross-border opportunities
- Niche and regional firms wanting to grow sustainably
Our model is a natural fit for this landscape.
The Ireland expansion will follow the same principles that underpin matchmaker⁺ in the UK:
This ensures Irish firms retain full control while exploring their future options.
Throughout early 2026 we will:
This will position matchmaker⁺ as a trusted introducer for the Irish legal market.
Firms in Ireland and buyers seeking Irish opportunities can register early interest now.
We welcome confidential conversations from:
- Firms considering exit or succession
- Practices exploring merger or partnership options
- Buyers looking for Irish opportunities
- UK firms considering cross-border growth