Legal professionals: One expert simplifies insurance policies into everyday language for understanding
In the ever-evolving landscape of law, a group of distinguished individuals is making significant strides in various sectors, from environmental advocacy to artificial intelligence regulation.
Anthony Murphy, the founder of Prime Advocates, is leading the charge in encouraging environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives in financial dealmaking. Based in Ireland, Prime Advocates uses income from fee-paying clients to provide pro-bono or subsidized advice to social enterprises and supports initiatives like Women of Impact and the Social Finance Hot Desk.
Across the Irish Sea, Eve Mulconry, a partner at Arthur Cox, stands out as one of Ireland's leading litigators, with a focus on banking, financial services, and shareholder disputes. Mulconry has represented notable companies like Ryanair and Eir in significant legal cases and has been instrumental in driving efforts to increase the proportion of female partners at Arthur Cox.
In the world of insurance, Tim Johnson, partner at Browne Jacobson, is making waves with his innovative approach. Johnson was awarded the 'most innovative legal practitioner' title for Europe in 2016 and 2025 for his work in developing insurance documents in plain English using deep scientific analysis and AI. His team has advised 30 insurers with 7 million customers on rewordings since the UK's financial regulator issued new 'consumer duty' obligations in 2023.
Julia Onslow-Cole, a partner at Fragomen, heads the global government strategies practice. Onslow-Cole advises on post-Brexit workforce planning, corporate mobility policies, and responses to crises. She also has experience in designing frameworks for attracting skilled workers and wealthy foreigners, such as Dubai's 'golden visa.'
In the realm of competition law and regulation, particularly in the artificial intelligence sector, Jenine Hulsmann, a partner at Weil, Gotshal & Manges, is making her mark. Hulsmann has advised on high-profile M&A transactions in the past decade, including Microsoft's $75 billion acquisition of computer games company Activision Blizzard in 2023 and its investments in OpenAI and other AI ventures.
Violeta Zeppa-Priedīte, the head of the corporate crime and investigations practice at Sorainen in Latvia, specializes in sanctions imposed by the EU on Russia. Alex Shandro, a partner at A&O Shearman and co-leader of the firm's AI working group, has advised banks, big pharmaceutical companies, and global financial institutions on the evolving AI landscape.
Across Europe, legal professionals like these are pushing boundaries, adapting to new challenges, and shaping the future of law. In Belgium, Johan Ysewyn, the managing partner of Covington's Brussels office and global co-chair of the competition and antitrust practice, is making a significant impact.
In Italy, Valentina Bonomo, a partner at L&B Partners, specializes in industrial and intellectual property law, with a particular focus on Italy's life sciences and healthcare sector. Bonomo advised on a €46.6 million financing deal for Italian gene therapy start-up Genespire and on IP rights for an Italian hospital's research collaboration with a big European drug company.
Barry Scannell, a partner at William Fry, specializes in artificial intelligence law and regulation. Scannell was appointed a member of the Irish government's AI advisory council in 2022 and advises media and technology companies, policymakers, and the rest of the firm on all aspects of AI.
These legal professionals are not just shaping the future of law; they are setting new standards for ethical, innovative, and forward-thinking legal practices. Their work is transforming industries, improving access to justice, and ensuring that the law remains a force for good in an increasingly complex world.
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