Aisling O'Donoghue is a partner in A&L Goodbody's Energy, Infrastructure and Natural Resources group. She advises sponsors, corporates, projects developers, financial institutions, and service providers in the energy and infrastructure sector. Aisling's areas of specialism include acquisition/project financing, construction and equipment procurement, and power sales and offtake contracts. She works with clients in project development, project financing and M&A processes, and also regularly advises companies on energy regulatory matters.
Aisling is a former Vice President of Sustainable Finance at J.P. Morgan (New York) where she was responsible for developing and implementing the company's sustainability strategy, including advising clients on ESG matters.
She is a qualified Solicitor in Ireland (2018) and an Attorney-at-Law in New York (2013).
Aisling was recognised as a Rising Star (2024) and a recommended lawyer (2023 and 2022) for Energy and natural resources by Legal 500.
Areas of Expertise
Energy, Infrastructure & Natural Resources
Market Recommendations
‘Aisling O'Donoghue was exceptional. We particularly valued her ability to communicate clearly, both with us and in negotiations, and to look at the whole picture as well as attention to detail. She was extremely responsive and a real partner in achieving the transaction.’ (Legal 500, 2026)
‘Aisling O'Donoghue provided excellent support in a highly complex area. She provided great insights into the market and communicated clearly the technical aspects.’ (Legal 500, 2026)
"Exceptional, very helpful, pragmatic, deal maker…dedicated to defending their client interests." (Legal 500 2024)
"Clear, practical and commercial advice." (Legal 500 2024)
Aisling O’Donoghue
Partner,
Energy, Infrastructure and Natural Resources
Dublin