Stephen Ahern is a senior associate in A&L Goodbody's Restructuring & Insolvency group. Stephen is experienced in all aspects of business restructuring and insolvency and focuses on complex, cross-border restructurings. He has expertise in the design and implementation of complex schemes of arrangement, cross-border restructurings and formal insolvency procedures.
In 2025, Stephen was recognised by Legal 500 as a “Leading Associate” and from 2020 to 2024. In 2020, Stephen was recognised by IFLR1000 as a "Rising Star" and “Notable Practitioner” in the area of Restructuring & Insolvency.
Areas of Expertise
Restructuring & Insolvency
Market Recommendations
"Stephen Ahern - strong, capable lawyer, with a clear communication style.” (Legal 500 2025)
“Stephen Ahern - deep knowledge of his craft, client focused and brilliant document drafter.” (Legal 500 2025)
"Really good lawyer building his experience and very good client skills." (IFLR1000 2024)
"Top of his game and always willing to listen to and hear his clients." (Legal 500 2024)
Education
- Masters in Business of Law, Smurfit Business School
- LLB, University College Cork
- BCL, University College Cork
Stephen Ahern
Senior
Associate,
Restructuring & Insolvency
Dublin