Paddy Smyth | Fieldfisher
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Professional background

Professional background

I am skilled at implementing strategies for complex projects and have acted for banks, investors and developers on projects ranging from small residential developments to large scale mixed use developments.I have also advised on a series of loans to the Irish technology sector. 

Prior to joining the firm in April 2016, I was a member of the legal department of the National Asset Management Agency where I was successful in managing the remediation of a number of complex titles for NAMA and delivering a number of significant multi-unit sales to local authorities and housing associations.

I use my experience in contentious property litigation along with my expertise in commercial property to provide lenders with clear guidance and advice when putting in place loan and security packages in new secured lending transactions.

I am well regarded by my clients for my commercial and proactive approach to transactions and my ability to find solutions that ensures transactions are completed as quickly as possible. 

I hold a certificate in Trademark Law from the Law Society of Ireland and am a registered Trade Mark Agent with the Intellectual Property Office of Ireland.  

The Personal Bit….
 
I am passionate about sport and music and try my hand at both to varying degrees of relative success.

Awards & recognition

Awards & recognition

Paddy Smyth - Legal 500 EMEA 2025

Partner Paddy Smith and all his colleagues are expert legal professionals time after time and a pleasure to deal with.

Legal500 EMEA 2021
Paddy Smyth’s practical approach to finding solutions to legal problems, coupled with his technical expertise, is invaluable. 

Authored pieces

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Real Estate
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Regulating Ireland’s Short-Term Lets: The Short-Term Letting and Tourism Bill 2025 [1]

15.09.2026
Introduction - Why is this happening? Short-term lettings (“STL”) accommodation booked through platforms such as Airbnb and Booking.com have grown rapidly over the last decade. While they are an important part of Ireland’s tourism offering, particularly in rural and coastal areas, they have also been blamed for withdrawing housing stock from the long-term rental market in areas of acute housing need. Until now, the sector has been regulated principally through the planning code.
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Residential Zoned Land Tax (RZLT): Key considerations for developers and funders

27.04.2026
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A low-angle view of modern high-rise buildings against a clear blue sky. The structures feature a mix of glass, steel, and vibrant purple lighting, showcasing architectural details with a futuristic appearance.
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Fieldfisher Ireland – Real Estate Finance 2024 Round Up

21.01.2025
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A modern two-story house with white and blue exterior, three-car garage, and a teal front door. Warm interior lights are on, and a small tree is planted in the front yard. The sky is colorful, indicating either sunrise or sunset. The driveway is slightly wet.
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Enhancing Efficiency: The Irish Government's eProbate Project

23.07.2024
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Dáil Summer Term: Residential Tenancies, Right to Purchase and Land Value Sharing

20.06.2024
Last week marked the beginning of the Dáil's summer term, which offers an opportunity to look ahead to potential legislative developments that may arise with the implementation of the Government's summer legislative programme. Of note within the Government's summer agenda are two pieces of "priority" legislation which our Real Estate team believes will be of significance to clients involved in both residential and commercial property development and investment.
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What others say…

Paddy Smyth - Legal 500 EMEA 2025

Partner Paddy Smith and all his colleagues are expert legal professionals time after time and a pleasure to deal with.

Legal500 EMEA 2021
Paddy Smyth’s practical approach to finding solutions to legal problems, coupled with his technical expertise, is invaluable.