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Full coverage: bankruptcy

A new forum opens in McKillen Jr bankruptcy row

A Commercial Court listing looks set to bring Paddy McKillen Jr's showdown with Herbert Street Property Finance, the creditor pushing to bankrupt him over an alleged €2.1m debt, to a head.

Francesca Comyn
14th May, 2026 - 2 min read

Last chance saloon: The story of hospitality king Paddy McKillen Jr’s epic bankruptcy fight

A detailed series of court affidavits and WhatsApp messages has revealed a deteriorating relationship between Paddy McKillen Jr and a lender, now at the centre of a contested €2.1 million bankruptcy claim.

Francesca Comyn
11th May, 2026 - 11 min read

Derek Quinlan exits bankruptcy and returns to work “with optimism”

Derek Quinlan was Nama's biggest borrower, and he repaid it the most money in its history. The financier could not, however, repay his creditors everything and filed for bankruptcy in 2022. After a one year extension, he is now out.

Tom Lyons
25th Nov, 2024 - 2 min read

Court rules asset transfer claims can proceed against Gayle Killilea

The suit centres on the allegedly fraudulent transfer of assets by developer Sean Dunne to his then wife, including the Lagoon Beach Hotel in Cape Town, South Africa.

Francesca Comyn
8th Nov, 2024 - 2 min read

Bankruptcy proceedings resolved against ex-rugby international

Rugby player-turned-businessman Brendan Mullin was pursued over an allegedly unsatisfied debt of €1.8 million. The proceedings have now settled.

Francesca Comyn
15th Apr, 2024 - 2 min read

Derek Quinlan: “I will spend the remainder of my life under Nama’s shadow unless I accept I am insolvent”

Derek Quinlan, the Irish financier, has petitioned for bankruptcy in the UK. New filings reveal how much he owed and why he made the decision.

Tom Lyons
23rd Nov, 2022 - 4 min read

Bankruptcy battle: Former rugby prop Peter Clohessy fighting for his home

Former rugby international Peter Clohessy has been given a six-month window to save the family home from being sold by bankruptcy officials.

Francesca Comyn
25th Feb, 2021 - 2 min read

“Blood brothers” – Bankruptcy trustee rows in on disputed millions

Faced with bankruptcy, architect Jerry Ryan sought to “salt away” money in a share transfer arrangement with millionaire businessman Barry English. Now the trustee is making a claim on behalf of his creditors.

Francesca Comyn
2nd Jul, 2020 - 6 min read
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