Interpath launches tax practice in Ireland with Denis Herlihy appointment

Interpath Advisory, the independent financial advisory firm, has announced the launch of its tax practice with the appointment of Denis Herlihy as managing director. 

The announcement comes as the group continues to expand and scale its multi-disciplinary offering in Ireland. The firm is also committed to add a further 40 roles in Ireland before the end of 2025, amidst strong revenue growth.

Herlihy, who was formerly managing partner at BDO Limerick, has more than 30 years experience in supporting clients with tax services and is one of the “most respected” professionals in the Irish tax advisory market. 

He is also a fellow of the Irish Taxation Institute and former council member, co-author of the Bloomsbury Tax Guide and editor of the annual commentary on the Finance Act in Ireland, The Professional’s Guide.

Herlihy will lead the group’s tax advisory services, offering advice in the areas of resolution of tax controversy and Revenue interventions, as well as providing tax support for Deal Advisory, M&A, Insolvency and Restructuring.

The appointment further bolsters Interpath’s multi-disciplinary offering and reflects considerable investment in Ireland since launching in 2022 which has enabled the growth of the team to approximately 80 staff in its first 18 months.

In February 2024, Interpath moved into its new 10,000 sq ft penthouse headquarters at Riverside 2, Sir John Rogerson’s Quay, Dublin, to support the continued growth of its operations in Ireland, which includes offices in Cork and Belfast. Interpath expects to grow its team in Ireland to 120 professionals by the end of 2025.

Paul Hough, managing director in Interpath’s Advisory practice, said: “Denis is incredibly well-regarded in the market and his appointment is another major milestone in the Interpath story in building a truly multi-disciplinary firm. 

“We are confident that Denis’ extensive experience will not only support our clients in all their tax advisory requirements but the tax practice will be an important addition to our advisory offering which supports our clients to protect, preserve, sustain, and grow value.”

Herlihy added: “Interpath is a firm with ambition and has really made its mark on the market in Ireland. I couldn’t pass up on this opportunity to be part of such an exciting project, to build a tax practice that reflects the tax needs of Irish and international businesses.”