Augustus Cullen Law appoints Deirdre Courtney as commercial litigation partner

Augustus Cullen Law appoints Deirdre Courtney as commercial litigation partner

Deirdre Courtney

Augustus Cullen Law LLP has announced the appointment of Deirdre Courtney as a partner in the Dublin and Wicklow firm’s commercial litigation department.

With over 25 years’ experience in the areas of commercial litigation and dispute resolution, Ms Courtney has acted for national and international clients across all levels of the Irish courts, in adjudications, arbitrations and mediations, and before tribunals and inquiries.

Her particular areas of expertise include commercial litigation, planning and environmental law, property disputes, compulsory purchase, banking litigation, media law and construction disputes.

Managing partner Joice Carthy said: “We are delighted to welcome Deirdre to our team as a partner. Joining the firm with a wealth of knowledge and experience, her appointment will play a vital role in the continuing expansion of our practice.

“With growing activity in commercial litigation, construction, and planning and environmental law Deirdre will be an invaluable asset to the firm. We look forward to working with Deirdre in continuing to deliver legal advice at the highest standard for our clients.”

Ms Courtney is a graduate of NUI Galway and qualified as a solicitor in 1991. She is a member of Lawyers against Homelessness, the Dublin Bar Association and the Commercial Law Association as well as a board member of the NUI Galway Foundation.

Commenting on her appointment, Ms Courtney said: “I am delighted to be joining the team at Augustus Cullen Law LLP. I look forward to contributing to the ongoing outstanding work of the firm, particularly within the commercial litigation department.

“I have built up considerable specialist expertise in commercial litigation and commercial dispute resolution over the course of my career, and I am excited to collaborate with the team to add value for clients in these areas.”

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