Orla Shevlin

She will join the practice as a senior personal injury, medical negligence and commercial litigation lawyer.

Ms Shevlin, a graduate of Ulster University, has acted for national and international clients in diverse areas of litigation during her nine years with William Fry.

Sheila Cooney, managing partner at Tallans Solicitors, said: “I’m delighted to welcome Orla to the Tallans litigation team. Our people are our strength. Hiring Orla with her extensive experience in personal injury, medical negligence and commercial litigation is fundamental to the growth and success of our business.”

She added: “Having Orla on the team will support even more people from Drogheda and the surrounding areas in the area of litigation, especially personal injury, medical negligence and commercial.”

Ms Shevlin also has an interest in alternative dispute resolution and is an accredited mediator. In addition, she is a guest lecturer at the Chartered Accountants of Ireland.

She said: “I’m delighted to join Tallans. They are a progressive, successful practice with a heart. The minute you step into the office, you know you’re surrounded by expertise as well as people who actually care.”