Michael Hegarty joins Reddy Charlton Solicitors

Dublin firm Reddy Charlton Solicitors has announced the appointment of Michael Hegarty as a principal consultant.

Mr Hegarty previously served as managing partner of another firm for 30 years.

Involved in several landmark cases in the High Court and the Supreme Court, he regularly acts as advocate before the Workplace Relations Commission and the Labour Court.

He has acted for the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI) for over 20 years and, in that time, has gained a unique insight the law and practicalities of professional discipline.

Mr Hegaarty has acted in a number of high-profile, demanding Tribunals, including the Morris Tribunal and the Beef Tribunal.

He also played a significant part in establishing the Commission of Investigation into Leas Cross Nursing Home and in drafting the Commission’s terms of reference.

Paul Keane, managing partner, said: “Michael is a determined and pragmatic litigator of over 30 years’ experience. His expertise in regulation and litigaiton generally will be invaluable to our clients.

“As Reddy Charlton evolves and expands, it is our objective to add to our existing pool of experts. We are delighted to welcome a colleague of Michael’s calibre as a senior member of the litigation team.”

Mr Hegarty added: “I am delighted and honoured to be joining the litigation team at Reddy Charlton and look forward to growing the firm with my new colleagues.”