Ms Foley, who will be based in the firm’s Dublin office, joins from the State Claims Agency (SCA), where she was a senior clinical litigation solicitor.

A skilled litigator, she specialises in catastrophic injury claims and has a strong track record advising hospitals and healthcare professionals on complex medical negligence claims.

Bryan McCarthy, partner in charge of RDJ’s Dublin office, said: “I am delighted to welcome Jenny to the firm. Jenny is an outstanding lawyer, and her appointment will further enhance the capacity and strength of an already exceptional national healthcare practice.”

Imelda Tierney, partner in RDJ’s healthcare group, added: “Jenny is another high-quality addition to our team. She brings a deep understanding of the healthcare landscape in Ireland and her recruitment reflects RDJ’s continued strategic focus on growing our overall healthcare capabilities, particularly in the Dublin region.”

Ms Foley said: “RDJ’s healthcare practice is nationally renowned and well respected in the market.

“I am thrilled to join the team and look forward to further developing the practice and serving clients on their critical healthcare litigation needs.”