RDJ will provide pro bono legal advice and services in support of Galway’s year as European Capital of Culture, similar to its previous work for Cork 2005.

Through its partnership, RDJ will join other leading businesses in Galway, Ireland and internationally, which have also committed their support and investment to Galway 2020.

Patricia Philbin, CEO of Galway 2020, said: “Galway is the European Capital of Culture this year and we are thrilled to have the support of RDJ.

“We have long enjoyed an association with RDJ and are looking forward to continuing to work closely with and consolidate our relationship with the firm and its partners during Galway’s year as European Capital of Culture.

“With almost 2,000 events across over 150 projects, Galway 2020 is one of the largest cultural events in the world and we are delighted to receive the expert and professional legal advice and guidance by one of Ireland’s leading law firms.”

Padraic Brennan, RDJ’s partner-in-charge in Galway, added: “RDJ believes arts and culture are vital to the development of any community.

“We are delighted to be the official legal partner for Galway 2020 European Capital of Culture and look forward to a year-long celebration of Galway and Ireland’s unique cultural heritage.”