James Leahy

Solicitor, Cork Office

James is a Solicitor, practising in the firm’s Dispute Resolution team. He specialises in large scale commercial disputes advising clients on a wide range of contentious commercial matters such as professional negligence, administrative law with a particular focus on planning and environmental law, shareholder disputes and property and construction related disputes.

James has significant experience in all aspects of court procedures including those of the District and Circuit Court, the High Court (including the Commercial Court) and Court of Appeal. He also has in depth knowledge of alternative dispute resolution including negotiation and mediation.

Education

University College Cork (BCL Clinical)

Professional

Admitted as a solicitor in Ireland

Accolades

Winner of the Brown Mosten International Client Consultation Competition 2021
Runner-up as mediator in the International Alternative Dispute Resolution Tournament 2020

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The Team at RDJ provide an exceptional service. They have a deep experience and understanding of the legal landscape

– The Legal 500 (2022)

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– Chambers Europe (2022)

They are an excellent firm with a solid market reputation

– The Legal 500 (2022)

James Leahy

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