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David Danagher BL
Legal advice and advocacy
Advice and representation in employment disputes, defamation, GDPR and data protection, personal injury, construction and civil litigation.
Called to the Irish Bar · 2022Law Library · Four Courts, DublinDIFC Courts · Registered Practitioner (Part II), DubaiConsultations · By appointment
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the matter at hand
From an initial assessment to preparation for hearing, instructions are considered in light of the issues, the available evidence and the outcome sought.
Employment law
Unfair dismissal, discrimination, redundancy, workplace procedures and representation before the WRC and Labour Court.
Defamation and privacy
Reputational disputes, online publications, data protection issues and advice on pre-action correspondence and proceedings.
Personal injury
Liability, evidence, advice on proofs, assessment of claims, settlement negotiations and court representation.
Construction and contracts
Contractual disputes, construction claims, interpretation of agreements and advice on dispute resolution.
Civil and commercial litigation
Commercial disputes, debt claims, property matters and preparation of pleadings, applications and submissions.
Judicial review and public law
Advice on administrative decisions, fair procedures, legal grounds and the appropriate steps for challenging a decision.
GDPR and data protection
Access requests, data breaches, unauthorised disclosure, workplace data, compliance advice and data protection disputes.
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David Danagher BL
An independent practice in advice, dispute resolution and advocacy.
David is a practising Irish barrister and member of the Law Library. He is also a DIFC Courts Registered Practitioner (Part II) in Dubai. His work encompasses civil and commercial litigation, employment law, defamation, GDPR and data protection, personal injury, construction and public law.
He advises on legal rights and remedies, drafts pleadings and submissions, conducts settlement discussions and appears before courts and tribunals.
David lectures on the Diploma in Construction Law at City Colleges, with an emphasis on the practical application of contracts, procurement, regulation and dispute resolution.
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View Law Library profileAcademic background & teaching
Legal education.
Commercial perspective.
David’s education combines professional legal training with postgraduate study in corporate and financial law, employment law study and professional development in finance.
Degrees and professional qualifications
- Barrister at Law
- The Honourable Society of King’s Inns · 2020–2022
- Master of Laws (LLM), Corporate and Financial Law
- Kingston University · 2016–2017
- Bachelor of Civil Law and Society
- Dublin City University · 2013–2016
- Diploma in Applied Employment Law
- The Honourable Society of King’s Inns · 2024–2025
Teaching & continued learning
Lecturer in Construction Law
City Colleges · Diploma in Construction Law
Practical, case-based teaching on contracts, disputes, procurement and regulation for legal and industry professionals.
Financial Analysis and Valuation for Lawyers
Harvard Law School · Professional development course · 2023
Further study connecting legal analysis with financial information and valuation.
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How are fees agreed?
Fees depend on the scope, complexity and work required. A written costs notice is provided before substantive work begins. Preparation, written advice and representation may involve separate fees from attendance at a consultation.
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Can a consultation take place online?
Yes. Online consultations can be arranged, with the client and instructing solicitor attending together where appropriate. Meeting details are supplied with the confirmed appointment.
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