Whitney Moore is recognised for delivering commercially focused advice across the full spectrum of employment law. The team is led by Emma Richmond, who partners closely with HR professionals and management teams on everyday employment matters such as disciplinary procedures and grievances, as well as more complex issues involving terminations and redundancies. Alongside Richmond is John Lynch, who advises on all aspects of employment law, with additional expertise in regulatory investigations and prosecutions. Kate Dillon is also a key contact, noted for her dual specialism in data protection and employment law.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Whitney Moore is an excellent firm that provides highly professional and commercially driven advice.'
- ‘John Lynch is an excellent lawyer and he has a very high commercial awareness, which in turn brings an efficient and pragmatic approach to the resolution of disputes. John Lynch is a first-class tactical and strategic thinker coupled with a confident and calm personality.’
- ‘Really personable, pragmatic and clear in their support and advice provided across the whole team. High degree of trust in the advice provided, which is always tailored to understand our specific organisational dynamics.’
- ‘Professional across the board.'
- ‘I’ve found Whitney Moore to be highly professional, practical and efficient in the advice they provided. What really stood out for me is how their team cut through complexity and focused on clear, commercial solutions rather than being overly legal. They are approachable, responsive and collaborative, which makes working with them very straightforward.'
- ‘I work with John Lynch. John is a relaxed and approachable professional, explains terminology and does not overcomplicate matters. He is practical and realistic in his approach, which I find helpful.’
Key clients
- Pandora
- Dublin Central Mission
- Smartbox
- PJ Hegarty’s
- Mercedes Ireland
- Merrion Hotel
- Allianz Plc
- Hyph Ireland
- Netwatch Group
- Scheidt & Bachman
- Irish Pharmaceutical Healthcare Association
- Nutbutter
Work highlights
Acted on behalf of Hyph Ireland in the defence of an unfair dismissal case taken by a founder.
Advised Irish Pharmaceutical Healthcare Association on the successful establishment of a new joint venture with Bertelsmann AG.
Advising Pandora on day to day employment matters in Ireland across its stores in Ireland.
Practice head
Emma Richmond; John Lynch
Other key lawyers
Kate Dillon