RDJ LLP advises on a range of competition law matters, including state aid issues, merger notifications, and vertical agreements. The team is led by Diarmaid Gavin, who provides guidance to both private and public sector clients on state aid and broader competition law issues. Finola McCarthy also co-heads, with a focus on public procurement work, advising local authorities and other public bodies on all stages of the procurement process.
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Testimonials
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- ‘RDJ provide an excellent service, with a total focus on the needs and requirements of our business.’
- ‘The main advantage of dealing with the individuals in RDJ is not only their professionalism, but also the effort they make to understand our business.’
- ‘Shane O'Connor is an expert in his field. He provided a comprehensive description of the applicable law with a strategy that balanced the best commercial result.'
- ‘As an SME, I would not be the biggest account that RDJ have; however, I find all staff to be incredibly approachable and helpful. As a team, they coordinate their internal competencies seamlessly, all while maintaining singular partner availability.’
Key clients
- Cork City Council
- EEW Electrical Wholesale Supplies Limited
- Boat Owners
- Irish Research Council
- Spark Legal Network
Work highlights
Carried out a state aid review of the Irish Research Council of its enterprise partner programmes prior to its merger with Taighde Éireann – Research Ireland.
Practice head
Diarmaid Gavin; Finola McCarthy
Other key lawyers
Shane O'Connor