Whitney Moore
Whitney Moore acts for its varied client list of public and private sector clients in matters involving disciplinary actions and the restructuring of workforces, and unfair dismissal and whistleblowing claims. Managing partner John Lynch specialises in recruitment issues and the termination of senior executives. Practice head Emma Richmond assists international tech clients with the establishment of their employment structures. Marie Claire Scullion left the firm in January 2024.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Big company with a big heart. A lot of knowledge and a great variety of opinions. I have used them for employment law and found them to be straight talkers and always have the up-to-date news and information for you.’
- ‘We have been lucky to work with Whitney Moore. Emma Richmond and the team have a keen understanding of the challenges of scaling companies. They always take the time to understand how our company works so that they can tailor a contract, response or solution to work for us. They go beyond just providing advice and always provide a how-to depending on our decision.’
- ‘Emma Richmond and the team were always flexible with their time and available out of hours if we had a question or query. The solutions used were always innovative and considered an alternative approach. Emma was always frank in her dealings with us, which is appreciated.’
- ‘For me, Whitney Moore offers a very efficient service. They are almost always available to take my calls and respond promptly. They offer a very professional service but are also down-to-earth, personable people.’
- ‘John Lynch is an incredibly knowledgeable partner and is a pleasure to work with.’
Key clients
- Dublin Pool and Juke Box Limited
- Kargo
- ID Pal Limited
- Motor Distributors Limited
- Dublin Simon Community
- Industrial Development Agency Ireland
- United Hardware
- Glen Dimplex Group
- Wide Eye Media
- Smartbox
- PJ Hegarty
- Empathy Marketing Limited t/a Pigsback
- University of Notre Dame
- Allianz Plc
- Hyph Ireland Limited
Work highlights
- Advised Dublin Pool and Jukebox on securing the recovery of its assets held by various parties.
- Advised the O’Flaherty Group on the introduction of the BYD brand of electric vehicles to Ireland.
- Represented PJ Hegarty & Sons in defending itself against multiple complaints submitted against it to the Workplace Relations Commission and on Appeal to the Labour Court.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Emma Richmond