RDJ LLP is at the forefront of state aid and procurement matters. It has an established record in state aid and competition rules relating to the knowledge transfer activities of Research Performing Organisations (RPOs) in Ireland. The firm is also noted for public procurement advice to local authorities and other public bodies. Merger control advice and dawn raid response are also key areas of expertise. Diarmaid Gavin heads the competition team and is an experienced figure in state aid and merger notifications. Finola McCarthy heads the procurement team.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The team is very experienced and has an excellent understanding of the workings of the CCPC which gives me considerable confidence as a client.’

  • ‘The collaboration has been good and smooth. RDJ has always put forward a prepared and reliable team to address our inquiries. Their deliveries were timely and of great quality. We are very satisfied with their assistance.’

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Key clients

  • Cork City Council
  • Sidero
  • Spark Legal Network
  • Donegal County Council
  • O’Flynn Hotel Group
  • Enerpower
  • BA Finglas

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Diarmaid Gavin, Finola McCarthy