The team at Flynn O'Driscoll covers the entire spectrum of issues in the media and entertainment space, covering advertising, music, film and television. The team is well versed in advising on pre- and post-publishing matters while representing clients in defamation and privacy cases. Practice head Kieran Kelly has significant knowledge of print and online media platforms, combined with contract and litigation expertise. Other key names to note include Zoë Mollaghan, who frequently plays a central role in high-profile defamation instructions.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Flynn O’Driscoll are extremely professional. They are experts in their field, and their advice and guidance were always useful and reassuring.’
- ‘Kieran Kelly and Zoë Mollaghan were available when needed and offered prompt advice and guidance. They are experts in their field, and having them on board was invaluable to our team.’
- ‘The media team at Flynn O’Driscoll brings together the strongest legal talent on the island of Ireland regarding defamation, privacy and litigation. Their strength in depth and knowledge across the media, entertainment and publishing space is second to none. The team has built up a formidable reputation for its knowledge of the law in these sectors, pragmatic advice and tenacity.’
- ‘Kieran Kelly is one of the foremost lawyers in this sector. He is known for his sound judgement, outstanding experience as an advisor and advocate, and sheer knowledge across legal disciplines. Zoë Mollaghan is also a partner with a brilliant reputation.’
- 'Adaptable, friendly, and punctual.'
- 'Experienced team who have seen and done it all in the area of media and entertainment law.'
- 'Kieran Kelly is an exceptional lawyer with first-rate technical skills, vast experience and a sound practical approach.'
- 'Zoe Mollaghan is first rate and able to provide prompt legal advice that is clear and pragmatic.'
Key clients
- The Irish Independent
- The Sunday Independent
- The Irish Daily Star
- The Sunday World
- The Herald
- Iconic Newspapers
- Mediahuis
- Reach plc
- Virgin Media Ireland
- Penguin Books
- Hachette Books
- Gill Books
- Atlantic Books
- Harper Collins
- Irish Academic Pres
- Empire Elite Limited
- Hot Press
- The Stand with Eamon Dunphy
- Newspread Limited
- Irish Licensed Merchants Association
- Celtic Woman Limited
- Paul Williams
- Ralph Reigel
- Nicola Tallant
- UTV
- Belfast Telegraph
- Sunday Life
- Disney
- Bonnier Books UK Limited
- Peninsula Television
- Clean Slate Television Limited
Work highlights
- Assisted Penguin Books with a legal review of many non-fiction book publications for this publisher.
- Assisted Hachette Books with a legal review of many non-fiction book publications for this publisher.
- Assisted Peninsula Television with a legal review of the television documentaries “The Heiress and The Heist” and “Confession of a Crime Boss”.
Lawyers
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Practice head
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Kieran Kelly