O'Connor Law
Courtown and Gorey, Co. Wexford
Our Team
Donal O'Connor — Principal Solicitor
Donal O'Connor — Principal Solicitor
A Broader Perspective on Legal Problems
Solicitor • Business Owner • Company Director • Risk Manager • Compliance Manager • Data Protection Officer • Property & Employment Law Adviser
Over 30 years’ legal, commercial and regulatory experience.
Having commenced his legal career in 1989 and been admitted to the Roll of Solicitors in 2000, Donal O'Connor brings over three decades of legal, commercial and regulatory experience to his practice. In addition to more than 26 years as a practising solicitor, he has extensive experience in residential and commercial conveyancing, mortgage and property finance transactions, landlord and tenant matters, employment law, protected disclosures (whistleblowing), litigation, probate and business-related legal matters.
Donal’s experience extends beyond traditional legal practice. Having owned and operated businesses in Wexford, including franchise operations, and having served as a Company Director, Risk Manager, Compliance Manager, Records Manager and Data Protection Officer within regulated financial services organisations, he brings a practical understanding of the challenges faced by employers, employees, business owners, company directors, landlords and tenants. This broader perspective assists clients in navigating legal, commercial and regulatory issues with confidence and clarity.
What Distinguishes Donal O'Connor?
Many solicitors bring legal experience to a client’s matter. Donal’s background combines legal practice with experience in business ownership, company directorships, risk management, compliance, governance and data protection within regulated organisations.
Having advised clients, operated businesses, managed regulatory obligations and worked in senior management roles, he understands that legal issues often involve wider commercial, operational and personal considerations.
This combination of legal, commercial and regulatory experience enables him to provide practical advice informed by experience beyond legal practice.
Approach
Donal’s approach is straightforward: understanding the client’s objectives, identifying practical solutions and providing clear legal advice informed by years of unique experience beyond legal practice.
Whether assisting with a property transaction, advising on workplace issues, guiding a business through regulatory challenges, resolving a dispute or helping a client navigate financial difficulties, the focus is always on delivering practical, informed and effective advice tailored to the client’s circumstances.
Areas of Experience
Property, Conveyancing & Landlord and Tenant
Over 15 years’ experience advising clients on residential and commercial property transactions, commercial leases, mortgage and property finance matters, title issues, investment properties and landlord and tenant law.
Employment Law & Protected Disclosures
Advising employers and employees on workplace disputes, disciplinary and grievance procedures, workplace investigations, employment-related litigation and protected disclosures (whistleblowing).
Data Protection, Privacy & Governance
Former Data Protection Officer with practical experience in GDPR compliance, Data Subject Access Requests, data breaches, records management, privacy law, governance and regulatory compliance.
Business, Commercial & Regulatory Matters
Experience advising business owners, employers and organisations on commercial contracts, franchise operations, governance, compliance, risk management, business acquisitions and regulatory matters.
Litigation, Debt Recovery & Dispute Resolution
Experience acting for both creditors and debtors in debt recovery, settlement negotiations and civil disputes. Particular interest in insolvency law, debt settlement arrangements and practical dispute resolution. Strong negotiation experience developed through legal, commercial and regulatory roles.
Probate & Estate Administration
Advising clients in relation to wills, estate administration and probate matters, with a focus on providing practical guidance during challenging personal circumstances.
Professional Background
Throughout his career, Donal has combined legal practice with senior commercial and regulatory roles, providing experience across:
- Legal Practice
- Business Ownership
- Company Directorships
- Risk Management
- Compliance Management
- Data Protection
- Records Management
- Governance & Regulatory Compliance
This breadth of experience provides a distinctive perspective when advising clients on legal, commercial and workplace issues.
Qualifications & Professional Memberships
Education
- BA, LL.B. - University College Galway
Professional Qualifications
- Admitted to the Roll of Solicitors, Ireland (2000)
- Commercial Solicitor (In-House) Certificate, Law Society of Ireland
- Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection (PC.dp.)
- Professional Diploma in Data Protection & Privacy Law
- Practitioner Certificate in Protected Disclosures Law, Maynooth University
- Compliance and Risk Certificate, University College Cork
Professional Memberships
- Member of the Law Society of Ireland
Practice Areas
Conor Robinson — Consultant Solicitor
Conor Robinson — Consultant Solicitor
Conor Robinson is a consultant solicitor advising SMEs on a broad range of commercial matters, including business acquisitions and disposals, commercial contracts, data protection, agency law, trademarks and company law.
Having worked as a partner in a leading US law firm in Dublin, a commodity trader in London and the owner of an SME for 12 years, Conor brings a practical understanding of the legal and commercial challenges faced by businesses.
His advice is informed by over 20 years of commercial experience across legal practice, business ownership and international commerce.