John Dunne

John Dunne is a Partner at McInnes Dunne Solicitors, an Irish boutique law firm specialising in Employment and Labour Law.

John is a seasoned advocate with extensive experience representing clients before a wide range of employment law fora, including the Workplace Relations Commission, the Labour Court, the Equality Tribunal, the Employment Appeals Tribunal, and the Rights Commissioner’s Service. He frequently appears with Counsel before the Circuit Court and High Court in matters relating to employment appeals, injunctions, breach of contract claims, and other related actions.

In addition to litigation, John advises clients on employment law compliance, with a focus on commercial restructuring, redundancies, trade union issues, and transfers of undertakings. He also supports clients during mergers and acquisitions, assisting with employment-related due diligence, warranties and indemnities.

Praised by clients as “dogged” and “astute”, John is known for his strong, practical advice, sharp commercial acumen, and persuasive negotiation style.

Languages

English

Education

• Belvedere College, Dublin (1986)
• University College Dublin (1989)
• Roll of Solicitors, Law Society of Ireland (1999)

Professional Memberships

• Dublin Solicitors Bar Association
• Law Society of Ireland