GQ Littler strengthens Dublin presence with appointment of Barry Reynolds as Partner

GQ|Littler, a prominent specialist employment law firm, has announced the appointment of Barry Reynolds as Partner for its Dublin practice. With a remarkable career spanning over 20 years, Barry joins GQ|Littler from DAC Beachcroft, where he served as Partner, leading their Dublin employment team. His expertise encompasses various sectors, particularly the financial services and tech industries.

Throughout his career, Barry has demonstrated proficiency in advising boards and collaborating with senior management to address sensitive and urgent disputes. His extensive knowledge includes navigating internal processes and providing counsel on the employment aspects of business transactions.

Barry's excellence in Irish employment law has earned recognition in esteemed publications such as Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa. Described as "extremely proactive and accessible" by Chambers Europe, Barry's ability to discreetly resolve sensitive disputes has been acknowledged. Clients praise his solutions as "robust, fair on both parties, and immune to challenge," leading to his recognition as one of the most Outstanding Employment Lawyers in Ireland at the Business Today Lawyer Awards 2023.

Jon Gilligan, founder and Managing Partner at GQ|Littler, expressed delight in welcoming Barry, emphasising the strategic importance of developing the Dublin team. Niall Pelly, Partner at GQ|Littler in Dublin, lauded Barry's superb legal acumen and anticipated growth alongside the expanded team.

Barry Reynolds expressed his excitement about joining GQ|Littler in Dublin, citing the firm's exceptional local expertise and global reach as unique strengths. His collaboration with Niall and the team aims to contribute to further growth and provide practical, solutions-focused alternatives to businesses operating in Ireland.