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Patrick's legal education is robust, beginning with a BCL Law Degree from University College Cork (2012-2016), followed by an LL.M in Business Law from the same institution (2016-2017), and culminating in a Barrister-at-Law Degree from The Honorable Society of King’s Inns in Dublin (2019-2021). He has extensive experience on the South-West Circuit, handling Civil, Family, and Criminal Law cases, as well as advising the Citizen Advice Service. He has worked as an employment consultant, dealing with workplace investigations and bankruptcy procedures.
Background:
The Complainant began working as a Group Commercial Accountant for the Respondent company in May 2019. In April 2023, she was suspended after sending an email mentioning that she had discussed a tender with a family member, who indicated that the Respondent was a preferred contractor. The suspension was based on allegations of breaching the company’s anti-bribery policy, disclosing confidential information, and potentially bringing the company into disrepute. Despite the client having no issue with the email, the Respondent maintained the suspension. Under significant pressure, the Complainant took sick leave and filed a grievance in July 2023. The Respondent extended her unpaid leave and delayed addressing the grievance, citing the need for medical confirmation. Frustrated by the lack
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