Biography
Phelim O’Neill is a Partner at Harringtons LLP and leads the firm’s criminal law department. His practice focuses on criminal defence, from advice during Garda investigations to preparation for trial and criminal appeals.
Phelim graduated with a B.A. (Hons) and LL.B. (Hons) from NUI Galway. He completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice at the University of Law in Chester in 2006. He is admitted as a solicitor in England and Wales and was admitted to the Roll of Solicitors in Ireland in 2008. In 2009, he obtained an LL.M. in Technology Law and Governance with First Class Honours from the National University of Ireland.
Working alongside the firm’s solicitors, trainees, legal executives and instructed counsel, Phelim places particular emphasis on detailed preparation, clear advice and protecting his clients’ interests.
Experience
Phelim represents clients facing criminal investigations and prosecutions, including serious allegations such as murder and sexual offences. His work includes Garda station interviews and matters in the District Court, Circuit Court, Central Criminal Court and Special Criminal Court, as well as criminal appeals.
His approach involves careful examination of the evidence, detailed client consultations and close collaboration with counsel in preparing the defence. He advises clients on the practical issues arising at each stage of their case.
Practice Areas
Criminal defence; Garda station interviews; serious criminal trials; District Court, Circuit Court, Central Criminal Court and Special Criminal Court matters; criminal appeals.
To enquire about representation, contact Harringtons LLP on 01 539 4747. The firm is based at Kingsbridge House, 17–22 Parkgate Street, Dublin 8, D08 NRP2.