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Jerry Healy

Overview

With a professional journey spanning more than four decades, Jerry has garnered a distinguished reputation as an exceptional solicitor. Widely esteemed within the legal community, our clients depend on his extensive experience, business acumen, and practical approach to navigate through their legal challenges and secure the most favourable outcomes.

Jerry officially became a solicitor in 1978 undergoing training and contributing his expertise to a prominent commercial firm in Cork for several years. In 1980, he returned to Fermoy, founding Healy Crowley & Co Solicitors. His legal prowess and dedication became evident as the firm flourished.

In 2013, Jerry assumed the role of State Solicitor for Cork North East, a testament to his legal expertise. His continued success led to a noteworthy promotion in 2023, elevating him to the esteemed position of State Solicitor for both Cork East and Cork West.

Areas Of Experience

Residential and Commercial Property / Probate, Wills and Estate Planning / Agricultural law / Criminal Law / Personal Injury / Employment Law / Company Law / Mental Health Law

Education

Solicitor, Law Society of Ireland, 1978
LLB (First Class Hons and first class place in class) University College Cork, 1978
BCL (First Class Hons and first place in class) University College Cork, 1976

Jerry Healy solicitor healy crowley & co solicitors fermoy cork tallow waterford

Professional Activities / Certificates / Achievements

Part-time Chairperson of the Mental Health Tribunal.
Previously served on the joint committee of the Law Society and Macra na Feirme, entrusted with the drafting and execution of Farm Partnership Agreements in the 1980s.
Former Part-time Lecturer of Commercial, Company and Constitutional Law in University College Cork.
Joint winner of the O’Connor Memorial prize in equity in the second law examination.
Winner of the Incorporated Law Society prize for the highest marks in the second law examination in 1977.
Awarded University College Prize and title of College Scholar in 1975.

Jerry Healy

Overview

With a professional journey spanning more than four decades, Jerry has garnered a distinguished reputation as an exceptional solicitor. Widely esteemed within the legal community, our clients depend on his extensive experience, business acumen, and practical approach to navigate through their legal challenges and secure the most favourable outcomes.

Jerry officially became a solicitor in 1978 undergoing training and contributing his expertise to a prominent commercial firm in Cork for several years. In 1980, he returned to Fermoy, founding Healy Crowley & Co Solicitors. His legal prowess and dedication became evident as the firm flourished.

In 2013, Jerry assumed the role of State Solicitor for Cork North East, a testament to his legal expertise. His continued success led to a noteworthy promotion in 2023, elevating him to the esteemed position of State Solicitor for both Cork East and Cork West.

Areas Of Experience

Residential and Commercial Property / Probate, Wills and Estate Planning / Agricultural law / Criminal Law / Personal Injury / Employment Law / Company Law / Mental Health Law

Education

Solicitor, Law Society of Ireland, 1978
LLB (First Class Hons and first class place in class) University College Cork, 1978
BCL (First Class Hons and first place in class) University College Cork, 1976

Professional Activities / Certificates / Achievements

Part-time Chairperson of the Mental Health Tribunal.
Previously served on the joint committee of the Law Society and Macra na Feirme, entrusted with the drafting and execution of Farm Partnership Agreements in the 1980s.
Former Part-time Lecturer of Commercial, Company and Constitutional Law in University College Cork.
Joint winner of the O’Connor Memorial prize in equity in the second law examination.
Winner of the Incorporated Law Society prize for the highest marks in the second law examination in 1977.
Awarded University College Prize and title of College Scholar in 1975.

Darragh Healy

Overview

Darragh is an accomplished solicitor at Healy Crowley & Co Solicitors. Prior to joining the family practice, he honed his skills through extensive training and work at A&L Goodbody LLP in Dublin.

Before returning to Cork, Darragh gained valuable international experience, contributing significantly to his professional growth. He has gained cross-cultural exposure through positions at renowned law firms, including Holland & Knight in San Francisco and Corrs Chambers Westgarth in Sydney. Drawing from these diverse experiences, he brings a wealth of expertise to the Healy Crowley team, making him an indispensable asset.

Areas Of Experience

Commercial Contacts / Data Protection Law / Corporate Law / Employment Law / Probate, Wills and Estate Planning / Residential, Commercial and Agricultural Property.

Education

Solicitor, Law Society of Ireland, 2022
LLM, Corporate Law, London School of Economics and Political Sciences, 2019
BCL (First Class Hons and first place in class) University College Cork, 2014

Professional Activities/Certificates

Certificate in Technology Law
Certificate in Data Protection Law
Certificate in Commercial Contract Law
Certificate in Commercial Mediation

Clodagh Grace

Overview

Clodagh joined the firm in November 2013. Clodagh has extensive experience in Civil Litigation and advises on all aspects of litigation matters from personal injury claims, property disputes and Estate disputes. She has gained practical experience in all aspects of litigation procedure in the District Court, Circuit Court and High Court.

Clodagh also practices in the areas of family law and employment law appearing before the Work Relations Commission on numerous occasions representing both the Employer an Employee.

Clodagh is a zealous advocate for her clients whether it’s negotiating for fair compensation for an injured party or passionately representing her client’s rights in family law matters. She brings with her a strong skill set, great work ethic and a wealth of legal experience.

Areas Of Experience

Family Law / Personal Injury Litigation / Medical Negligence / Employment Law / Dispute Resolution and Mediation / Estate Disputes/ Probate Wills and Estate Planning

Education

Solicitor, Law Society of Ireland 2008.
B.A. in Legal Studies in International Trade

Professional Activities/Certificates

Advanced Diploma in Medical Law 2019
Business Leadership Programme 2019
Member of Criminal Legal Aid Panel 2008-2012
Family Law Legal Aid Panel 2008 – To date
Private Residential Tenancies Board Enforcement Panel – 2018-2021

Clodagh Grace solicitor healy crowley & co solicitors fermoy cork tallow waterford

Tracey Tobin

Overview

Tracey is one of the leading solicitors in the firm’s Probate, Wills and Estate Planning Team. She joined Healy Crowley & Co Solicitors in 2015 as a trainee having worked previously in a law firm in West Cork.

She specialises in Wills, Probate and Administration of Estates and Taxation which includes the preparation of Wills, tax planning and any contentious probate matters. She has a particular interest in the drafting and preparation of complex Wills.

Tracey enjoys taking the time to get to know her clients to ensure that she provides practical and suitable solutions to their individual requirements. Her friendly approach puts people at ease and her clients go away feeling comfortable and confident with the help and advice that she has provided.

Areas of Experience

Will Preparation / Estate & Tax Planning / Probate & Administration of Estates / Enduring Powers of Attorney / Taxation

Education

Solicitor, Law Society of Ireland, 2018
BCL Degree University College Cork

Karol Cunniffe

Overview

Karol is one of the firm’s leading conveyancing solicitors in our Property Team.

Karol’s work is predominately in residential and commercial conveyancing. During his seventeen years as a solicitor he has built up a wealth of knowledge dealing with an array of residential and commercial transactions for individuals including sales and purchases of both freehold and leasehold properties, re-mortgages, new build property transactions and voluntary transfers.

Karol looks to deal with all transactions in a proactive way and to explain issues in a clear and simple manner and his clients respect his measured and frank advice. Property transactions can be a stressful time but Karol ensures that the process is made easier and runs as smoothly as possible.

Areas Of Experience

Residential Property / Commercial Property / Agricultural Property / Probate, Wills and Estate Planning

Education

BCL (Hons), UCD 2002
Solicitor, Law Society of Ireland 2007

Karol Cunniffe solicitor healy crowley & co solicitors fermoy cork tallow waterford

Susan O’Farrell

Overview

Susan is one of the main members of the firm’s Probate, Wills and Estate Planning Team. She previously worked for a law firm in Cork before joining Healy Crowley & Co Solicitors in 2023.

She has over twenty years of experience and advises on matters Wills, Administration of Estates and Powers of Attorney. She also helps her clients plan for inheritance tax and protect assets within their Wills and Trusts structures.

Susan prides herself on being friendly and approachable as she believes it is important to get to know her clients to provide them with the best possible advice. She is very thorough and likes to ensure that her clients fully understand how their affairs will be dealt with and the process that needs to be followed in all areas that she practices in.

Areas Of Experience

Will Preparation / Trusts / Probate & Administration of Estates / Taxation

Education