Ask the Expert: Norman Fitzgerald in The Irish Times

Norman Fitzgerald, a new partner in our Dispute Resolution team, was recently featured in the Ask The Expert series of The Irish Times.

Norman shares practical insights on how organisations can manage commercial disputes efficiently and with confidence. He explains why early action, sound governance and clear communication are critical to reducing risk and maintaining reputation.

He also discusses the legal trends reshaping Ireland’s dispute resolution landscape, including:

• Increasing complexity in commercial litigation and arbitration

• Ongoing debate around third-party litigation funding

• The growing use of mediation to achieve timely, cost-effective outcomes

Norman notes that preparation is key. Engaging legal advisers early helps protect privilege, ensure procedural fairness, and support faster resolution when disputes arise.

Read the article on The Irish Times website.

For more information and expert advice, please contact a member of our Dispute Resolution team.