About us
O’Donnell McKenna is a leading law firm with offices in Dublin and Donegal
We commenced practice in 2001. It seems like such a long time ago and yet it has passed in the blink on an eye. We were there for both the boom and the bust, and we are glad to help our clients as the country thrives again.
We believe that our clients are entitled to simple and honest legal advice. We try to take the time to really get to know our clients and to understand their concerns. Courtesy, client confidentiality and efficiency are of the utmost importance and we aim to provide all of our clients with a service that is second-to-none.
Our dedication and commitment to our clients has been frequently recognised at the Irish Law Awards where we were finalists and/or winners in 2014, 2015, 2017.and 2019
At O’Donnell McKenna Solicitors, you can be guaranteed a warm welcome by solicitors who want to listen to you, want to help you, and who genuinely care about you as a client.
Meet the team
Una O’Donnell
BCL, Solicitor
Una qualified as a solicitor in 1989. She is a specialist in litigation, particularly plaintiff litigation, and has been involved in many high profile and high value cases.
Una excels in the areas of personal injury and medical negligence as well as family law, property and probate .
Una’s dedicated and practical approach is well-liked by clients who appreciate her uncomplicated style. She has a wonderful ability to put clients at ease and to reassure those clients who are worried about their cases.
In her spare time, you might find Una at an art class or walking her dog Maisie on the beach.
Ian McKenna
FCCA, Solicitor
Ian has been with the practice since it was founded in 2001. Most of Ian’s work is in Commercial and Residential Property, Probate and Employment Law.
Before qualifying as a solicitor, Ian practiced as a commercial accountant and is almost uniquely qualified and experienced in the commercial and legal spheres.
Ian is passionate about first time buyers and their struggles to purchase their first homes.
When he’s not in the office, Ian can usually be found on the side-line of a football pitch or in a bunker on a golf course.
Linda Gallagher
Legal Executive
Linda has almost 20 years experience as a legal executive. A consummate professional, Linda specialises in conveyancing and probate work, particularly for first time buyers.
Yvonne McMorrow
Financial Controller
Yvonne joined O’Donnell McKenna Solicitors in 2005, and she looks after the finances. Yvonne manages client accounting, day to day finances, banking and payroll. In addition to those duties, Yvonne’s versatility ensures that she is in constant demand in many other areas of the practice.
Denise McGroary
Legal Executive
Denise has a wealth of experience in customer service and dealing with clients. Denise works closely with Una on litigation, conveyancing and probate matters.