Anne-Marie Linehan

Ms Linehan takes over the role from Jerome O’Sullivan, who will continue to lead the firm’s commercial real estate team.

She will lead the firm’s planned expansion over the coming years, the firm said in a statement.

Ms Linehan, a law graduate of University College Cork (UCC), joined J.W. O’Donovan in 1996 and became a partner in 2003. She advises both corporate and private clients across property, construction, banking, and finance.

She is also a respected lecturer and seminar host on property law topics.

An active member of Cork’s business community for more than 30 years, Ms Linehan has served on the board of Cork Chamber for the past three years. She currently chairs the governance and nomination committee and sits on the audit and risk committee.

For the past three years, she has also been a judge for the Cork Company of the Year Awards.

Commenting on her appointment, Ms Linehan said: “I’m honoured to take on this role at an exciting time for the firm.

“Our recent expansion to our new offices, and in terms of our team have enhanced our ability to deliver specialist expertise and provide clients with expert, relationship-focused legal services across a wider range of practice areas.

“I look forward to guiding the firm’s next phase of growth while continuing our long-standing commitment to Cork’s business and legal community.”

Established in 1931, J.W. O’Donovan continues to grow its presence in Cork.