Ms Lally joins managing partner John Geary and fellow partner Ita Feeney in the leadership of the Castlebar-based firm amid growing demand for its legal services across the West of Ireland and beyond.

She joined the firm in 2014, having previously worked in solicitors’ practices in Cork and Galway, where she gained extensive experience across all aspects of litigation.

Managing partner John Geary said: “Patricia has been a central part of this firm for over a decade and her appointment as partner is a recognition of both her outstanding professional ability and her enormous contribution to the growth of the practice.

“She is an exceptionally strong advocate for her clients, with a practical, strategic approach to resolving disputes, and she embodies the values we place at the heart of our firm, professionalism, integrity and client service.”

In addition to her extensive litigation practice, Ms Lally advises a wide range of business and corporate clients on commercial and regulatory matters, including commercial leasing, commercial lending, contractual arrangements and dispute resolution.

She also has extensive experience in family law, particularly in advising clients through separation and divorce proceedings.

A native of Tourmakeady, Co Mayo, Ms Lally attended Coláiste Muire locally and studied law at NUI Galway, laying the foundations for her legal career.

“J.V. Geary Solicitors LLP is a progressive and client-focused practice with a strong reputation for high-quality legal services,” Ms Lally said.

“I am very grateful for the trust placed in me and I look forward to working with John and Ita in partnership as the firm continues to grow and develop.”

J.V. Geary Solicitors LLP was founded by John Geary in 2010 following his return to his native Mayo after practising in Dublin.

The seven-solicitor firm provides legal services across a wide range of practice areas, including personal injury, property and conveyancing, litigation, employment law, family law, probate and commercial matters.