
Conall MacCarthy
Conall MacCarthy is a senior defense counsel representing Luke Donnelly in his trial for the manslaughter of his mother, Catherine Henry. He is tasked with navigating the complex issues of mental health, abuse, and self-defense as part of the legal proceedings.
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Defence counsel Conall MacCarthy argued that the relationship between Donnelly and his mother was complex and disturbing.
Amateur fighter who showed ‘callous indifference’ after killing his mother jailed – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·
Ireland· 2026-06-19
Conall MacCarthy is the senior defence counsel representing Luke Donnelly in his trial.
Murder accused son says he was ‘groomed’ into life of drugs and violence by mother – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·
Ireland· 2026-01-31



