Elizabeth O’Connell
Elizabeth O’Connell is a senior counsel in Ireland, recognized for her expertise in criminal law. She has represented clients in various high-profile cases and is known for her advocacy efforts to ensure that her clients receive fair treatment within the legal system. In the recent case involving a mother pleading guilty to child ill-treatment, O’Connell argued for the consideration of her client's sobriety in the upcoming sentencing.
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Recent news mentions
Defence barrister Elizabeth O’Connell represented Kyle Hayes-Condon during the trial.
Man who raped girl (17) as she walked home is jailed for six years – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-11-24
Defence counsel Elizabeth O’Connell SC had pleaded for leniency, saying her client had pleaded guilty and was genuinely remorseful for her behaviour.
Mother of two weeps as she avoids jail sentence over neglect of her young children – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-14
The woman’s senior counsel, Elizabeth O’Connell, asked for leniency for her client.
Woman convicted of neglecting daughters now sees events through their eyes, court hears – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-30
Elizabeth O’Connell is the defence senior counsel representing the mother in the case.
Mother pleads guilty to ill-treatment of children – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-25