James Morrissey
James Morrissey is a spokesperson for billionaire businessman Denis O’Brien and is involved in a defamation case where he, along with O’Brien, is accused of making defamatory statements against two solicitors, Darragh Mackin and Gavin Booth, in response to a report on media ownership in Ireland.
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Recent news mentions
James Morrissey was involved in the defamation case alongside Denis O’Brien.
Denis O’Brien’s appeal over €823,500 defamation award struck out – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-07-17
James Morrissey, a journalist-turned-public relations consultant, sent a statement responding to a study on media ownership in Ireland.
Denis O’Brien was a dominant player in Irish media world when defamatory statement released – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-21
James Morrissey is the spokesman for Denis O’Brien, who is accused of defamation.
Jury begins deliberations in defamation case against Denis O’Brien – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-21James Morrissey is a communications consultant who defended the press release issued on behalf of Denis O’Brien.
Denis O’Brien spokesman stands over ‘every word’ of allegedly defamatory statement, court hears – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-17
James Morrissey is the spokesman for Denis O’Brien and a defendant in the case.
Defamation action taken against Denis O’Brien by two solicitors opens at High Court – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-12
