John O’Connor
John O’Connor is a judge presiding over the Dublin Circuit Civil Court, known for managing applications under the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act. He has been involved in significant cases regarding the capacity of individuals to engage in legal proceedings, emphasizing the importance of respecting the rights and preferences of those with mental health challenges in matters of litigation.
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Judge John O’Connor of Dublin Circuit Court told Frank and Sylvia Gaynor to consider their situation over lunch.
Couple agree to dismantle unauthorised cabins after being warned of potential imprisonment – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-03-06
Judge John O’Connor handed down a ruling in favour of Fingal County Council.
Owner of Dublin period home faces order to demolish large ‘unauthorised’ extension – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-26
Judge John O’Connor ordered the demolition of unauthorized modular homes in south Dublin.
Unauthorised modular homes in south Dublin must be torn down, judge orders – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-20
Judge John O’Connor said he will rule in February whether the development is exempt from the need for planning permission.
Alleged unauthorised modular homes near Brittas, Dublin, are ‘phase one’ of 71 units, court told – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-09
John O’Connor is part of the management team for St Martin’s.
All-Ireland winner George O’Connor on finding mental wellness after ‘years of pure hell’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-06
Judge John O’Connor refused to grant interim orders pending the full hearing of the matter.
Council seeks removal of 28 modular homes allegedly built without permission in south Dublin – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-05John O’Connor, the managing director of Tayto, expressed devastation over the tragic loss of life at the plant.
Employee dies following incident at Tayto plant in Co Meath – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-25Judge John O’Connor described the council's demand for demolition as 'harsh' and 'dramatic'.
Man ‘drawing up imaginative solution’ over unauthorised extension – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-11
Judge John O’Connor has agreed to facilitate peace talks in a long-standing planning dispute.
peace talks agreed in six-year dispute over house extension – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-04
Judge John O’Connor is presiding over the case involving Philip Farrelly and the council.
Council urges demolition of extension built without permission by Dublin homeowner – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-04Judge John O’Connor presided over the court proceedings regarding Geoffrey Curran's alleged Airbnb operation.
Order sought over solicitor’s alleged use of his rented Dublin city apartment as Airbnb – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-15
Judge John O’Connor granted more time for the examinership of Fade Street Social.
Fade Street Social examiner studies almost €4.5m in loans to related companies – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-30
Judge John O’Connor granted the local authority an order directing the defendants to cease all earthworks at the site.
Two men ordered to immediately halt alleged unauthorised works at ancient burial ground in Dublin – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-29
Judge O’Connor has said he will endeavour to deliver a judgment by the end of the month, with the case listed for mention on July 25th.
Garda whistleblower claims financial penalisation after voicing concerns about equipment – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-07
John O'Connor is recognized for his services to recreational angling in Wales.
King's Birthday Honours List 2025: Littler, Humphries, Wade & Beckham among sport names
United Kingdom· 2025-06-13
The state’s former attorney general, John O’Connor, supported the school’s creation.
Supreme Court deadlock leaves in place ruling blocking nation’s first religious charter school
United States· 2025-05-22
John O’Connor, chairman of the Housing Commission, mentioned that it would take two years or more to establish a system of reference rents.
Ires chief executive favours ‘simple’ rent-cap increase under Government review – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-03
John O’Connor is the chairman of the Housing Commission, discussing rent control systems.
Meet the man running Ireland’s biggest landlord firm, with 3,734 apartments in Dublin – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-02
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt and the state’s former attorney general, John O’Connor, both Republicans, supported the application.
Supreme Court fight over Catholic charter school could clear the way for taxpayer-funded religious schoolsUnited States· 2025-04-29
Judge John O’Connor warned Ann Connors that she would be sent to prison if the court orders were not complied with.
Widow of murdered Andy Connors faces jail if unauthorised mobile home and chalet development not removed – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-31
John O'Connor is the judge who made orders regarding the legal action initiated by Michael O'Brien.
Action by group clinical director of Sims fertility clinics against employer has been ‘compromised’, judge told – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-27
Judge John O'Connor was told about the suspension of Michael O'Brien after a court had ordered his reinstatement.
Fertility clinic director was suspended days after court had ordered reinstatement, judge told – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-16Judge John O’Connor found the man lacked capacity and appointed a decision-making representative in respect of his litigation.
Mentally ill man’s case over father’s will to be progressed by decision-making representative, judge orders – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-12