Sara Phelan
Ms Justice Sara Phelan is a High Court judge in Ireland, recognized for her judicial expertise and commitment to upholding the law. She recently granted leave for a father to pursue judicial review proceedings against Tusla, the Child and Family Agency, in a case concerning the urgent care needs of his teenage son.
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Recent news mentions
Ms Justice Sara Phelan held that a man was entitled to an order overturning his conviction due to a break in the chain of custody.
Supreme Court to hear DPP appeal over ruling affecting thousands of drink driving cases – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-12-18
Ms Justice Sara Phelan had previously dealt with the case of the Tibetan monk.
Buddhist monk left ‘in limbo’ over lack of progress in refugee process, High Court told – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-29
Ms Justice Sara Phelan granted permission for the judicial review challenge.
Bunsen burger chain takes court action over being classified as ‘fast food’ business – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-11
Ms Justice Sara Phelan found that Jemima Burke was deprived of her constitutional right to a fair trial.
What experts advise if ‘doorstepped’ by the Burke family – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-29
Ms Justice Sara Phelan stated that Jemima Burke was entitled to choose not to enter into a bail bond.
Jemima Burke’s public order conviction quashed after she wins High Court review – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-14
Ms Justice Sara Phelan is presiding over the ongoing case.
Bewley’s seeks Grafton St rent reduction from Johnny Ronan company – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-27
Ms Justice Sara Phelan made an order affirming the decision of the Circuit Court.
Former Dublin county registrar drops appeal in neighbour extension case – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-25
Ms Justice Sara Phelan reserved judgment on the case of Jemima Burke.
State not opposed to overturning public order conviction of Jemima Burke – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-22
Ms Justice Sara Phelan adjourned the matter for mention on April 29th.
XL Bully case taken by animal welfare charities can be settled, High Court told – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-27
Ms Justice Sara Phelan granted leave for the man to bring the judicial review proceedings against Tusla.
Judge expedites hearing date for father’s ‘exceptionally urgent’ challenge to Tusla decision – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-21
