Tony Collier
IrelandsolicitorMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Tony Collier is a criminal defence solicitor who voiced strong opposition to the proposed new fee structure for legal aid in Ireland, expressing frustration with the Law Society's treatment by the Department of Justice and the impact of potential changes on legal representation.
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Tony Collier highlighted the significant number of legal-aid certificates issued under the new scheme.
Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan under siege as solicitors extend criminal legal aid dispute – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-08-02
Tony Collier is a partner in Ferrys Solicitors and a spokesman for the solicitors’ group, expressing regret over the decision to implement a shutdown of cases.
Ireland’s criminal courts face shutdown over several days amid legal aid dispute – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-21
Tony Collier, of Ferrys Solicitors, stated that solicitors in Dublin remain resolute in opposition to the new legal aid regime.
Family lawyers could withdraw legal aid services within weeks – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-17
Tony Collier, Gimenez’s solicitor, says consideration is being given to appropriate legal action.
EU presidency leaves Castle Street firms fearing financial ruin – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-02
Tony Collier expressed that solicitors were furious with the Law Society's treatment by the department.
Hundreds of solicitors meet to discuss quitting free legal aid panels due to new rules – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-06-29
