The Bar of Ireland
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Patrick's legal education is robust, beginning with a BCL Law Degree from University College Cork (2012-2016), followed by an LL.M in Business Law from the same institution (2016-2017), and culminating in a Barrister-at-Law Degree from The Honorable Society of King’s Inns in Dublin (2019-2021). He has extensive experience on the South-West Circuit, handling Civil, Family, and Criminal Law cases, as well as advising the Citizen Advice Service.  He has worked as an employment consultant, dealing with workplace investigations and bankruptcy procedures.
The WRC found that the dispute stemmed from unresolved workplace relationship issues during long term sick leave and recommended structured grievance, mediation, and return to work supports rather than attributing fault to either party.
The Complainant claimed that he had been affected by workplace bullying, harassment, and isolation after becoming aware of a WhatsApp exchange involving supervisors. He believed the message had criticised him unfairly and had contributed to stress, illness, and his continued absence from work. He stated that he loved his role and wished to return but felt pushed out and unsupported by the company. He also remained hurt by earlier disciplinary action in 2023, despite the sanction having been reduced on appeal. The Complainant said
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