Draft:Barry O' Donnell

Barry O'Donnell  is an Irish judge and lawyer who was appointed as a judge of the high court in June 2023. He was formerly working as a barrister.

Early life
O'Donnell was born in Dublin in 1971. He attended Holy Park primary school, and finished his secondary education in Blackrock College. He obtained a law degree from University College Dublin and was educated further at the Honourable Society of King's Inns.

Legal Career
O' Donnell was called to the Bar in 1995 and became a senior counsel in 2016. He served as part time chairman of the Mental Health Commission from 2006-11. As a barrister he operated in general practise, He frequently acted for the HSE, TUSLA, government departments in Ireland and private clients.

Judicial career
O' Donnell was appointed to the High Court in June 2023.

Personal life
O'Donnell is married with 13 children.