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Lawyers for Qatari Royals say defamation action cannot be heard before Irish courts
Summary
Lawyers for Qatari royals and Maybourne Hotels argue that Irish courts lack jurisdiction to hear defamation claims brought by Irish businessman Ronnie Delany. Delany alleges letters published in Ireland defamed him and were part of a conspiracy. He seeks damages, declarations of defamation and conspiracy, and an injunction. Defendants, represented by Marcus Dowling SC and Stephen Byrne BL, file pre‑trial motions to strike the actions, claiming the claims should be heard in the UK or France. Delany, represented by Paul McGarry SC, counters, asserting the letters were sent to Irish recipients, including associate Paddy McKillen, and thus the case is proper in Ireland. The motions are before Mr Justice Conor Dignam, with the hearing expected to last several days. The case involves letters dated 13 April 2021 and claims of unlawful damage to reputation.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Lawyers for Qatari Royals say defamation action cannot be heard before Irish courts. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision
When:
- April 13th, 2021 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2023-07-05 Publication
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Places mentioned
- High Court
- Chatham Street
- Dublin
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