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Dunne motion ruling later this month
Summary
In a High Court case, Sean Dunne, who was declared bankrupt in Ireland and the United States last year, seeks to recover documents and other items seized from a property in Co. Kildare by Official Assignee Mr. Chris Lehane. The seized items include 100 pieces of artwork and golf memorabilia. Dunne's legal team, represented by Bill Shipsey SC, argues that Mr. Lehane should be cross‑examined on the contents of his affidavit to resolve the dispute. Mr. Lehane's counsel, Mark Sanfey SC, contends that such cross‑examination is inappropriate and impermissible. Justice Brian McGovern has asked for time to consider the motion and will rule before the full hearing scheduled for 19 March. The case also involves Mrs. Gayle Dunne, Traviata Ltd, and John Dunne, who seek the return of items belonging to them. Mr. Lehane's lawyers have stated that they are willing to return materials that do not belong to Mr. Dunne's estate.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Dunne motion ruling later this month. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision
When:
- 2014-03-06 Publication
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