Alastair Purdy LLP · People
Gloria Malandra
- Service areas
- Employment · Litigation & Dispute Resolution
- Telephone
- +353 91 394 109
- gloria@purdys.ie
Profile
Gloria joined our team in September 2023. Gloria has a Bachelor of Arts (Law and Political Studies) from the University of Galway followed by a first-class honours Master of Laws (LLM). Gloria worked a number of months in a Top 5 Dublin Law Firm and gained experience in the area of banking and finance. She has successfully completed the Law Society of Ireland’s entrance examinations and is currently undertaking the Hybrid Professional Practice Course at Blackhall Place.
To date Gloria has been gaining valuable experience in different areas such as employment law, dispute resolution, corporate law, and data protection.
Gloria has been involved in a diverse range of projects collaborating closely with the partners and legal staff, aiding with their caseload while also independently managing her own workload. Her experience includes drafting legal submissions, court pleadings, coordinating with Counsel, attending hearings before the WRC, Labour Court, District Court, Circuit Court, and High Court.
Gloria has a particular interest in immigration law, with a strong focus on the employment permit system. She is passionate about supporting both employers and employees in navigating the complex legal and regulatory framework surrounding work authorisations in Ireland. She is committed to developing her expertise in this field and intends to specialise in this area following her qualification as a solicitor.
Areas of Expertise
- Employment law support and legal submissions
- Employment permits and work authorisation
- Workplace Relations Commission proceedings
- Litigation preparation and pleadings
- Corporate and data protection support
Education & Qualifications
- Bachelor of Arts in Law and Political Studies, University of Galway
- Master of Laws (LLM), first-class honours
- Law Society of Ireland entrance examinations (completed)
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