Orla O’Connell is a Partner and Head of the Commercial Property Department at Orpen Franks Solicitors LLP.
She leads one of the firm’s largest practice areas, advising on a broad range of commercial property, banking and development transactions.
Orla acts for developers, investors, retailers, hoteliers, publicans, landlords, tenants and private clients across all aspects of commercial property. Her work includes acquisitions and disposals, development projects, secured lending, commercial leasing, property finance, asset management and complex transactional matters.
Orla leads with a commercial approach and practical advice. She understands that legal advice must support business objectives and that responsiveness, clear communication and efficient project management are as important as technical expertise. She is known for managing complex, multi-party transactions while maintaining a strong focus on achieving commercial outcomes for her clients.
As head of the department, Orla is committed to building high-performing teams and delivering an exceptional client experience. She works closely with colleagues across the firm to ensure clients receive coordinated, pragmatic advice and a consistently high standard of service.
Education
In 2006, Orla graduated from Trinity College Dublin with a BA Degree in Geography and Sociology and completed a Diploma in Legal Studies from the Dublin Institute of Technology in 2007. Orla joined Orpen Franks Solicitors LLP in 2009 and was admitted to the Roll of Solicitors in Ireland in April 2012. In 2013, Orla was awarded a Certificate in Banking Law and Practice from the Law Society of Ireland.
Professional Memberships
- Dublin Solicitors Bar Association
- Law Society of Ireland
Memberships
Orla O’Connell is a Partner and Head of the Commercial Property Department at Orpen Franks Solicitors LLP.
She leads one of the firm’s largest practice areas, advising on a broad range of commercial property, banking and development transactions.
Orla acts for developers, investors, retailers, hoteliers, publicans, landlords, tenants and private clients across all aspects of commercial property. Her work includes acquisitions and disposals, development projects, secured lending, commercial leasing, property finance, asset management and complex transactional matters.
Orla leads with a commercial approach and practical advice. She understands that legal advice must support business objectives and that responsiveness, clear communication and efficient project management are as important as technical expertise. She is known for managing complex, multi-party transactions while maintaining a strong focus on achieving commercial outcomes for her clients.
As head of the department, Orla is committed to building high-performing teams and delivering an exceptional client experience. She works closely with colleagues across the firm to ensure clients receive coordinated, pragmatic advice and a consistently high standard of service.
Education
In 2006, Orla graduated from Trinity College Dublin with a BA Degree in Geography and Sociology and completed a Diploma in Legal Studies from the Dublin Institute of Technology in 2007. Orla joined Orpen Franks Solicitors LLP in 2009 and was admitted to the Roll of Solicitors in Ireland in April 2012. In 2013, Orla was awarded a Certificate in Banking Law and Practice from the Law Society of Ireland.
Professional Memberships
- Dublin Solicitors Bar Association
- Law Society of Ireland
Memberships
