Solicitor Ammi Burke’s case against Arthur Cox for unfair dismissal is due to be heard in the High Court on Tuesday. Burke, who was summarily dismissed from her job as an associate solicitor in November 2019, claims that she had a flawless work record and that her dismissal came as a complete shock. She alleges that reputational damage occurred and is seeking reinstatement. The law firm disputes this and claims that reviews concerning her employment were positive but that certain exchanges involving her led to a breakdown of trust and confidence and to the decision to dismiss her. The case is against the Workplace Relations Commission with Arthur Cox as a notice party, and Burke’s separate appeal to the Labour Court is on hold pending the judicial review.
