Deirdre McEvoy is a distinguished Special Counsel at McArdle Legal, where she has been a cornerstone of the firm since 2005. Prior to her relocation to Australia in 2004, Deirdre practised law in Ireland, gaining valuable insights and experience across the European Union. Her extensive career is marked by her exclusive focus on employment law, an area in which she has developed a formidable reputation. Deirdre’s expertise is widely recognised, as evidenced by her accreditation as a specialist in Employment and Industrial Law by the Law Society of New South Wales. Her contributions to legal scholarship include articles published in esteemed journals, both in Australia and Ireland, such as the Law Society Journal. Deirdre's legal journey commenced with her academic accomplishments at Trinity College Dublin, where she earned her LLB. She further honed her expertise with a Graduate Diploma in Business, specialising in IT, Banking, Industrial Relations, and Human Resources from University College Dublin. Her pursuit of excellence continued at The Honorable Society of King's Inns, where she graduated with First Class Honours and earned distinction by securing first place in Labour Law. Before joining McArdle Legal, Deirdre served as Manager of Corporate Legal Advisory Services at KPMG Ireland, where she excelled for over seven years. Her role there fortified her strategic approach to complex legal issues, benefiting clients and enhancing her practice. Deirdre is also a valued member of Chartered Secretaries Australia, contributing her expanded knowledge of corporate governance. Her diverse background and deep-seated commitment to employment law make her a pivotal resource for her clients in the Sydney CBD and beyond.
Special Counsel
McArdle Legal
Apr 2005 - Present • 21 years 7 months
Manager, Corporate Legal Advisory Services
KPMG Ireland
Jun 1997 - Aug 2004 • 7 years 2 months
Barrister-at-Law, Law
The Honorable Society of King's Inns
1999 - 2001
Graduate Diploma of Business, IT, Banking, Industrial Relations and Human Resources
University College Dublin
1996 - 1997
LLB, Law
Trinity College Dublin
1992
Last checked: 15 May 2026 • Checked with The Law Society of NSW
