Bailey’s solicitor was highest legal aid earner

The highest earning lawyer through the State’s criminal legal aid scheme last year was Ian Bailey’s solicitor, Cork-based Frank Buttimer.

Bailey’s solicitor was highest legal aid earner
Fri, 17 Feb, 2012 - 00:00
Gordon Deegan

Figures released by the Department of Justice last night show Mr Buttimer’s practice received €889,659 (including VAT) in criminal legal aid payments in 2011.

The payment received by Mr Buttimer is part of the €33m paid to 954 solicitors last year, down €900,000 on the previous year.

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