David Williams (67), with an address in Lacken, Blessington, Co Wicklow, pleaded guilty to multiple sample counts of deception on dates between January 2019 and June 2020.

The High Court judge agreed to overturn the conviction and €120 fine imposed on Bartholomew Anthony O’Neill in late 2023

A former Chairman of the Bar Council, the governing body for barristers, his work often led to a refining and reform of the administration of justice in Ireland

Barristers will protest at a number of courthouses across the country today (Tuesday) including Castlebar.