Independent Perspective, Trusted Judgement
Aisling Gannon SC, CDir, CEDR Accredited Mediator
Mediator / Independent Non-Executive Director / Lecturer
Drawing on extensive legal, coronial and board experience, Aisling brings independent judgement, clear communication and an understanding of complex and sensitive issues to dispute resolution, governance and professional education.
Services
Independent, confidential and constructive mediation, helping individuals and organisations resolve complex and sensitive disputes.
Areas of Practice
Civil Claims, to include Fatal Injury and Catastrophic Injury Claims,
Workplace and organisational conflict disputes,
Complex, sensitive and multi-party disputes,
Facilitated dialogue and early resolution
Bespoke engagements - 1/2 Day - Full Days
Mediation & Dispute Resolution
Independent board-level perspective informed by extensive legal, governance, healthcare and public service experience.
Areas of Expertise
Board governance and effectiveness reviews,
Risk, assurance and accountability assessment,
Healthcare and regulated organisations risk reviews,
Organisational culture and strategic oversight.
Bespoke assignments - 1/2 Day - Full Days
Governance and Board Advisory
Specialist medico-legal education and thought leadership drawing on practical experience at the intersection of law, healthcare and governance.
Specialist Topics
Inquests and the Coroner's jurisdiction,
Serious incidents, investigations and learning,
Expert evidence and professional responsibilities,
Governance, risk and professional accountability.
Bespoke workshops - 1/2 Day - Full Days
Lecturing & Professional Education
About Aisling
Aisling Gannon SC, CDir, CEDR Accredited Mediator
Aisling Gannon is a Senior Counsel, Chartered Director and CEDR Accredited Mediator with almost three decades of experience spanning healthcare, litigation, governance, leadership and public service.
Having qualified as a solicitor in 1998, Aisling spent 11 years as Partner and Head of Healthcare at Eversheds Sutherland Ireland, advising and representing healthcare organisations and professionals in complex, sensitive and high-stakes matters. Her expertise has been recognised by Chambers and Partners and Legal 500. She was granted a Patent of Precedence in 2022.
From 2020 to 2026, Aisling served as Deputy and subsequently Coroner for the Dublin District, presiding over Inquests, investigating sudden and unexplained deaths, and engaging with families, clinicians, legal representatives and public authorities in challenging circumstances.
Aisling also brings substantial board and governance experience. She is currently Vice Chair of Belong To LGBTQ+ Youth Ireland and Chair of its Governance and Risk Committee, combining independent oversight with a commitment to effective leadership, accountability and organisational purpose.
Through Gannon Perspective, Aisling draws on this breadth of experience to provide independent mediation, contribute as a Non-Executive Director, and deliver specialist professional education and training.
Her approach combines independence, sound judgement, empathy and a practical understanding of people, organisations and the complex decisions they face.
Aisling believes that informed perspective, thoughtful engagement and independent judgement can make a meaningful difference.