Mr McDonnell, formerly of Walsh McDonnell Solicitors, Patrick Street, Kilkenny, was also ordered to pay costs arising from an inquiry into allegations made against him. He was not represented at the hearing.

It is according to the 2023 annual report of the Property Services Regulatory Authority (PSRA) where it records how the authority under the heading of ‘Non-Refundable Deposits’ - made a finding of improper conduct against the estate agent over the complaint made against him.