The Irish Cancer Society is to refuse donations from a high profile law firm.
It has taken the stance against Arthur Cox, after it emerged last week that JTI Ireland - which it advises - had warned the government of legal action if it did not stop work on plain packaging legislation.
JTI Ireland sent a letter to Children's Minister, James Reilly, warning they will take legal action if he does not halt the plans.
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The group owns the Benson and Hedges and Silk Cut brands.
The Arthur Cox firm donated €20,000 to the Irish Cancer Society in 2013 and 2014.
Mark Millett is head of fundraising with the ICS. He told Newstalk Breakfast while it is a valuable contribution, they had to take a stand.
