Rape Crisis Ireland (RCI) will today launch new independent research showing that Ireland's rape shield - the law meant to stop complainants in sexual offence trials being cross-examined about their other sexual experiences - is routinely failing to do so. The report, What's Sex Got to Do with It? S
Appointments
See all articlesMatheson LLP has announced the appointment of partner, Gerry Thornton, as head of tax. He succeeds Shane Hogan, who was recently appointed as managing partner of the firm. Mr Thornton has been a partner in Matheson's tax department since 2011. He advises on all aspects of corporate tax, and his prac
Kevin Murphy pictured with; Sitting: Connor Thompson, Rachel Horner, Kevin Murphy, David Anderson and Victoria Boyd
RDJ has announced the appointment of Paula Deasy as partner in the firm's real estate team. Ms Deasy advises purchasers, sellers, developers, landlords, tenants and funders across all sectors of the property market. Having trained and spent her early years as a solicitor with RDJ, her return to the
Corrigan & Corrigan Solicitors LLP have announced the appointment of John Sheehy as partner. Managing partner Cora Fitzsimons said “We’re delighted that John has joined us. He brings with him a wealth of experience that aligns perfectly with the firm’s specialist offering. His
daa has announced the appointment of Angela Brennan as general counsel, joining the Group's senior leadership team. Ms Brennan brings legal and commercial experience to the role, having spent 16 years with Matheson in its disputes and investigations group.
Ms Catherine MacGinley has been appointed as County Registrar for Louth.
Northern Ireland
See all articlesKevin Murphy pictured with; Sitting: Connor Thompson, Rachel Horner, Kevin Murphy, David Anderson and Victoria Boyd
Professional services group Gateley marked a decade of growth and support for Belfast's business community at a special event held at The Merchant Hotel. Since launching Gateley’s Belfast office has evolved into a 35-strong multidisciplinary team supporting businesses, investors and developers
Justice minister Naomi Long has launched a new public communications campaign to raise awareness of the services available for victims of sexual crime. Launching the ‘Justice is Changing’ campaign, Ms Long said it demonstrates a commitment by the Department of Justice to deliver for vict
P.A. Duffy & Co Solicitors is celebrating double success at the inaugural Tyrone Business Awards, with director Enda McGarrity named Rising Star of the Year and the firm receiving highly commended recognition in the prestigious Firm of the Year category. Held at Corick House Hotel & Spa, the
The High Court in Belfast upheld a determination of the Parades Commission permitting an Orange Order parade down the Garvaghy Road at an unprecedented hearing that concluded at 2.15am on Sunday morning. The Parades Commission issued a determination on Friday afternoon granting permission for Portad
Universities
See all articlesThe Centre for Digital Ethics (CDE) is convening The Human in Human Rights: Dignity, Autonomy and Democracy in the Age of AI at the Trinity Long Room Hub on Friday 16 October 2026, from 6.00pm. Mary Robinson will deliver the opening keynote address, with Miriam O’Callaghan moderating the
University of Limerick law graduate turned author, Donal Ryan, was awarded the outstanding achievement award at the University of Limerick Alumni Awards on Friday night. Mr Ryan was honoured alongside diplomat Frances Collins, Martin Cotter, chief business units officer and president, EMEA, at Analo
Irish lawyer and lecturer at the Irish Centre for Human Rights at the University of Galway, Dr Paul Bradfield, has been reelected to serve on the executive council of the International Criminal Court Bar Association (ICCBA). The ICCBA plays an important role in advocating for Counsel and suppo
Dr. James Carr has been appointed as the Irish member of the Council of Europe's European Commission against Racism and Intolerance (ECRI). Dr. Carr was nominated by the Minister of State Colm Brophy for the position. Members of ECRI are appointed for a five-year term. Dr Carr is currently an associ
Matheson, in association with Trinity College Dublin (TCD), is pleased to announce that TCD law student, Ellias Taye, has been awarded the 2026 Matheson Cara Scholarship. Named in memory of the late Cara O'Hagan, a former partner at Matheson, the scholarship aims to support students who may face bar
Interviews
See all articlesJulie Galbraith, chief business officer and general counsel at Irish insurance broker, Arachas, recently took part in Rory’s Miles 2 Mayo walking nine marathons over nine days and covering 235 miles across Ireland in aid of Cancer Fund for Children. She spoke to Irish Legal News about taking o
The numbers show that data security incidents have ascended ineluctably during the past five years. And according to the UK’S Cyber Security Breaches Survey, cybersecurity is not necessarily getting worse just because a greater percentage of companies are being attacked, but rather the attacks
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Naoise Nunn tells Emma Hutchinson how Kilkenny Law Festival aims to make the law more accessible, entertaining and relevant to the public. Next weekend will see the Kilkenny Law Festival fill venues across the beautiful city of Kilkenny from Friday to Sunday. Unlike a traditional legal conference, t
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Ireland’s role as one of the world’s leading aircraft leasing hubs dates to 1975, when the billionaire businessman Tony Ryan founded Guinness Peat Aviation (GPA) in 1975. Ryan, of course, was also one of the co-founders of Ryanair in 1984. His venture created a pool of experienced aviati
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When Majella Walsh was announced as the recipient of the Munster Regional Sole Practitioner of the Year award at the LEAP Irish Law Awards last month, she says her first reaction was one of some surprise. Those who know her professionally would not have been startled at the news. Noted by clients fo
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