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Central Bank Highlights MiFID Compliance Function Weaknesses

The Central Bank of Ireland has released a comprehensive thematic assessment examining compliance functions within MiFID investment firms, revealing both strengths and critical...

Ireland Finance

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William Fry

Ordered To The Table: Irish Courts Confirm Power To Compel Mediation

Can a court order parties to mediate a dispute against their will, or is it limited to simply inviting them to do so? This question is increasingly relevant across all civil litigation, given the central role mediation now plays in resolving disputes.

Ireland Litigation

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RDJ LLP

Lending To A Company Incorporated In Ireland: Filing And Registration Requirements

When lending to an Irish company under English or US law, specific filing and registration requirements apply to security documents.

Ireland Finance

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Maples Group

Article 21c Of CRD VI: LMA Issues Practical Guidance On Cross-border Corporate Lending, An Irish Perspective

The EU's Capital Requirements Directive VI introduces Article 21c, fundamentally reshaping cross-border lending by non-EU banks to EU borrowers. With Ireland's grandfathering deadline of 11 July 2026 rapidly approaching...

Ireland Finance

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Arthur Cox

Read More About This EU Inc Could Reshape Ireland’s Startup Edge

Ireland Commercial

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RDJ LLP

When Hardware Costs Spike: What Your Tech Contracts Should Say

Ireland Technology

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Lewis Silkin

Section 18(4) CICA Commenced: Impact On Co-Insured Claims

Ireland Insurance

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Dillon Eustace

From Copilot To Colleague: How Agentic AI Is Reshaping Work, Governance And Risk (Podcast)

Ireland Technology

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William Fry

Dublin Expected As The Venue For CAS Sports Arbitrations After UEFA Reform

Ireland Litigation

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McCann Fitzgerald

Arbitration Clauses Not a Shield Against a Winding-Up Petition

Ireland Litigation

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Maples Group

Ireland Implements AIFMD II And UCITS VI

Ireland Finance

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Arthur Cox

Irish AIFMD II Legislation Published

Ireland Finance

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William Fry

Employee Representation In Internal Disciplinary Processes

Ireland Employment

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RDJ LLP

Arbitration And Business Decision (Video)

Ireland Litigation

Aceris Law

Navigating Legal Privilege When Using Generative AI

Worldwide Technology

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McCann Fitzgerald

EDPB – EDPS Publish Opinion On The Cybersecurity Package

European Union Privacy

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Matheson

Dublin Expected As The Venue For CAS Sports Arbitrations After UEFA Reform

Ireland Litigation

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McCann Fitzgerald

Article 21c Of CRD VI: LMA Issues Practical Guidance On Cross-border Corporate Lending, An Irish Perspective

Ireland Finance

AC

Arthur Cox

Read More About This EU Inc Could Reshape Ireland’s Startup Edge

Ireland Commercial

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RDJ LLP

The EU Data Act’s Switching Framework – A Practical Overview

The EU Data Act introduces a comprehensive switching framework designed to eliminate vendor lock-in in cloud computing services. Providers of IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS must now facilitate customer transitions between providers, enable multi-provider usage, and support migration to on-premises infrastructure with minimal obstacles and reduced costs.

European Union Privacy

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Maples Group

Construction Law Update: Adjudication Judgment Confirms That A Company Cannot Avail Of The Residential Occupier Exception

The High Court granted an application to enforce an adjudicator's decision in BMC Renovation Ltd ("contractor") v Gael Property Investments Ltd ("employer") [2026] IEHC 195.

Ireland Real Estate

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Arthur Cox

InDisputes – Sean Flaherty v The Revenue Commissioners: Welcome Clarity

In the recent Supreme Court (SC) case of Sean Flaherty v The Revenue Commissioners 2026 [IESC] 4, the SC considered when a contract would be considered to be ‘conditional’ for Irish capital gains tax (CGT) purposes. Ordinarily, a disposal is deemed to occur (and a charge to Irish CGT is considered to arise) on the date a contract is entered into.

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Matheson

The Evolving Landscape Of Global Climate Change Litigation: Perspectives For 2026

Climate related litigation continues to evolve, with several recent landmark decisions shaping the global legal landscape. In this update, we consider the broad trends in recent climate litigation...

Worldwide Environment

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McCann Fitzgerald

CJEU Reiterates The Strength Of Consumers’ Termination Rights In Magyar Telekom v NMHH

Ireland Consumer

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Matheson

Formation Of Contracts, Part Performance And Equitable Estoppel

Ireland Commercial

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RDJ LLP

InDisputes – Hegarty v Revenue: High Court Overturns TAC On General Anti-Avoidance Rule

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Matheson

Inbound Activity: M&A Review 2025

Ireland Commercial

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William Fry

Investment Funds 2026 - Ireland

Ireland Finance

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Walkers

Public Procurement - How To Accept An Abnormally Low Bid

Ireland Government

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McCann Fitzgerald

The Data Act – Part I: Key Considerations Regarding Data Access And Sharing

Ireland Privacy

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Matheson

Updated Central Bank AIF Rulebook Published

Ireland Finance

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William Fry

Setting The Boundary Between Board And Executive Management

Ireland Commercial

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Arthur Cox

What's Another Year 2026 - Corporate And M&A

Ireland Commercial

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Arthur Cox

The Data Act – Part I: Key Considerations Regarding Data Access And Sharing

The EU Data Act, which became applicable on 12 September 2025, fundamentally reshapes how businesses handle data generated by connected devices and related services. With Ireland's General Scheme published in February 2026 designating ComReg and CCPC as enforcement authorities, companies must now assess their compliance obligations across data sharing frameworks, contractual terms, and user access rights or face significant fines.

Ireland Privacy

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Matheson

Updated Central Bank AIF Rulebook Published

The Central Bank of Ireland has published a revised Alternative Investment Fund Rulebook, replacing the March 2024 version and implementing significant changes following AIFMD II transposition into Irish legislation. These amendments represent a substantial enhancement to Ireland's regulatory framework for Alternative Investment Funds, particularly affecting Qualifying Investor AIFs.

Ireland Finance

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William Fry

Setting The Boundary Between Board And Executive Management

In today's increasingly complex regulatory and operating environment, clarity around the roles and responsibilities of those leading the organisation are essential. Yet the terminology used in legislation and regulations...

Ireland Commercial

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Arthur Cox

What's Another Year 2026 - Corporate And M&A

Following the recent consultation by the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment on the disclosure of company directors' and secretaries' residential addresses...

Ireland Commercial

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Arthur Cox

Commercial Litigation: Top Insights 2025

Ireland Commercial

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Dillon Eustace

European Parliament Agrees Position On Changes To CSRD And CSDDD

The EP's position is closely aligned with the Council on key areas. Both the EP and the Council want to significantly reduce the number of companies falling within the scope of CSRD...

Ireland Commercial

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William Fry

Irish Commercial Court: Facilitating Efficient And Effective Access To Justice

In this article Rachel and Fiona give an overview of the Irish Commercial Court and how it facilitates efficient and effective access to justice.

Ireland Insurance

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Dillon Eustace

The Data Act (Act) is a new European Union (EU) regulation and represents yet another aspect of the EU Digital Reforms package, which regulates the digital world we live and work in.

Ireland Privacy

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William Fry

Legal News - November 25

Welcome to our monthly update, featuring a curated selection of articles published over the past month.

Ireland Government

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William Fry

Changing Times: Construction Contract Updated By RIAI

Ireland Real Estate

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William Fry

Irish High Court Grants Anti-Suit Injunction To Protect Integrity Of Liquidation

Ireland Litigation

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William Fry

Fair Play And Fan Conduct: Legal Lessons From The 2025 Ryder Cup

Ireland Media & IT

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William Fry

Shake On It: High Court Rules Against John Magnier In The Sale Of Tipperary Estate

Ireland Real Estate

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RDJ LLP

Horizon Scanner Finance October 2025 - European Developments

Ireland Finance

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Arthur Cox

Data Act Deep Dive: Part 5 – B2C Notice And Transparency Requirements

Ireland Privacy

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William Fry

Authorisation Key Attributes - Examples From The UK

Ireland Consumer

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William Fry

Doing Business In... 2025: Law And Practice

Ireland Commercial

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Matheson

Corporate Disputes: Fiduciary Duties Owed To An Employer

Ireland Commercial

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Dillon Eustace

Reform Of Irish Private Fund Regulatory Rules

Ireland Finance

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Walkers

Private Credit Brochure - Private Credit Structures

Ireland Finance

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Arthur Cox

Venture Capital Funding Falls To Lowest Level In A Decade

Ireland Commercial

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William Fry

Help! A Company Director Has Breached Their Duties

Ireland Commercial

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Court Refuses To Enforce Adjudicator's Decision

Ireland Real Estate

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William Fry

A Review Of The Rise Of Section 76 Planning Agreements In Northern Ireland, And The Consequent Increase In Legal Challenges

Ireland Commercial

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Spencer West

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