Ireland is recognised as a global financial centre, renowned for its robust regulatory framework, skilled workforce and favourable business environment. Benefiting from the unique position of being an English-speaking common-law jurisdiction, we share common legal principles with the UK and the US, within the broader framework of EU legislation.
Capital Markets - DebtFollowing the cross-border conversion of Zurich Insurance plc from an Irish plc to a German joint stock company in January 2024, there has been increased interest in this innovative company law process. Here, we answer some frequently asked questions based on our experience on that transaction.
Corporate & M&AOn 26 May 2025, the Supreme Court delivered judgment in Scully v Coucal Limited.
DisputesThe Irish Government has today announced its intention to introduce significant changes in the context of the residential rental market.
ConstructionIn two articles published in its latest Supervision Newsletter, the ECB outlined some of the key changes under its comprehensive reform of the SREP.
Financial Regulation AdvisoryIn this article, we provide insights on key sustainability reporting and due diligence developments since our last update.
ESG & SustainabilityFrom August 2025, the European Media Freedom Act (EU Regulation 2024/1083) will come into effect in Ireland. It will bring about a significant change in how media mergers are assessed in Ireland.
EU, Competition & ProcurementIn recent years, there has been a marked increase in the number of workplace investigations, a trend that shows no sign of abating.
EmploymentThe EU Pay Transparency Directive (the Directive) came into force in June 2023 and Ireland has until 7 June 2026 to implement the new rules.
EmploymentOn 26 May 2025, the Irish Council for Civil Liberties (ICCL) announced that it had been granted permission to bring a High Court class action against Microsoft.
TechnologyThe European Commission has issued its fourth package of simplification legislation (Omnibus IV) as part of the EU’s commitment to simplifying rules and reducing the administrative burdens placed on EU businesses.
Corporate & M&ASFDR, SIU, PRIIPs KID Q&As, T+1, the Listing Act.
Asset Management & Investment Funds
