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Mason Hayes & Curran is a full service business law firm with offices in Dublin, New York, San Francisco and London with over 119 partners and over 580 personnel.

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Pensions Update: Auto-Enrolment in 2024?

February 08, 2024 16:38 - 6 minutes - 15.4 MB

Stephen Gillick is a Partner and Head of our Pensions team. He has extensive experience advising on a range of pensions-related issues including pension scheme establishment and restructuring, and de-risking exercises. In this episode of the Let's Talk Legal Podcast, Stephen delves into the new system of auto-enrolment, and provides an update on the status of the upcoming legislation.

Tech 2023: Panel 1 - Human Capital - Recruiting and Retaining Talent

January 09, 2024 15:16 - 55 minutes - 128 MB

Our Technology Conference – Talent, Funding and the Future took place on Wednesday 1 March 2023 at The Marker Hotel, Dublin. Our keynote speaker on the day was renowned journalist Kenneth Cukier, Deputy Executive Editor at the Economist and author of “Framers - Make Better Decisions in The Age of Big Data". Digital Entrepreneur, Journalist and COO of Kinzen, Áine Kerr, was our MC for the event. Panels of industry and legal experts examined a number of key topics impacting the technology sec...

Tech 2023: Keynote Address - Kenneth Cukier

January 09, 2024 15:14 - 29 minutes - 67.2 MB

Our Technology Conference – Talent, Funding and the Future took place on Wednesday 1 March 2023 at The Marker Hotel, Dublin. Our keynote speaker on the day was renowned journalist Kenneth Cukier, Deputy Executive Editor at the Economist and author of “Framers - Make Better Decisions in The Age of Big Data". Digital Entrepreneur, Journalist and COO of Kinzen, Áine Kerr, was our MC for the event. Panels of industry and legal experts examined a number of key topics impacting the technology sec...

Tech 2023: Panel 2 - Equity and Investment – Buying, Selling & Fundraising

January 09, 2024 15:13 - 38 minutes - 88.8 MB

Our Technology Conference – Talent, Funding and the Future took place on Wednesday 1 March 2023 at The Marker Hotel, Dublin. Our keynote speaker on the day was renowned journalist Kenneth Cukier, Deputy Executive Editor at the Economist and author of “Framers - Make Better Decisions in The Age of Big Data". Digital Entrepreneur, Journalist and COO of Kinzen, Áine Kerr, was our MC for the event. Panels of industry and legal experts examined a number of key topics impacting the technology sec...

Tech 2023: Panel 3 - Future Focus – What Next for Technology?

January 09, 2024 15:13 - 41 minutes - 95.4 MB

Our Technology Conference – Talent, Funding and the Future took place on Wednesday 1 March 2023 at The Marker Hotel, Dublin. Our keynote speaker on the day was renowned journalist Kenneth Cukier, Deputy Executive Editor at the Economist and author of “Framers - Make Better Decisions in The Age of Big Data". Digital Entrepreneur, Journalist and COO of Kinzen, Áine Kerr, was our MC for the event. Panels of industry and legal experts examined a number of key topics impacting the technology sec...

Sustainability Reporting - Compliance and Beyond

January 09, 2024 12:26 - 1 hour - 180 MB

We recorded our Sustainability Reporting: Compliance and Beyond episode on Wednesday 29 March. In this episode, our speakers provided an overview of the scope of the CSRD and its reporting requirements and, crucially, provided practical guidance on how to kickstart or improve a company’s sustainability reporting strategy. This included insights from a sustainability-reporting expert within the business setting and from a specialist technical consultant to guide your company on its next steps....

Commercial Contracts: What’s Market? 2023

January 04, 2024 18:19 - 1 hour - 164 MB

We hosted our fourth annual Commercial Contracts: What’s Market? on Wednesday 10 May. Following on from the success of our 2020, 2021 and 2022 webinars on contract negotiation, market practice and what would be considered off-market, we are pleased to launch our 2023 survey of Irish and international in-house counsel. During the session, our speakers outlined our experience of “what’s market” on key contract clauses in areas such as liability caps, indemnities, ESG compliance, use of AI and ...

How to Conduct an Effective Workplace Investigation

January 04, 2024 18:13 - 56 minutes - 130 MB

We hosted our second Employment Law Top Tips session of the year where we looked at How to Conduct an Effective Workplace Investigation. We were delighted to be joined by Clara O’Sullivan, Founder of COSWI (Clara O’Sullivan Workplace Investigations). Clara is a solicitor and internationally accredited Workplace Investigator from the Association of Workplace Investigators (AWI) in California. Clara shared some practical tips on how to conduct investigations for all workplace matters whether...

Investigations & Corporate Crime Update

January 04, 2024 18:11 - 58 minutes - 133 MB

We recorded our Investigations & Corporate Crime Update episode on Thursday 26 October. At this webinar our panellists explored recent developments in white collar crime and how corporations can use internal investigations to their advantage. Speakers Included: David Hegarty, Director of Legal and Policy, Corporate Enforcement Authority Claire Lord, Partner, Corporate Governance, Mason Hayes & Curran Shane Reynolds, Partner, Health & Prosecutions, Mason Hayes & Curran The event was chaired...

Attracting & Retaining Talent: Future Trends in Employee Benefit Packages

January 04, 2024 17:28 - 56 minutes - 129 MB

We recorded our Attracting & Retaining Talent - Future Trends in Employee Benefit Packages episode on Wednesday 5 April 2023. In this session, we looked at the future trends in employee and executive benefit packages. We also discussed recent reforms to pensions in Ireland and how these have impacted options available to employers when considering retirement benefit packages for employees. The webinar also focused on employee benefit plans, such as share option schemes and examined the role ...

Giving Your Club a Sporting Chance

December 19, 2023 12:53 - 55 minutes - 127 MB

We hosted our Giving Your Club a Sporting Chance - Effective Management of Sports Organisations session on Wednesday 29 November. In this episode, our speakers provide an update on best practices for governing sporting organisations. They cover top tips and common pitfalls and offered some practical insights on how to minimise risk and potential liabilities. They also gave a brief overview of recent and upcoming changes in the law that may impact the day-to-day operations of your sports orga...

Look Before You Leap - Recruiting and Managing School Staff

December 19, 2023 12:53 - 47 minutes - 110 MB

We hosted our Look before You Leap - Recruiting and Managing School Staff session on Monday 22 May. In this episode, our education team and IPPN’s Leadership Support Manager discussed the potential pitfalls of recruitment, contracts, dealing with underperformance, and possible disciplinary proceedings. They shared their experience of challenging scenarios where they have assisted numerous schools in navigating hazardous landscapes. Speakers: Jack Durkan, Leadership Support Manager, IPPN's ...

The Future of Food

November 28, 2023 16:27 - 1 hour - 176 MB

This episode of the Let's Talk Legal Podcast is an extract from our seminar looking at The Future of Food on Tuesday 10 October in Mason Hayes & Curran Offices. Our speakers discussed the key legal and business challenges facing the food and drink sector in the next few years.

Commercial Tenancies: Issues Arising at Termination

November 28, 2023 16:10 - 59 minutes - 135 MB

This episode of the Let's Talk Legal Podcast is an extract from our Built Environment: Commercial Tenancies - Issues Arising at Termination webinar on Tuesday 17 October. This webinar addressed dilapidation claims, renunciations and break clauses from both a practical and legal perspective. Our panelists discussed trends that they are seeing in the market and provided some practical examples, to include tips and common pitfalls. This webinar is of interest to those involved in the leasing o...

Financial Services Insights with Alastair Campbell

November 21, 2023 18:17 - 50 minutes - 115 MB

We hosted a very special in-person event with the highly-regarded commentator, Alastair Campbell, on Tuesday 24 October in the Round Room at the Mansion House. During the session, Alastair shared memorable insights and his unique perspectives into the world of politics and journalism. Alastair Campbell is a writer, communicator and strategist best known for his role as former British Prime Minister Tony Blair’s spokesman, press secretary and director of communications and strategy. Still ac...

Gambling Reform in Ireland: Introducing the New Legal and Regulatory Requirements

November 09, 2023 16:54 - 54 minutes - 124 MB

We recorded our Gambling Reform in Ireland: Introducing the New Legal and Regulatory Requirements episode on Wednesday 18 October. In this session, our speakers discussed the much-anticipated reform of gambling law in Ireland and delved into the comprehensive framework of new regulatory requirements that are set to reshape the gambling landscape. Our panel of experts also shed light on the intricacies of these reforms, addressing their potential impact on both industry stakeholders and the w...

DSA Series - Part 4: Transparency Obligations

November 09, 2023 00:00 - 6 minutes - 15.3 MB

We are approaching the one-year milestone of the Digital Services Act (DSA) coming into force in November 2022. This legislation has significantly reshaped the digital landscape in the EU, setting new standards and expectations for online platforms and services. To mark this anniversary, our new podcast series has been designed to provide clarity, insights, and an expert perspective on this landmark EU law.

DSA Series - Part 5: Geographical Scope

November 09, 2023 00:00 - 4 minutes - 9.47 MB

We are approaching the one-year milestone of the Digital Services Act (DSA) coming into force in November 2022. This legislation has significantly reshaped the digital landscape in the EU, setting new standards and expectations for online platforms and services. To mark this anniversary, our new podcast series has been designed to provide clarity, insights, and an expert perspective on this landmark EU law.

DSA Series - Part 3: Online Marketplaces

November 09, 2023 00:00 - 4 minutes - 11.4 MB

We are approaching the one-year milestone of the Digital Services Act (DSA) coming into force in November 2022. This legislation has significantly reshaped the digital landscape in the EU, setting new standards and expectations for online platforms and services. To mark this anniversary, our new podcast series has been designed to provide clarity, insights, and an expert perspective on this landmark EU law.

DSA Series - Part 2: Content Moderation

November 09, 2023 00:00 - 3 minutes - 9.12 MB

We are approaching the one-year milestone of the Digital Services Act (DSA) coming into force in November 2022. This legislation has significantly reshaped the digital landscape in the EU, setting new standards and expectations for online platforms and services. To mark this anniversary, our new podcast series has been designed to provide clarity, insights, and an expert perspective on this landmark EU law.

DSA Series - Part 1: Does The DSA Apply To Me?

November 09, 2023 00:00 - 3 minutes - 6.94 MB

We are approaching the one-year milestone of the Digital Services Act (DSA) coming into force in November 2022. This legislation has significantly reshaped the digital landscape in the EU, setting new standards and expectations for online platforms and services. To mark this anniversary, our new podcast series has been designed to provide clarity, insights, and an expert perspective on this landmark EU law.

Energy 2023: Panel 3 - Legal Review of Ireland’s Energy Transition

November 02, 2023 15:47 - 29 minutes - 68.3 MB

The Future of Energy Investment in Ireland ~ We held our annual Energy Conference in The Clayton Hotel, Cork City on Thursday 14 September from 10.30am - 3.00pm. The event, held in association with the Irish Examiner, focused on The Future of Energy Investment in Ireland.

The Future of Energy Investment in Ireland: Panel 3 - Legal Review of Ireland’s Energy Transition

November 02, 2023 15:47 - 29 minutes - 68.3 MB

We held our annual Energy Conference in The Clayton Hotel, Cork City on Thursday 14 September from 10.30am - 3.00pm. The event, held in association with the Irish Examiner, focused on The Future of Energy Investment in Ireland.

Energy 2023: Keynote Address - Simon Mundy

November 02, 2023 15:47 - 24 minutes - 56.4 MB

The Future of Energy Investment in Ireland ~ We held our annual Energy Conference in The Clayton Hotel, Cork City on Thursday 14 September from 10.30am - 3.00pm. The event, held in association with the Irish Examiner, focused on The Future of Energy Investment in Ireland.

The Future of Energy Investment in Ireland: Keynote Address - Simon Mundy

November 02, 2023 15:47 - 24 minutes - 56.4 MB

We held our annual Energy Conference in The Clayton Hotel, Cork City on Thursday 14 September from 10.30am - 3.00pm. The event, held in association with the Irish Examiner, focused on The Future of Energy Investment in Ireland.

Energy 2023: Panel 1 - Tackling Ireland's Energy Infrastructure Deficit

November 02, 2023 14:56 - 36 minutes - 83.2 MB

The Future of Energy Investment in Ireland ~ We held our annual Energy Conference in The Clayton Hotel, Cork City on Thursday 14 September from 10.30am - 3.00pm. The event, held in association with the Irish Examiner, focused on The Future of Energy Investment in Ireland.

Future of Energy Investment in Ireland: Panel 1 - Tackling Ireland's Energy Infrastructure Deficit

November 02, 2023 14:56 - 36 minutes - 83.2 MB

We held our annual Energy Conference in The Clayton Hotel, Cork City on Thursday 14 September from 10.30am - 3.00pm. The event, held in association with the Irish Examiner, focused on The Future of Energy Investment in Ireland.

Energy 2023: Panel 2 - The Opportunities and Challenges for Energy FDI in Ireland

November 02, 2023 14:56 - 36 minutes - 82.9 MB

The Future of Energy Investment in Ireland ~ We held our annual Energy Conference in The Clayton Hotel, Cork City on Thursday 14 September from 10.30am - 3.00pm. The event, held in association with the Irish Examiner, focused on The Future of Energy Investment in Ireland.

Future of Energy Investment: Panel 2 - The Opportunities and Challenges for Energy FDI in Ireland

November 02, 2023 14:56 - 36 minutes - 82.9 MB

We held our annual Energy Conference in The Clayton Hotel, Cork City on Thursday 14 September from 10.30am - 3.00pm. The event, held in association with the Irish Examiner, focused on The Future of Energy Investment in Ireland.

Energy 2023: Opening Address

November 02, 2023 14:56 - 26 minutes - 59.8 MB

The Future of Energy Investment in Ireland ~ We held our annual Energy Conference in The Clayton Hotel, Cork City on Thursday 14 September from 10.30am - 3.00pm. The event, held in association with the Irish Examiner, focused on The Future of Energy Investment in Ireland.

The Future of Energy Investment in Ireland: Opening Address

November 02, 2023 14:56 - 26 minutes - 59.8 MB

We held our annual Energy Conference in The Clayton Hotel, Cork City on Thursday 14 September from 10.30am - 3.00pm. The event, held in association with the Irish Examiner, focused on The Future of Energy Investment in Ireland.

Pensions & AI: Opportunities and Pitfalls

October 26, 2023 14:42 - 57 minutes - 131 MB

This episode of the Let's Talk Legal Podcast is entitled 'Pensions & AI - Opportunities and Pitfalls,' recorded on Thursday 7 September 2023. Our speakers discussed the possible future use of artificial intelligence systems in the Pensions Industry in Ireland. They also looked at potential opportunities and pitfalls that may exist using artificial intelligence. Speakers Included: Stephen Gillick, Partner and Head of Pensions, Mason Hayes & Curran Brian McElligott, Partner and Head of AI, M...

Data Privacy Masterclass | Panel 1: Key Trends in Data Privacy

October 19, 2023 13:48 - 32 minutes - 73.3 MB

This episode of the Let's Talk Legal Podcast is an extract from our Data Privacy In-House Counsel Masterclass in The Marker Hotel, Dublin, on Tuesday 30th May 2023. It’s been almost 5 years since the GDPR first applied. Since then we have seen consistent regulatory activity, as well as continued innovation around the use of personal data. New EU rules further tightening the use of data and technology are also on the horizon. Our specialist lawyers shared their knowledge of navigating through...

Data Privacy Masterclass | Panel 2: Security Breaches, Enforcement & Compliance

October 19, 2023 13:48 - 26 minutes - 59.9 MB

This episode of the Let's Talk Legal Podcast is an extract from our Data Privacy In-House Counsel Masterclass in The Marker Hotel, Dublin, on Tuesday 30th May 2023. It’s been almost 5 years since the GDPR first applied. Since then we have seen consistent regulatory activity, as well as continued innovation around the use of personal data. New EU rules further tightening the use of data and technology are also on the horizon. Our specialist lawyers shared their knowledge of navigating through...

Data Privacy Masterclass | Panel 3: Data Privacy for Employers

October 19, 2023 13:48 - 26 minutes - 61.6 MB

This episode of the Let's Talk Legal Podcast is an extract from our Data Privacy In-House Counsel Masterclass in The Marker Hotel, Dublin, on Tuesday 30th May 2023. It’s been almost 5 years since the GDPR first applied. Since then we have seen consistent regulatory activity, as well as continued innovation around the use of personal data. New EU rules further tightening the use of data and technology are also on the horizon. Our specialist lawyers shared their knowledge of navigating through...

MHC Lets Talk Legal - Vulnerable Persons Legislation

October 11, 2023 16:27 - 12 minutes - 16.6 MB

Partner, Sonya Bruen and Senior Associate, Katie Bermingham-Thomas Ireland’s new legal framework for assisted decision-making and protection of vulnerable persons. Sonya and Katie helpfully summarise what individuals, families and professionals need to know.

Employment Law Top Tips – Five Acts, Five Takeaways, Five Tips

September 28, 2023 17:02 - 48 minutes - 110 MB

We hosted our Employment Law Top Tips session on Wednesday 21 June entitled 'Five Acts, Five Takeaways, Five Tips'. Our speakers looked at five new pieces of employment law and gave advice and practical tips to ensure employers are in compliance with their new obligations. Listen to this podcast to hear some of the key takeaways from the event.

Real Estate Update: Part 2 - Ronan Lyons on Housing in the 2040s

March 30, 2023 08:43 - 33 minutes - 76.2 MB

We held our Real Estate Update with Ronan Lyons on 7 February. Ronan shared his outlook for the housing market and discussed how we can build a healthy housing system. We were also joined by speakers from our Construction and Planning teams, who provided updates on some of the key legal aspects. You can find this discussion in Part 1. Topics & Speakers: Housing in the 2040’s - Ronan Lyons, Associate Professor, Trinity College Dublin Views on the Draft Planning and Development Bill - Jay S...

Real Estate Update: Part 1 - Panel Discussion with Jay Sattin & Joanne McGilloway

March 30, 2023 08:38 - 23 minutes - 54 MB

We held our Real Estate Update with Ronan Lyons on 7 February. Ronan shared his outlook for the housing market and discussed how we can build a healthy housing system. Listen to our conversation with Ronan in Part 2. We were also joined by speakers from our Construction and Planning teams, who provided updates on some of the key legal aspects. Topics & Speakers: Housing in the 2040’s - Ronan Lyons, Associate Professor, Trinity College Dublin Views on the Draft Planning and Development Bil...

Financial Services Spring Briefing

March 30, 2023 08:34 - 1 hour - 163 MB

We hosted our annual Financial Services Spring Briefing via Zoom on Thursday 23 February. Our keynote speaker, Economist Seamus Coffey, former Chair of the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council, gave observations on the current status of the Irish economy and its likely performance in 2023. His informed commentary provided insight that is essential for strategic planning in the year ahead. We gave an overview of legal trends and developments in the Financial Services Sector, reviewed the main finan...

In-House Counsel Masterclass Webinar Series - Management CPD

February 15, 2023 19:03 - 57 minutes - 132 MB

We were delighted to host our In-House Counsel Management Masterclass on Thursday 10 November. At this webinar, Sean Weafer covered a range of skills and techniques to help influence and manage stakeholders. He focused on a number of areas including key language and questions that can be deployed, particularly in challenging situations. Speakers: Sean Weafer, International Coach, Trainer and Author Elizabeth Ryan, Partner, Mason Hayes & Curran LLP Declan Black, Managing Partner, Mason Hay...

Employment Law Top Tips

January 18, 2023 15:07 - 59 minutes - 137 MB

We hosted our Employment Law Top Tips webinar on Tuesday 15 November. At this webinar Melanie Crowley & Ger Connolly addressed the burning employment law queries and topics asked by our guests, such as probation period, paid leave, remote working, subject access requests, sick pay and retirement age. Speakers: Melanie Crowley, Partner and Head of Employment Law & Benefits, Mason Hayes & Curran LLP Ger Connolly, Partner, Mason Hayes & Curran LLP

AI in Healthcare in the EU: In Discussion with Koen Cobbaert

January 18, 2023 15:06 - 57 minutes - 132 MB

We hosted our AI in Healthcare in the EU webinar on Thursday 17 November. At this webinar James Gallagher, Partner on our Products Team discussed the use of AI in healthcare in the EU with Koen Cobbaert. Our speakers looked at the development and adoption of AI technologies across the healthcare sector, the current and future challenges faced by healthcare systems under strain, the opportunities for AI to offer solutions and add value in this space, as well as the potential impact of the dra...

In-House Counsel Masterclass Webinar Series - Regulatory CPD

January 18, 2023 15:04 - 1 hour - 202 MB

We hosted our final In-House Counsel Masterclasses for 2022 on the 23 November. At this virtual masterclass session, our speakers covered topics that fulfilled the 2-hour Regulatory CPD Requirement in accordance with the Law Society of Ireland CPD Scheme. Topics: Sophisticated Fraud – A cautionary Tale Losing Privilege Conflicts and Law Firms - What Clients Should Know Sanctions Speakers: Ger Connolly, Employment Partner, Mason Hayes & Curran Catherine Allen, Public, Regulatory & Investigat...

Real Estate, Planning and Development – Reflections & Predictions

January 18, 2023 15:02 - 54 minutes - 125 MB

We hosted our Real Estate, Planning and Development – Reflections & Predictions webinar on Wednesday 7 December. Ireland’s housing market has been experiencing a significant mismatch in supply and demand for some time now. We were delighted to be joined by guest speaker Pat Farrell, CEO, IIP, who focused on how we might break that cycle. We also considered key topics and trends including an overview of anticipated real estate legislative developments, with a focus on real estate tax updates ...

Financial Regulation: Prepare for the SEARing Heat

January 18, 2023 14:49 - 58 minutes - 135 MB

On Thursday 13 October we hosted a webinar on Financial Regulation: Prepare for the SEARing Heat. With the publication of the Central Bank (Individual Accountability Framework) Bill 2022, the scope for personal exposure and director/manager liability within Irish regulated financial firms will expand dramatically. At this webinar we explored this topic and help you prepare for Ireland’s senior executive accountability regime (SEAR). Our panel of MHC experts discussed the impact of the Bill ...

The Future of Property Conference: Housing and PRS - What does the Future Hold?

August 24, 2022 10:24 - 33 minutes - 75.6 MB

We held our Annual Future of Property Conference on Wednesday 18 May in The Shelbourne Hotel. Minister for Housing, Planning & Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O'Brien TD delivered a keynote address at the start of the conference. Vincent Wall moderated the event and we heard insights from Trinity lecturer and economist Ronan Lyons. Housing and PRS: What does the Future Hold? - Moderated by Jamie Fitzmaurice, Partner, Mason Hayes & Curran LLP Panellists: Orla Cleary, Director of Co...

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August 18, 2022 15:25 - 4 minutes - 9.6 MB

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MHC Law Podcast: Section 47 of the Child Care Act 1991

May 25, 2022 13:23 - 13 minutes - 18.4 MB

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MHC Let's Talk Legal Podcast - Investing in Tech: Current Fundraising Trends

November 22, 2021 16:33 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MB

In this episode of the Mason Hayes & Curran Let's Talk Legal Podcast, Corporate Partner Robert Dickson talks to Aine Kerr, Co-Founder of Kinzen and Alan Merriman, CEO of Elkstone. Our panellists discuss the current trends in fundraising, different ways in which fast growth companies can raise capital in the current market, and innovative funding solutions available to fast growth companies today. Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are to assist access to information and do not constitu...