The Irish Times view on legal costs: a system built for the wealthy few
A decision on reforming costs must be informed above all by the needs of those who must use the court system rather than those who work in it
A decision on reforming costs must be informed above all by the needs of those who must use the court system rather than those who work in it
Late High Court justice believed purpose of law is ‘to treat everyone fairly and ensure voice of everyone is heard’
Situation in US shows what happens when legal system becomes disconnected, says Donal O’Donnell
Legal firms suggesting judges as mediators for ‘more lucrative’ mediations, say barristers
Dismissal of charges against four men in Golfgate case has brought little clarity
Constitutional law expert represented State in opposing Graham Dwyer data case
Clarke will be barred from appearing before all Irish courts under Bar Council rules
Donal O’Donnell addresses Immigration, Asylum & Citizenship Bar Association conference
Issues over member states recognition of primacy of EU law ’must be addressed’, Frank Clarke says
Two men who faced being sent to Britain challenged lawfulness of arrangements
Legal advice body says move will increase public confidence in the judicial process
Public perception of O’Connell influenced as much by folklore, mythology as by history
Donal O’Donnell described as a cautious innovator and a ‘rock of common sense’
Angela Denning tells conference much of technology being used not fit for purpose
Minorities, marginalised groups run a real risk of having less effective access to justice
Court previously found decision to dismiss Patrick J Kelly should be quashed
European Court of Justice hears submissions from 14 EU states on aspect of data law
Ruling could have impact on killer’s bid to overturn conviction for murder of Elaine O’Hara
Independent Parole Board now responsible for decisions after enactment of legislation
The work of the Judicial Council can enhance consistency and transparency
Denis Egan to take early retirement in September after almost 20 years in the post
Independent TD Noel Grealish and former Fianna Fáil senator Donie Cassidy face charges
New guidelines on judges’ conduct and discipline cannot come soon enough
Framework for judicial conduct to pave way for new disciplinary regime for judges
To delay further ‘long-fingers an existential crisis’, warns Climate Case Ireland
Chief executive Eilis Barry highlights concerns over lack of legal aid in employment cases
Climate Case Ireland has urged politicians to act observation by Chief Justice
Social media has completely altered public affairs, Bar Council conference hears
Ex-Law Society president Stuart Gilhooly and child protection expert Geoffrey Shannon recognised
Séamus Ludlow was murdered in 1976 in a ‘a random, sectarian killing’, a judge has said
Observers cite brilliant intellect and creativity of Donal O’Donnell, and willingness to act
Mr Justice Kevin Cross spoke against the proposals at key Judicial Council meeting
Procedures approved to appoint chief justice to succeed Frank Clarke
Waiting time for appeal hearing down to 14 weeks but Chief Justice warns reduction could be short-lived
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How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
Inquests into the nightclub fire that led to the deaths of 48 people
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