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Jul 2026

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Matheson’s primary focus is on serving the Irish legal needs of international companies and financial institutions doing business in and through Ireland. Our clients include over half of the Fortune 100 companies. We also advise 7 of the top 10 global technology brands and over half of the world’s 50 largest banks. We are headquartered in Dublin and also have offices in Cork, London, New York, Palo Alto and San Francisco. More than 860 people work across our six offices, including 122 partners and tax principals and over 560 legal, tax and digital services professionals.

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July 16, 202623 min

Episode three: the future of insurance

In this episode of Matheson Talk Insurtech Insights, James Grogan speaks with Tim Graham, CEO and Founder of Marrow (formerly Malcolm), about how AI is transforming the insurance customer journey. Tim explores the growing role of AI agents in helping consumers research, compare and purchase insurance, the regulatory and consumer protection challenges that come with this shift, and how insurers can prepare for a future where AI-powered assistants become a primary channel for customer engagement. The discussion also examines the opportunities for greater personalisation, improved customer outcomes and a fundamentally different approach to buying insurance.

July 9, 202619 min

Episode two: Ireland’s insurtech ecosystem

In this episode of Matheson Talk Insurtech Insights, James Grogan sits down with Gary Leyden, CEO of InsTech.ie, to explore the growth of Ireland's Insurtech ecosystem and its ambition to position Ireland as a global hub for insurance innovation. Gary discusses the role of startups, insurers, regulators and investors in driving innovation, the challenges and opportunities presented by AI, and why Ireland is uniquely placed to become a leader in Insurtech.

July 8, 202632 min

Behind the scenes of Ireland’s EU Presidency: insights from Rory Montgomery

Behind the scenes of Ireland’s EU Presidency: insights from Rory Montgomery by Matheson LLP, Irish Law Firm

July 1, 202630 min

Episode one: building an insurtech start-up (Kota)

In the first episode of Matheson Talks Insurtech Insights, James Grogan speaks with Luke Mackey, CEO and Co-Founder of Kota, to discuss building one of Ireland's fastest-growing Insurtech businesses. Luke shares his journey from entrepreneur to Insurtech founder, the challenges of building a technology-first business in a highly regulated industry, and how Kota is reshaping employee benefits through digital innovation. The discussion also explores scaling a start-up, fostering a high-performance culture, working with regulators and insurers, and the opportunities and challenges that AI presents for the insurance industry.

April 2, 202642 min

Matheson EU Presidency Podcast - The 28th Regime and EU Inc

In the first episode of Matheson’s EU Presidency Podcast, we discuss the EU’s 28th regime and EU Inc - the European Commission’s harmonised company form proposal aimed at transforming business across all Member States. The discussion also explores how Ireland can progress the regime during its EU Presidency, including potential national steps, coordination with EU institutions, and opportunities to shape implantation at Member State level.

February 4, 202634 min

Episode 70: (Part Two) Key Employment themes and trends for 2026

In this two-part episode of the Matheson Employment Law Podcast Series, Bryan Dunne, Head of Employment, is joined by senior associates Rachel Kenny, Jennifer Bassett, Colum Holland, Trina Dzidonu and Ciara Taggart to examine the key employment law changes and themes that will likely be across the desks of employers and HR professionals in 2026. In Part Two, Bryan, Trina, Colum, and Ciara discuss recent developments in global mobility and immigration, trends in whistleblowing, and the growing impact of AI on WRC litigation, workplace processes and employer compliance.

February 4, 202622 min

Episode 70: (Part One) Key Employment themes and trends for 2026

Series, Bryan Dunne, Head of Employment, is joined by senior associates Rachel Kenny, Jennifer Bassett, Colum Holland, Trina Dzidonu and Ciara Taggart to examine the key employment law changes and themes that will likely be across the desks of employers and HR professionals in 2026. In Part One, Bryan, Rachel and Jennifer discuss the Pay Transparency Directive and the evolving landscape around return to office practices, flexible working arrangements and managing poor performance.

January 28, 202617 min

Episode 69: AI in employment disputes - challenges for employers

In this episode of the Matheson Employment Law Podcast Series, Bryan Dunne, Head of Employment, is joined by partner Alice Duffy to examine the growing trend of employees using generative AI tools to draft workplace grievances, disciplinary responses and appeal submissions. The discussion explores the practical impact this is having on employers, recent WRC and Irish High Court decisions involving AI generated legal submissions, and the WRC’s new guidance on the responsible use of AI. Bryan and Alice also outline practical steps for employers in managing AI generated complaints, the risks for employers deploying AI within HR processes, and the implications of the EU AI Act for workplace decision making.

January 16, 202637 min

Episode 68: Navigating the new EWC Directive

In this latest episode of the Matheson Employment Law Podcast Series, Bryan Dunne, Head of Employment is joined by our newest partner, Rachel Barry, and senior associate, Colum Holland, to explore two significant developments for European Works Councils: the new EWC Directive and the landmark Irish High Court decision in the Verizon case. The discussion covers changes to EWC rights, enforcement, cost awards, and practical steps for employers preparing for legislative change.

November 12, 202535 min

Episode 67: Protected disclosures explained – by the WRC

In the latest episode of the Matheson Employment Law Podcast Series, Bryan Dunne, Head of Employment, explores a whistleblowing case in 'A Finance Manager V A Charity'. The decision offers valuable insights into how an Adjudication Officer assesses whether a communication qualifies as a protected disclosure, and crucially, how they determine if an employee has been penalised for making one. It also sets out some of the key principles from the main caselaw in this area for employers to be aware of when assessing whether a protected disclosure has been made and also how to successfully defend any consequent penalisation claims.