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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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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.

June 11, 202512 min

Revised Consumer Protection Code Series - Impact on Fintechs

In this episode of Matheson Talks Financial Regulation, Ian O’Mara partner in the Financial Institutions Group joins Claire Scannell, professional support lawyer to discuss the impact of the revised Consumer Protection Code from on fintechs.

June 11, 20255 min

Revised Consumer Protection Code Series - Impact on Fund Management companies

In this episode of Matheson Talks Financial Regulation, Niamh Mulholland partner in the Financial Institutions Group joins Claire Scannell, professional support lawyer to discuss the impact of the revised Consumer Protection Code on fund management companies.

June 11, 202513 min

Revised Consumer Protection Code Series - Frauds and Scams in Vulnerable Circumstances

In this episode of Matheson Talks Financial Regulation, Ian O’Mara partner in the Financial Institutions Group joins Claire Scannell, professional support lawyer to discuss the treatment of frauds and scams and customers in vulnerable circumstances under the revised Consumer Protection Code.

June 11, 202514 min

Revised Consumer Protection Code Series - Overview

In this episode of Matheson Talks Financial Regulation, Niamh Mulholland and Ian O’Mara partners in the Financial Institutions Group join Claire Scannell, professional support lawyer to discuss the background to the revised Consumer Protection Code, the key changes and clarifications to the final code following the consultation period, and the requirements around implementation.