Reasonable, But Fair?
Imagine this: You’re called into a cold meeting room on campus. It’s not a court, there’s no judge, the ‘jury’ is a panel of professors you’ve never met, with a…
A Union by the Students, For the Students – But Not in Law
Most students should see their Students’ Union as the loudest voice on campus. It’s the body that fights for cheaper accommodation, campaigns against rising fees, organises last-minute protests and creates…
Ireland Just Handed Landlords a Gift and Called it Reform
When Jonathon Corrie died just meters away from Leinster House, the country went into a state of shock. His death became a stark symbol of a housing system in crisis,…
‘For You Page’ on trial – Can the Algorithm Be Your Defence?
It is a well-known fact that after just a few minutes on TikTok, you can find yourself deep diving down a personalised rabbit hole, whether that’s dance trends, political debates,…
Justice on Paper: How Irish Law Falls Short for Victims of Sexual Abuse
In recent weeks, the case of the UCD medicine student who had images of her shared in class group chats and circulated with staff following a sexual assault has not…
Economic Barriers to the Bar: An Interview with Rebecca Hanratty, Barrister and Former DEIS Student
The Irish Independent’s 2025 feeder schools data revealed that 59% of students from DEIS schools progressed to third-level education, a drop from 64% in 2024. This finding contrasts sharply with…
‘What, Like It’s Hard?’ Overcoming Lawyer Stereotypes to Shape the Future of our Legal Profession
As a law student — and a UCD one — it’s hard to ignore how lawyers are portrayed in the media. To be honest, it’s probably one of the reasons…
Adjunct Professor of Law at UCD Sutherland School Receives Presidential Distinguished Service Award
Human Rights lawyer and current Adjunct Professor of Law, at UCD Sutherland School of Law Caoilfhionn Gallagher KC has been awarded a Presidential Distinguished Service Award in recognition of her…
Walking the Plank for Sports? Piracy and “Dodgy Boxes” Beware!
Picture the scene, you’re 10 years old and you just sat down in front of the television. You open the DVD player, stick in your favourite movie and press “Play”.…
Supreme Court Deliver Important Decision on Domino’s Drivers
Recently, there has been much talk about Domino’s Pizza and the Supreme Court, two institutions which rarely go hand in hand. Last month, however, the Supreme Court delivered a highly…
UCD Sutherland School of Law Appoint 5 New Adjunct Professors
UCD Sutherland School of Law have announced the appointment of five Adjunct Professors. According to UCD, adjunct appointees “are individuals whose appointment to the University will enhance the teaching or…
Budget Overturns 10% Cut to Legal Aid Fees Following Criminal Barrister Strikes
Following unprecedented strike action by criminal barristers recently over the failure by the government to reverse longstanding pay issues, the recent budget contained a measure to overturn the 10% cuts…