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As we move into the second half of 2024, we are revisiting some of our #MostRead posts over the last six months. This briefing provides an overview and summary of several of the key data protection judgments from the Court of Justice of the European Union in 2023. The judgments consider issues including compensation under the GDPR, the right of access to personal data and independence of data protection officers. To read this briefing, click here: https://lnkd.in/ebqt_BJx To watch our CJEU series, click here: https://lnkd.in/ev5YDwjv #CJEU

This year's Construction Industry Federation (CIF) Annual Conference, sponsored by Arthur Cox, will take place on 24 September 2024 in Croke Park, Dublin. The conference aims to delve into the pivotal role of the construction industry in shaping a burgeoning nation and its capacity to escalate Ireland's growth. Karen Killoran, Partner, Construction and Engineering, Arthur Cox LLP will join Ivan Yates, Chairman of the Construction Industry Federation for a fireside chat, to discuss "Legal and Regulatory Developments for the Construction Industry". For more, please click here: https://lnkd.in/ejZhHGRa #CIFConference2024 #Construction

We are pleased to be advising CPA Ireland on its amalgamation with Chartered Accountants Ireland by way of scheme of arrangement under Part 9 of the Companies Act 2014. The Arthur Cox team is led by Maeve Moran and Lesley-Ann Perera (Corporate and M&A) and supported by Colm Honan and Emma Mintern (Corporate and M&A), Conall O'Shaughnessy, Dáire McMullin and Niamh F. (Litigation), Louise O'Byrne and Ciara Mc Dermott (Employment), and Imelda Shiels and Caití Connolly (Finance). For more please click here: https://lnkd.in/eBmuauk2 #CompaniesAct2014

We are sponsoring the Environment Ireland Conference 2024, taking place on 17 October in Croke Park. The conference will host a series of dedicated sessions that will spotlight the urgent environmental challenges within Ireland and beyond. For over 20 years, the conference has been the leading forum on environmental policy and management. Danielle Conaghan, Partner and Head of our Environment and Planning Group, will also speak at the conference. To learn more about the conference, click here: https://lnkd.in/dMkwm9Nn #Environment #Planning

In our ongoing “Career Journeys” series, Stephen Kennelly, IT Helpdesk Manager, shares his career milestones and valuable insights. Stephen reflects on the dynamic changes he’s witnessed throughout his journey, including the transition to flexible work arrangements. He also discusses the pivotal role mentorship has played in shaping his professional growth. Watch the full video series here: https://lnkd.in/e3Cv2m32 #lawfirm #careers

From 8 – 15 September, The Rising 2024 will take place. This is a fundraising challenge organised by one of our three charity partners, A Lust For Life, the youth mental health charity. The challenge includes a 320 km kayak of the Shannon, followed by a 120 km cycle from Limerick to Killarney, and culminates in a climb up Ireland’s highest peak, Carrauntoohil. For more information, to sign up or to donate, please click here: https://lnkd.in/etUVX5gj #TheRising2024

We are pleased to announce that we have been shortlisted for the FT Live Innovative Lawyers Awards 2024. Our Cyber Incident Management Service has been shortlisted in the "Innovation in Data-Enhanced Knowledge" category. The FT Innovative Lawyers Awards Europe 2024 is hosted by Financial Times and RSGI, and celebrates legal innovation within the European legal industry. General counsel, law firm leaders, and legal service providers gather to recognise outstanding lawyers who use influence and creative problem-solving to guide clients toward agile, sustainable outcomes. The awards event takes place on 12 September 2024 at the Natural History Museum, London. For more on the shortlist, click here: https://lnkd.in/gDwxFQHX #FTAwards2024 #Cyber

We are sponsoring the 8th Annual European Compliance and Legal Conference, taking place in London from 23 – 24 September and hosted by the AFME (Association for Financial Markets in Europe), the voice of Europe’s wholesale financial markets. Robert Cain, Partner and Head of Financial Regulation, will be moderating the General Counsel's Discussion, which will focus on: 💶 Legal perspectives on the key challenges facing banks in the EU 📝 Priorities for 2025 and beyond ⚖ How the legal function is changing from a skills, risk and technology perspective For more please click here: https://lnkd.in/ejrtGcpn #FinancialRegulation

Our Monthly Highlights newsletter for June is out now, including: 📣 IAF and SEAR 📣 The DPC 2023 Annual Report 📣 More from our "Career Journeys in Arthur Cox" video series To read more, click below 👇

More from our Head of ESG Sarah Thompson in the Legal Business Magazine annual ESG Report, discussing the current state of Irish and EU legislation in relation to ESG matters. In particular, Sarah discusses how many of the legislative measures in the past have focused on the "E" of ESG, but more recently there has been significant legislative and policy initiatives in relation to both the "S" and the "G", namely social and governance issues. To read more, click here: https://lnkd.in/eu4Pn5Jn #ESG #legalupdates #environmental #social #governance