A&L Goodbody AudioLab

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A&L Goodbody AudioLab

A&L Goodbody is one of Ireland's leading corporate law firms. For over 100 years, our lawyers have been at the centre of corporate Ireland, advising some of the largest and most influential businesses at a domestic and international level. Our ALG Audiolab provides short soundbites of key in the moment insights across a range of practice areas within the firm.

  1. 138

    Use of GenAI in selling insurance: A tool or an insurance distributer?

    Laura Mulleady and Catherine Moloney from ALG’s Insurance & Reinsurance group, discuss the regulatory risks and opportunities of using generative AI in insurance sales within the developing EU distribution framework.

  2. 137

    Aircraft loan ABS

    Keith Mulhern, Aviation & Transport Finance partner, joins Sinéad O’Connor, Capital Markets – Debt partner, to discuss aviation loan ABS in the context of the structuring challenges these deals present for issuers and investors.

  3. 136

    CSRD and CSDDD update

    Jill Shaw, ESG and Sustainability Lead at ALG, outlines the latest amendments to the CSRD and CSDDD, explaining the revised thresholds, transition exemptions, and key timelines for Irish and non-EU businesses. A quick update on what the changes mean in practice.

  4. 135

    In conversation with our new partners - What planning developments are driving renewable electricity deployment in Ireland in 2026?

    Aisling O’Donoghue, Energy, Infrastructure & Natural Resources partner joins Brendan Curran, Environmental & Planning partner to explore three key environmental and planning trends driving renewable electricity deployment in Ireland in 2026.

  5. 134

    In conversation with our new partners - Geopolitical forces in contract law: An Irish and UK perspective

    Sanctions and contract law are becoming increasingly complex! In the latest episode of our 'In conversation with our new partners' podcast series, partners Hannah Shaw and Kate Harnett from A&L Goodbody's Disputes & Investigations group unpack exactly what this means for your contracts and how to stay ahead of the curve.

  6. 133

    In conversation with our new partners - Where financial regulation meets consumer law

    Louise Hogan, Financial Regulation Advisory partner joins Mairead O’Brien, Disputes & Investigations partner to discuss the Central Bank of Ireland's updated Consumer Protection Code from a litigation and consumer law perspective.

  7. 132

    Purpose built student accommodation: Examining the impact

    A&L Goodbody’s John Williams and Kerrie Fortune examine how Ireland’s new rent control system affects purpose built student accommodation for investors, developers and funders.

  8. 131

    Managing the transition: What you need to know

    A&L Goodbody’s Aoife Smyth and Gerard Carrigg discuss landlord classifications, new tenure and termination rules, the rent register and enhanced RTB, Revenue and SEAI information sharing under Ireland’s new rent controls.

  9. 130

    Setting the scene: Ireland’s new rent rules explained

    A&L Goodbody’s Aoife Smyth and David Fitzgerald outline Ireland’s new national rent control system, covering the shift to a single framework, new rent setting rules and when market resets apply.

  10. 129

    2026 Employment Law outlook: Essential insights for HR & employers

    ALG partners Michael Doyle and Triona Sugrue outline key employment law developments for 2026, including retirement, auto enrolment, pay transparency and the growing use of generative AI in workplace processes.

  11. 128

    Consumer law enforcement and upcoming administrative sanctions powers

    In this short podcast, Denise Daly Byrne and Mairead O'Brien, partners in ALG's Disputes & Investigations Group, break down the Government's proposals to empower the CCPC to impose fines directly for breaches of consumer protection legislation.

  12. 127

    In conversation with our new partners - What do Irish lenders need to know about the revised Consumer Credit Directive (CCD2)?

    Financial Regulation Advisory partners Eimear O'Brien and Louise Hogan discuss CCD2 and its impact on Irish lenders’ including: expanded regulatory scope, enhanced creditworthiness assessment requirements, tighter rules on advertising and disclosures.

  13. 126

    Let's Talk: What I wish I knew before starting my traineeship

    Our Northern Ireland trainees, Rachel and David, explore the various pathways to qualification in NI, the mentoring and support available within the firm, and the key skills that help trainees succeed.

  14. 125

    In conversation with our new partners - Ireland’s tax landscape in 2026: What’s on the Horizon

    Tax partners Trevor Glavey and Stephen Egan unpack the key tax developments you need to have on your radar for 2026 including: proposed changes to Ireland's interest regime; the implementation of the OECD's Pillar 2 side-by-side package; proposed changes to the Tax Appeals Commission and transfer pricing trends.

  15. 124

    Let's Talk: The Summer Internship spotlight

    Graduate Talent Partner Brian O’Malley and former intern Tara Hodgins discuss what you can expect from our Summer Internship Programme and why the programme could be the right fit for you.

  16. 123

    Performance management in practice

    In our latest podcast, Chris Ryan and Emer Murphy, Senior Associates from our Employment team, discuss practical performance management from probation through to post‑12 months’ service, including when and how to use PIPs and how to avoid common procedural pitfalls. They explore setting clear expectations, building a paper trail and the importance of separating a genuine PIP from any exit‑package discussions that might arise.

  17. 122

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - December 2025

    Listen to a summary of our December 2025 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  18. 121

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - November 2025

    Listen to a summary of our November 2025 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  19. 120

    ESG research report series | Part 1 – Climate transition plans 101

    In this podcast, Kristen Read joins Jill Shaw to discuss climate transition plans, why they are important for businesses and how businesses can get started (if they don’t have one already).

  20. 119

    ESG research report series | Part 2 – Let’s talk about greenwashing

    In this podcast Denise Daly Byrne talks to Jill Shaw about greenwashing, the practice of making misleading environmental claims from a consumer law perspective, and how it is a growing concern for businesses and regulators alike.

  21. 118

    ESG research report series | Part 4 – ESG due diligence – are businesses asking the right (or any) questions?

    In the fourth and final part of our ESG research report series, we focus on ESG due diligence in the context of corporate and M&A transactions.

  22. 117

    ESG research report series | Part 3 – ESG risks, disclosures and regulatory engagement

    In part three of our ESG research report series, we turn our attention to the financial services sector.

  23. 116

    Let's Talk: Ask a trainee - Questions on our Trainee Programme

    Trainees Eoin Doyle and Emma Rowe answer your most popular questions about the Trainee Solicitor Programme. From the training contract structure and professional development opportunities, to firm culture and benefits, they share their honest insights and personal experiences.

  24. 115

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - October 2025

    Listen to a summary of our October 2025 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  25. 114

    Let’s Talk: Ask us anything – applications and interview edition

    Graduate Recruitment Manager Finola, and Campus Ambassador Ayman, share what we really look for, common pitfalls to avoid, and how to make your application stand out.

  26. 113

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - September 2025

    Listen to a summary of our September 2025 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  27. 112

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - August 2025

    Listen to a summary of our August 2025 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  28. 111

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - July 2025

    Listen to a summary of our July 2025 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  29. 110

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - June 2025

    Listen to a summary of our June 2025 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  30. 109

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - May 2025

    Listen to a summary of our May 2025 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  31. 108

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - April 2025

    Listen to a summary of our April 2025 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  32. 107

    Navigating the new era of consumer law enforcement in Ireland

    This podcast discusses the recent surge in consumer law enforcement activities, both domestically by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) and at the EU level through the Consumer Protection Cooperation Network. It provides insights into emerging areas of focus, dissects enforcement statistics, and forecasts the future regulatory landscape.

  33. 106

    Keep pace with the evolving landscape

    Jill Shaw, ESG & Sustainability Lead, shares a high level summary of our recently launched ESG research report: keep pace with the evolving landscape, along with key highlights.

  34. 105

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - March 2025

    Listen to a summary of our March 2025 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  35. 104

    The ever-evolving industrial relations landscape in Ireland

    Duncan Inverarity, Employment partner and Triona Sugrue, Employment knowledge consultant delve into the evolving industrial relations landscape in Ireland in our latest podcast.

  36. 103

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - February 2025

    Listen to a summary of our February 2025 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  37. 102

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - January 2025

    Listen to a summary of our January 2025 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  38. 101

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - December 2024

    Listen to a summary of our December 2024 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  39. 100

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - November 2024

    Listen to a summary of our November 2024 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  40. 99

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - October 2024

    Listen to a summary of our October 2024 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  41. 98

    Latest trends and updates in employment law for employers and HR professionals

    Michael Doyle, Head of Employment and Triona Sugrue, Knowledge Consultant discuss the first WRC decision on the right to request remote working and what it will mean for employers as well as the latest trends and updates in employment law for employers and HR professionals in this podcast.

  42. 97

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - September 2024

    Listen to a summary of our September 2024 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  43. 96

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - August 2024

    Listen to a summary of our August 2024 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  44. 95

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - July 2024

    Listen to a summary of our July 2024 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  45. 94

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - June 2024

    Listen to a summary of our June 2024 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  46. 93

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - May 2024

    Listen to a summary of our May 2024 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  47. 92

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - April 2024

    Listen to a summary of our April 2024 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  48. 91

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - March 2024

    Listen to a summary of our March 2024 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  49. 90

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - February 2024

    Listen to a summary of our February 2024 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

  50. 89

    Asset Management & Investment Funds - Monthly update - January 2024

    Listen to a summary of our January 2024 monthly Asset Management & Investment Funds bulletin. Our team keep you up to date on regulatory developments, providing a unique update on Irish and EU legal and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

A&L Goodbody is one of Ireland's leading corporate law firms. For over 100 years, our lawyers have been at the centre of corporate Ireland, advising some of the largest and most influential businesses at a domestic and international level. Our ALG Audiolab provides short soundbites of key in the moment insights across a range of practice areas within the firm.

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