Mason Hayes & Curran LLP

Our October newsletter highlights key developments shaping the business and regulatory landscape, along with some of our most-read insights. This month, our lawyers examine: • Extending DORA-style standards to non-ICT outsourcing: Why new guidelines risk increasing compliance costs for financial services • AI in the workplace: What employers need to know as the WRC takes on new supervisory powers. • A significant procurement ruling: How a €51 million contract dispute could influence future procurement challenges Our updates are designed to keep you ahead of the curve on the legal trends that matter to your business.

Choosing the right jurisdiction and legal advisor are key elements of success when establishing global investment structures. This video gives an insight into what our structured finance and tax lawyers have to the forefront of their minds when advising managers and investors on using Ireland to establish their investment platforms. A team of MHC’s finance and tax specialists will be at this years ABS East Conference in Miami (Sunday 18 - Wednesday 21 October). If you are also attending, and this is of interest to you, please reach out to me (Daragh O'Shea), Kevin Mangan, Micheál Grace, Conor Lynch or Eoin McCague, who will be happy to take you through the options for utilising Irish vehicles in financing transactions and structures.

Level up your legal career. Applications are closing soon for our three-week Summer Internship. From day one, you’ll be part of the team. You'll work alongside our lawyers on live client matters, supported by your mentors and buddy throughout. Who can apply? Undergraduates who have completed at least two years of any degree. Postgraduates, graduates, FE-1 candidates and career switchers are also welcome. Applying is simple. Submit your CV and cover letter at: https://bit.ly/4r88yWU #MHCLaw #MHCInternship #LegalCareer

Level up your legal career. Applications are closing soon for our three-week Summer Internship. From day one, you’ll be part of the team. You'll work alongside our lawyers on live client matters, supported by your mentors and buddy throughout. Who can apply? Undergraduates who have completed at least two years of any degree. Postgraduates, graduates, FE-1 candidates and career switchers are also welcome. Applying is simple. Submit your CV and cover letter at: https://bit.ly/4r88yWU #MHCLaw #MHCInternship #LegalCareer

Level up your legal career. Applications are closing soon for our three-week Summer Internship. From day one, you’ll be part of the team. You'll work alongside our lawyers on live client matters, supported by your mentors and buddy throughout. Who can apply? Undergraduates who have completed at least two years of any degree. Postgraduates, graduates, FE-1 candidates and career switchers are also welcome. Applying is simple. Submit your CV and cover letter at: https://bit.ly/4r88yWU #MHCLaw #MHCInternship #LegalCareer

Sustainability regulation is changing. Is your business ready? The sustainability regulatory landscape for products is evolving rapidly, bringing new obligations and compliance risks for businesses across a wide range of sectors. We’ll cover: - Greenwashing & the EmpCo/ECGT Directive - Sustainable communications & green claims - Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation - Digital Product Passports & Eco-Design Register now to understand the latest requirements and what they mean for your business. Join us on Thursday 22 October, 11:00am–12:00pm via Zoom. Register now: https://bit.ly/3TzHF1t #MHCLaw #SustainabilityRegulation