Pets in Divorce Proceedings: An Irish Family Law Perspective
The family dog is not just a pet anymore – they are part of the settlement negotiations.
Asylum Tribunal Lawyers Strike Over Pay Concerns, Highlighting Systemic Issues in Ireland’s Immigration Appeals Process
In January 2025, several part-time members of Ireland’s International Protection
Record-Breaking Immigration Law Conference Hosted by Irish Immigration Lawyers Association
The Irish Immigration Lawyers Association (IILA) successfully hosted its largest-ever
High Court Case Highlights Challenges in School Transport Provision for Children with Autism
A recent High Court case in Ireland has brought to light significant challenges faced by children with autism in accessing appropriate educational services.
The Evolution of Divorce Laws in Ireland: From Absolute Prohibition to Modern Reform
Divorce in Ireland has long been a complex and controversial issue, deeply rooted in the country’s religious and cultural heritage.
Resolution Reached in High Court Case on XL Bully Dog Regulations
In a significant development concerning animal welfare and public safety, a legal dispute over regulations permitting the seizure and euthanasia of XL Bully dogs in Ireland has been amicably resolved.
Is our child protection system under too much pressure?
Gareth Noble who is a solicitor specialising in child law; Niall Collins, Minister of State at the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation & Science; Rose Conway-Walsh, Sinn Féin TD for Mayo; Peadar Tóibín, Aontú leader and TD for Meath West
Immigration Lawyer Calls for Urgent Reform of Ireland’s ‘Ineffective’ Deportation System
Stephen Kirwan, Head of Immigration at KOD Lyons, Highlights Critical
KOD Lyons Commentary on Social Democrats’ Use of NDAs and Freedom of Expression – The Times
In recent discussions surrounding the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)
Deportation Flights To Begin By The End of The Year – Today With Claire Byrne
Stephen Kirwan, Partner, and Head of Immigration at KOD Lyons
In Gaza City, a father waited and hoped for a visa to see his kids in Ireland again. Then came the bombs.
The house collapsed on a Sunday when the bombs fell
Parents Of Children With Special Needs Taking Over 40 Cases Against Schools For Alleged Harm
More than 40 cases of alleged assaults, seclusion and restraint
Just one prosecution in four years for failing to produce passport on arrival in Ireland
Just one of the several thousand people who arrived in Ireland without a valid travel document in recent years faced related criminal charges.
Refugees from ‘safe’ countries must have their cases heard fairly, says immigration lawyer
Junior Minister Sean Fleming also said that people coming from countries deemed safe may have genuine reason to seek asylum.
ECHR right to shelter case will affect Irish policy
Stephen Kirwan explores the potential impact of the decision of the European Court of Human Rights in Camara v Belgium – specifically how it might affect the approach of the Irish authorities to the accommodation of international protection applicants.
When Announcing a New Restrictive Migration Policy in July, the Department of Justice Used Inaccurate Figures
In a press release on 18 July, the Department of Justice said that nearly 6,500 people had applied here for asylum between January 2021 and January 2022.
The Government Says It’s Bringing in Stricter Asylum Checks, but What Does that Mean?
Stephen Kirwan, Partner at KOD Lyons Solicitors speaks out about the government's asylum checks and the effects of bringing in different boarder procedures.
KOD Lyons promotes Katie Dowling to associate
KOD Lyons has promoted Katie Dowling to associate in the Dublin-based firm’s criminal law department.
National rollout of ‘unlawful’ school assessments halted
Gareth Noble, Partner at KOD Lyons Solicitors shares his concerns over pausing educational assessments for children with additional needs.
NCSE trying to ‘bounce’ legal obligations to children with disabilities onto principals
Gareth Noble, Partner at KOD Lyons Solicitors speaks out about leaving the National Council for Special Education (NCSE) very vulnerable, as they have been accused of attempting to 'bounce' its legal responsibilities and obligations to children with disabilities onto school principals.
Girl (5) with autism sues State over alleged failure to provide school transport
Nearest school with suitable place was 18km away and parents had to borrow car, court told
HSE denies assessment of need reviews are on hold
KOD Lyons Partner, Gareth Noble’s, recent tweet leads to a response by the Health Services Executive (HSE) saying that reviewing a child’s assessment of need is not on hold.
How Much Should Immigrants Rely on the Citizens Information Website?
Stephen Kirwan, Partner at KOD Lyons speaks out about the misinformation on immigration rules over the Internet saying that people are dissuaded from applying for citizenship.
For Ireland’s “Second-Class” Refugees, Travel to Other Countries in Europe Is Much More Difficult
Stephen Kirwan, Partner at KOD Lyons Solicitors speaks out on granting equal rights to programme refugees
