Posted March 28, 2012
A European Commission-funded study on the protection of the rights of posted workers, on which Dr Doherty acted as the National Expert for Ireland, has been published.
Posted March 23, 2012
Event Begins: Wed March 28, 2012 - 8:00pm
The Inaugural DCU Moot Court Grand Final will take place on Wednesday next, March 28th from 7-9pm in The Gallery on the top floor of The Helix Theatre on the DCU campus. This prestigious event will see four of the top mooters from the BA in Economics, Politics and Law take on four of the top mooters from BCL (Law and Society) in a fierce battle for the glory and honour of either degree!! The event is kindly sponsored by Matheson Ormsby Prentice solicitors. The "court" will be presided over by the Honourable Mr Justice John Hedigan of the High Court along with Dr Adam McAuley and Majella Twomey BL. The problem question relates to criminal law and touches on a number of significant issues including common design, duress, causation and the right to a fair trial. This promises to be an excellent night and all are welcome to attend. Pre-registration (for catering purposes) is requested. To do so please email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Posted March 13, 2012
The School of Law and Government at Dublin City University is a research active school with world-class faculty willing to supervise research students on topics in their areas of specialism. We invite applicants for PhD research in any area of law to apply for studentships worth up to €15,000 plus fees.
Posted January 23, 2012
As part of its continuing development, the School of Law and Government in Dublin City University intends to appoint a Professor in Law. The appointment will commence on 1 September 2012. This is a new appointment and is an indication of a firm commitment by the university to the development of law at DCU. Successful candidates will be expected to make a significant contribution to both excellence in teaching and to the research profile of the School. They will be personally committed to high quality research and publication in well-regarded, international academic peer-reviewed journals and will also be expected to play a role in leading collective research teams and in attracting externally funded research projects. The university is committed to high quality research and supports its staff in such work. For further information see www.dcu.ie/hr/vacancies/current.shtml
Posted December 22, 2011
Event Begins: Thu December 22, 2011 - 3:57pm
The DCU Socio-Legal Studies Review is accepting submissions for its inaugural volume. The review is a peer-reviewed law journal, which focuses on socio-legal scholarly work, both national and international. This is the only such review in Ireland, and represents a unique platform for work by scholars and practitioners in this area.