Late High Court justice believed purpose of law is ‘to treat everyone fairly and ensure voice of everyone is heard’
Mary Irvine angered barristers with guidelines slashing minor personal injury awards
Donal O’Donnell launches programme to mark impact of 1922 on Irish legal system
Situation in US shows what happens when legal system becomes disconnected, says Donal O’Donnell
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Court says environmental directive should not be ‘conscripted’ into fight against climate change
An Taisce has appealed order upholding permission for €140m factory
An Taisce argues milk production is ‘significant indirect effect’ of development
Move has potentially significant implications for borrowers seeking to defend claims against them on grounds they are ‘consumers’
Legal advice body says move will increase public confidence in the judicial process
Donal O’Donnell described as a cautious innovator and a ‘rock of common sense’
Retired chief justice Frank Clarke on his life in law: 'I think I found the hole that suited my peg'
The outgoing chief justice was the first member of his family to go to university
Cabinet also to consider changes to legislation on freedom of information
Observers cite brilliant intellect and creativity of Donal O’Donnell, and willingness to act
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