Ireland Case Commentaries

High Court Upholds Strict Procedural Deadlines and Validity of Deportation Order in X v. Minister for Justice and Equality

Date: Jan 23, 2021

High Court Upholds Strict Procedural Deadlines and Validity of Deportation Order in X v. Minister for Justice and Equality Introduction In the case of X v. The Minister for Justice and Equality, the...

Strict Compliance with Judicial Review Time Limits in Planning Law: O'Riordan v An Bord Pleanála

Date: Jan 22, 2021

Strict Compliance with Judicial Review Time Limits in Planning Law: O'Riordan v An Bord Pleanála Introduction The case of O'Riordan v An Bord Pleanála (Approved) (Rev1) ([2021] IEHC 1) centers around...

Joinder of a Successor Mortgagee in Possession Proceedings: A Comprehensive Analysis of Permanent TSB PLC v. Morrissey [2021] IEHC 18

Date: Jan 22, 2021

Joinder of a Successor Mortgagee in Possession Proceedings: A Comprehensive Analysis of Permanent TSB PLC v. Morrissey [2021] IEHC 18 Introduction The case of Permanent TSB PLC (Formerly Irish Life &...

Reinforcing Credibility in Judicial Review of International Protection Claims: LP v. IPAT [2021] IEHC 35

Date: Jan 22, 2021

Reinforcing Credibility in Judicial Review of International Protection Claims: LP v. IPAT [2021] IEHC 35 Introduction LP v. The International Protection Appeals Tribunal & Anor (Approved) [2021] IEHC...

High Court Affirms European Arrest Warrant Surrender Under s.45 with Legal Representation

Date: Jan 22, 2021

High Court Affirms European Arrest Warrant Surrender Under s.45 with Legal Representation Introduction The case of Minister for Justice and Equality v. M.B. (Approved) ([2021] IEHC 50) addressed...

Enforcing Procedural Compliance: Insights from Greenwich Product Holdings Ltd v. Cronin [2021] IEHC 33

Date: Jan 21, 2021

Enforcing Procedural Compliance: Insights from Greenwich Product Holdings Ltd v. Cronin [2021] IEHC 33 Introduction The case of Greenwich Product Holdings Ltd v. Cronin ([2021] IEHC 33) adjudicated...

Establishing Surrender Criteria under the European Arrest Warrant Act: Minister for Justice and Equality v. Stryczek (2021)

Date: Jan 21, 2021

Establishing Surrender Criteria under the European Arrest Warrant Act: Minister for Justice and Equality v. Stryczek (2021) Introduction The case of Minister for Justice and Equality v. Stryczek...

Cave Projects Ltd v. Gilhooley & ors: High Court Affirms Rigorous Standards for Strike Out Applications

Date: Jan 21, 2021

Cave Projects Ltd v. Gilhooley & ors: High Court Affirms Rigorous Standards for Strike Out Applications Introduction Cave Projects Ltd v. Gilhooley & ors ([2021] IEHC 181) is a significant judgment...

Assessment of Solicitor’s General Instructions Fee in Antecki v. Motor Insurers Bureau of Ireland [2021] IEHC 15

Date: Jan 21, 2021

Assessment of Solicitor’s General Instructions Fee in Antecki v. Motor Insurers Bureau of Ireland [2021] IEHC 15 Introduction In the case of Kacper Antecki v. The Motor Insurers Bureau of Ireland &...

Expanding the Test for Dependency under the Citizens’ Rights Directive: Dar v. Minister for Justice and Equality

Date: Jan 20, 2021

Expanding the Test for Dependency under the Citizens’ Rights Directive: Dar v. Minister for Justice and Equality Introduction Ahmed Dar v. Minister for Justice and Equality ([2021] IEHC 17) is a...

Determining Cost Orders in Moot Judicial Review Cases: Insights from PM v. The Minister for Justice [2021] IEHC 29

Date: Jan 20, 2021

Determining Cost Orders in Moot Judicial Review Cases: Insights from PM v. The Minister for Justice [2021] IEHC 29 Introduction The case of PM v. The Minister for Justice (Approved) [2021] IEHC 29...

Supersession of International Protection Recommendations: A v IPAT [2021] IEHC 25 Establishes Strict Adherence to Procedural Timelines

Date: Jan 20, 2021

Supersession of International Protection Recommendations: A v IPAT [2021] IEHC 25 Establishes Strict Adherence to Procedural Timelines Introduction The High Court of Ireland delivered a landmark...

Protective Role of Cross-Examination in Summary Judgment Proceedings: AIB PLC v O'Callaghan & Ors [2021] IEHC 14

Date: Jan 19, 2021

Protective Role of Cross-Examination in Summary Judgment Proceedings: AIB PLC v O'Callaghan & Ors [2021] IEHC 14 Introduction The case Allied Irish Banks PLC v. O'Callaghan & Ors (Approved) ([2021]...

Reaffirmation of Arguability Standard in Judicial Review: High Court Upholds Denial of Leave in Kenny v. Roscommon County Council (Approved) [2021] IEHC 24

Date: Jan 19, 2021

Reaffirmation of Arguability Standard in Judicial Review: High Court Upholds Denial of Leave in Kenny v. Roscommon County Council (Approved) [2021] IEHC 24 Introduction The case of Kenny v. Roscommon...

Enhancing Surrender Procedures Under the European Arrest Warrant Act: Insights from Minister for Justice and Equality v. Sciuka [2021] IEHC 31

Date: Jan 19, 2021

Enhancing Surrender Procedures Under the European Arrest Warrant Act: Insights from Minister for Justice and Equality v. Sciuka [2021] IEHC 31 Introduction The case of Minister for Justice and...

Unenforceable Verbal Leases Do Not Challenge Receiver Appointment: Analysis of Fennell v. Gilroy & Ors [2021] IEHC 7

Date: Jan 16, 2021

Unenforceable Verbal Leases Do Not Challenge Receiver Appointment: Analysis of Fennell v. Gilroy & Ors [2021] IEHC 7 Introduction The case of Fennell v. Gilroy & Ors [2021] IEHC 7 was adjudicated in...

Compliance with the Water Framework Directive Critical in Water Abstraction Permissions: Sweetman v. An Bord Pleanála & Anor [2021] IEHC 16

Date: Jan 16, 2021

Compliance with the Water Framework Directive Critical in Water Abstraction Permissions: Sweetman v. An Bord Pleanála & Anor [2021] IEHC 16 Introduction The case of Sweetman v. An Bord Pleanála &...

No Reasonable Fear of Persecution: R.F.H v. The Minister for Justice and Equality & Anor (2021)

Date: Jan 16, 2021

No Reasonable Fear of Persecution: R.F.H v. The Minister for Justice and Equality & Anor (2021) Introduction The case of R.F.H v. The Minister for Justice and Equality & Anor ([2021] IEHC 26)...

Interpretation of "All Sums Due" in Charges: Establishing Limits to Secured Liabilities

Date: Jan 16, 2021

Interpretation of "All Sums Due" in Charges: Establishing Limits to Secured Liabilities Introduction The case of Sammon & Anor v. Tyrrell & Anor (Approved) ([2021] IEHC 6) adjudicated by the High...

Determination of Turnover Rent in Lease Agreements: Gannon v. Parkfly Ltd & Anor [2021] IEHC 36

Date: Jan 16, 2021

Determination of Turnover Rent in Lease Agreements: Gannon v. Parkfly Ltd & Anor [2021] IEHC 36 Introduction The case of Gannon v. Parkfly Ltd & Anor is a significant judgment delivered by the High...