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What Makes A Good Judge?, Brian M. Barry
What Makes A Good Judge?, Brian M. Barry
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This article overviews research demonstrating the factors beyond the law that can affect judicial decision-making.
Reframing The Mediation Debate In Irish All-Issues Divorce Disputes: From Mediation Vs. Litigation To Mediation And Litigation, Deirdre Mcgowan
Reframing The Mediation Debate In Irish All-Issues Divorce Disputes: From Mediation Vs. Litigation To Mediation And Litigation, Deirdre Mcgowan
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Mediation currently plays a minor role in the Irish family justice system, yet a policy consensus exists that more couples should be encouraged to mediate and that increased rates of mediation will reduce the numbers seeking redress through the courts. The recently published Mediation Act 2017 adopts this position, assuming that the provision of information on mediation will increase uptake and that mediation offers an alternative to litigation for most civil disputes. This article reviews attempts in Ireland, England and Wales to encourage family disputants to mediate, identifying weaknesses in the information strategy. It also examines the legal framework governing …
Supreme Court Case Has Implications For Abortion Referendum, Brian M. Barry
Supreme Court Case Has Implications For Abortion Referendum, Brian M. Barry
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This article details the possible consequences of an important Supreme Court case on the 8th Amendment of the Irish Constitution, centring on the interpretation of the right to life of the unborn.