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Education

Our dedicated team of Education lawyers is unique in Ireland and we provide tailored advice on every conceivable aspect of law in this sector.  Clients include primary schools, secondary schools, universities, technology institutes and other third level colleges and educational establishments. 

We understand the specific needs of boards of management, patrons and sponsors and the relationship between schools or other establishments and the State.

Our ability and experience in understanding the particular needs of the educational community and ingrained knowledge of the related legal environment means we cut through to the real issues straightaway.  Our services include:

  • Employment contracts and disputes
  • Equality and disability issues
  • Enrolment issues
  • Disciplinary proceedings/employment litigation
  • Governance, structures and finance
  • Health and safety legislation
  • Preparation of policy documents
  • Student conduct issues

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Legal 500, 2010

A recent development for the group was the addition of employment expertise within the education and healthcare sectors, following a merger with Arthur O'Hagan. The education and healthcare team, headed by Ian O'Herlihy, acts for all the main education management associations, and for individual institutions and a number of voluntary hospitals.

Should you wish to find out more about how we can assist you and your business please contact one of the team members listed.

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  • Ireland

    t +353 1 614 5000
    f +353 1 614 5001
    e mail@mhc.ie

    South Bank House,
    Barrow Street,
    Dublin 4 Ireland.

  • UK

    t +44 20 3178 3366
    f +44 20 3178 3367
    e mail@mhcldn.com

    60 Lombard Street,
    London EC3V 9EA,
    UK.

  • USA

    t +1 212 786 7376
    f +1 212 786 7316
    e mail@mhcny.com

    330 Madison Avenue,6th Floor,
    New York NY 10017 ,
    USA.