The Irish Corporate Law Forum is an independent members-based organisation which aims to promote the discussion of legal issues of practical and academic concern relating to corporate law and corporate governance in Ireland.
As befits the nature of a Forum, ICLF seminars and conferences provide timely guidance and debate on a wide range of topical matters of relevance to corporate law and governance practice.
Events are carefully planned to match the needs of members and speakers are carefully selected by the Director for their professional expertise and presentation skills. An emphasis is placed on the importance of providing high quality visuals and take-home materials and in a members’ online ICLF library.
Those who attend the ICLF’s high quality CPD events also value the networking opportunities presented for solicitors, barristers company secretaries and compliance professionals in the comfortable setting of prestigious venues which to date have included the Shelbourne Hotel, the Royal Irish Academy, Dublin Castle and Farmleigh.
Expert-led discussions on corporate law and governance.
Networking opportunities with solicitors, barristers, company secretaries, and compliance professionals.
Prestigious venues, including the Shelbourne Hotel, the Royal Irish Academy, Dublin Castle, and Farmleigh.
The ICLF is led by a Director and Advisory Board.
The forum was founded by Dr Deirdre Ahern, an Assistant Professor and Fellow in company law and commercial law at Trinity College Dublin. With a background as a commercial solicitor and principal officer in the Law Reform Commission, Deirdre has made significant contributions to corporate law through national and international publications, research, and legal commentary. She is the author of Directors’ Duties: Law and Practice (Round Hall, 2009) and a contributing editor to Gore-Browne on Companies.
ICLF membership is open to:
Compliance with corporate law obligations is closely associated with knowledge of relevant legal obligations, the existence of effective sanctions and effective enforcement practices. This seminar will give a unique insight into the enforcement strategies of the Registrar of Companies and the Director of Corporate Enforcement in presentations by these office-holders.
Here is a list of selected publications on Irish Corporate Law: Deirdre Ahern, Directors’ Duties: Law and Practice (Round Hall, 2009) Nessa Cahill, Company Law Compliance and Enforcement (Tottel Publishing, 2008) Thomas Courtney, The Law of Private Companies (3rd edn, LexisNexis Bloomsbury, 2012) Michael Forde and Hugh Kennedy, Company Law (4th edn, Round Hall, 2007)
As the Companies Bill 2012 moves to Report stage in the Dáil, and is expected to be enacted in the course of 2014, a conference of the Irish Corporate Law Forum will focus on the practical ramifications of changes to the structure and internal governance of private companies. Preparing Private Companies for the Companies Bill: New Company Forms and Drafting Company Constitutions will be held on Friday 7 February 2014 in Dublin Castle.
ICLF membership is open to:
✔ Solicitors & Barristers – Enhance your legal expertise and stay informed on regulatory developments.
✔ In-House Counsel & Public Sector Employees – Gain access to critical legal insights relevant to corporate governance and compliance.
✔ Company Secretaries & Compliance Professionals – Stay ahead of legal and regulatory changes affecting corporate structures.
✔ Academics & Researchers – Engage with industry professionals and contribute to corporate law scholarship.
The Irish Corporate Law Forum (ICLF) is an independent, members-based organisation dedicated to discussing and analysing legal issues related to corporate law and corporate governance in Ireland. We host expert-led seminars, conferences, and CPD events, providing valuable insights and networking opportunities for legal and corporate professionals.
Membership is open to:
As a member, you gain access to:
✔ Exclusive CPD events & seminars
✔ Networking opportunities with top legal professionals
✔ An online members’ library with legal resources
✔ Insights from leading industry experts on corporate law and governance
To join ICLF, visit our Membership Page, where you will find details on eligibility, membership plans, and the application process.
Yes. Our seminars and conferences are CPD-accredited, making them an excellent way for legal professionals to fulfil their Continuing Professional Development requirements.
