We are a team of solicitors and support staff who provide in-house legal services to Schools, Colleges and Central Services across UCC in support of  it's strategic and operational goals.

Some examples of the work we do:

• Draft, review and negotiate contracts and other legal documentation required to support the research, academic and commercial activities of UCC; 
• Provide clear and concise explanations of legal issues to UCC staff at all levels on matters such as:
  • contract law
  • intellectual property
  • property matters
  • company law
  • legal issues arising in student appeals, fitness to study etc.
  • regulatory and compliance matters
  • dispute resolution and litigation
• Support and advise the Office of the Vice President for Research & Innovation and Tyndall National Institute in the management of agreements pertaining to research and technology transfer projects and on compliance with State Aid, competition and other applicable laws;
• Input in development and review of policies and procedures in accordance with UCC’s Policy Framework;

In-house Legal Team

We are a team of solicitors and support staff who provide in-house legal services to Schools, Colleges and Central Services across UCC in support of it's strategic and operational goals.

Involving us early in a project helps identify potential legal issues and find workable solutions. We aim to protect the interests of the  UCC community and manage potential legal risks to it, particularly given the increasingly common occurrence of litigation. 

We are happy to engage and provide information sessions and legal services to your area, tailored to meet your needs.

Staff Details

If you are unsure who you should contact please complete the Legal Affairs Briefing Document and email it to audrey.huggard@ucc.ie