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HOME News In The Irish Times, Jennifer Cashman comments on how AI is reshaping workplace relations In an Irish Times article, Partner and Head of Employment Jennifer Cashman discusses how AI is reshaping workplace relations, with employers increasingly facing lengthy AI-assisted complaints and submissions that add complexity and cost to grievance and WRC processes.

HOME News Legal warning about employee benefits for those staying in work past retirement Jennifer Cashman, Head of Employment Group at RDJ, joined David McCullagh on RTÉ Radio 1 today to discuss Ireland’s new retirement age legislation and the practical questions it raises for employers and employees.

In today’s Irish Times, RDJ Partner and Head of Employment, Jennifer Cashman, shares her insights on what the EU Pay Transparency Directive means for employers in Ireland. While Ireland is not alone in delaying transposition, Jennifer notes that the implications are significant—with potential fines at EU level and far-reaching changes on the way for employers.

HOME News Cummins Sports examinership process successfully concluded 29 06 2026Business impact RDJ advised the examiner, John Russell of Baker Tilly Ireland, on the successful examinership of Cummins Sports, the Cork-founded sports retailer, culminating in Mr Russell’s proposals for a scheme of arrangement being confirmed by the High Court.

RDJ advised JCD Group on the agreement of a long-term lease with CWS Workwear, a leading European provider of sustainable workwear solutions, at Blarney Business Park in Cork. The new facility at Block 8007 comprises 32,000 sq. ft. of Grade A space,  and has been delivered to a high sustainability standard, achieving LEED Gold certification and a BER A3 energy rating. This addition further strengthens Blarney Business Park’s position as a key employment hub on the north side of Cork city.

HOME News Wolseley acquires Peter Curran Electric to expand Irish renewable energy offering 26 06 2026Business impact RDJ advised Peter Curran Electric Limited (PCE), a Galway-based electrical wholesaler, on its acquisition by UK heating and plumbing giant, Wolseley.

RDJ advised Gigi Supplements, an Irish female health brand, on its €1.5 million seed funding round led by Vestra Partners. The round was significantly oversubscribed, reflecting strong demand for evidence-based solutions addressing women’s hormonal health, fertility challenges and perimenopause.

“In many ways, RDJ is taking an inspiring leadership role in the ownership and development of the DEI agenda in Ireland and is clearly proud of its people.” (Irish Centre for Diversity) Achieving Investors in Diversity Gold accreditation, the highest standard awarded by the Irish Centre for Diversity, is a significant milestone for RDJ.

HOME News Wayleadr acquired by consortium of private equity firms 18 06 2026Business impact RDJ acted as Irish legal advisor to Wayleadr, a smart parking management platform, on its acquisition by a consortium of private equity firms led by San-Francisco-headquartered Housatonic Partners.

HOME News BWG Group acquires Abrakebabra, O’Briens Cafe and Bagel Factory 08 06 2026Business impact RDJ advised some of Ireland’s best-known quick-service restaurant brands — Abrakebabra, O’Briens Café and Bagel Factory — on their acquisition by wholesaler BWG Group. The transaction marks BWG Group’s entry into the quick-service restaurant sector and further strengthens its position across the food-service market.