Hannah Unger | Fieldfisher
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Professional background

Professional background

I advise regulators and professional regulatory bodies on all aspects of their statutory functions, as well as in relation to their practice and procedures. I have a particular interest in:  

  • Investigating and presenting complaints to Fitness to Practise Committees;
  • Providing litigation and eDiscovery services for administrative sanctions hearings;
  • Appearing before regulatory Boards and Councils;
  • Advising on the exercise of statutory functions, statutory interpretation and fair procedures;
  • Preparing High Court confirmation applications.

Alongside my specialisation within public and regulatory law, I am passionate about animal welfare. Myself and my colleagues recently published a paper (on a pro bono basis) outlining key reforms to dog breeding legislation in Ireland. I also advise certain dog rescues (on a pro bono basis) in relation to legal issues as they arise for them. In addition, I am experienced in advising on the Control of Dogs Act 1986 (as amended). 

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Public and Regulatory
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Key Reforms to Dog Breeding in Ireland

02.05.2024
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Two people are walking on a wet street at night, illuminated by streetlights. They are approaching a large painted Y-shaped arrow on the ground, which splits into two directions. The scene has a moody, reflective atmosphere.
Public and Regulatory
Insight

Another Milestone for Assisted Decision-Making in Ireland

09.01.2024
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Public and Regulatory
Insight

A "Paw-sitive" Development: New Regulations to target the Practice of Dog Ear Cropping

29.08.2023
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Public and Regulatory
Insight

Bill to establish new agri-food regulator debated in the Dáil

11.05.2023
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Public and Regulatory
Insight

Landmark assisted decision-making legislation commenced and new regulator (DSS) opens its doors to the public

26.04.2023
On 26 April 2023, the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015 (the "Act") commenced and the Decision Support Service (DSS) officially opened its doors to the public with its full legislative provisions enacted.  
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