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Dr. Michael James Boland serves as a Lecturer in Law at Maynooth University's School of Law and Criminology. Previously, he lectured at Munster Technological University and University College Cork, where he received three nominations for the President's Award for Excellence in Teaching. He also taught at Kerry College of Further Education and delivered guest lectures at the Stockholm School of Economics, Riga.
Dr. Boland's academic qualifications are:
- BCL, LLM, and PhD from University College Cork
- Certificate in Communication (QCF) from the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts
His research centers on company law, with additional expertise in employment law, information technology law, contract law, and European Union law. Recent work addresses online activity regulation, including catfishing criminalization and civil remedies for image-based sexual abuse, as well as ESG compliance in corporate governance. He frequently presents at seminars and conferences on these evolving legal areas.
Analysis of his publications reveals a strong focus on contemporary issues at the nexus of corporate law, digital technology, and social responsibility. His contributions span traditional legal journals and online platforms, demonstrating engagement with both academic and public discourse.
Dr. Boland has been recognized with:
- Irish Research Council/Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship (2019)
He has contributed to academic service through roles such as serving on the MTU School of Business Research Committee and acting as a discussant at law conferences. His outreach includes media appearances, such as an RTÉ radio interview on deepfake regulation, and participation in student career webinars.
No specific research laboratories or dedicated teams under Dr. Boland's leadership were mentioned in the provided information.
