An integrated circuit module including a generally flat die attachment pad (DAP) positioned substantially in a first plane; and a generally flat lead bar positioned substantially in a second plane above and parallel to said first plane and having at least one downwardly and outwardly extending lead bar lead projecting therefrom and terminating substantially in the first plane; a top leadframe having a plurality of generally flat contact pads positioned substantially in a third plane above and parallel to the second plane and a plurality of leads having proximal end portions connected to the pad portions and having downwardly and outwardly extending distal end portions terminating substantially in said first plane; an IC die connected to the top leadframe, and the DAP; and encapsulation material encapsulating at least portions of the DAP, the lead bar, the top lead frame, and the IC die.