Application information

This course has been postponed and will run at a later date. 

If you are interested in applying for the next course, please register here for our Interested List. We would be happy to contact you when applications open for the next offering of this course. We look forward to welcoming you to study with the Diploma Centre.

Solicitors and Trainees

To pay online click on the 'Book Now' button. For all other methods of payment including, draft, cheque and EFT please see our methods of payment .

Other Professionals

We welcome applications for this course from suitably qualified professionals. Your application must be approved before you can formally register on the course. To apply please email the following documents to diplomateam@lawsociety.ie  :

1. A completed application form (see below)
2. Your Curriculum Vitae
3. A short cover letter setting out your relevant experience

Please note, for non-members this course is subject to a supplemental fee of €300 bringing the total course fee to €2,900. No fees are required prior to approval.

Download

• Application form  (word - for PC use)
• Application form  (pdf - for handwritten use)
• Timetable
• Faculty booklet (to follow)

Course overview

The course will provide in-depth and practical knowledge of personal insolvency in Ireland.  Students will acquire a detailed knowledge of the Personal Insolvency Act 2012 and the practice and procedures that have evolved since the introduction of the legislation. They will develop a rounded understanding of the role of the Personal Insolvency Practitioner that will allow them to deal with all aspects of the insolvency process to include:

• assessing financial and legal documentation;
• communicating and negotiating with creditors and banking institutions;
• correctly advising clients in relation to their situation;
• dealing with distressed and vulnerable clients;
• engaging with parties in the insolvency process to include the Courts Service of Ireland and the Insolvency Service of Ireland;
• implementing appropriate financial arrangements for clients. 

Who should attend?

This course is suitable for the following:

• Qualified solicitors and barristers;
• Qualified accountants; 
• Qualified financial advisors; 
• Other suitably qualified professionals who hold a qualification in law, business, finance.
  

We welcome applications for this course from suitably qualified non-members. Please explain your interest and set out any relevant experience in a cover letter and a brief CV. Such applications are subject to a supplemental fee of €300.

Assessment

Two hour exam (50%) and assignment (50%).

Further information to follow shortly.

Contact

Cian Monahan, Solicitor, Course Leader: C.Monahan@LawSociety.ie .

*Every effort has been made to ensure the information contained in these pages is accurate and up to date. However timetables and course content are subject to change and date and time changes may occur due to factors beyond our control.

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