In-House Update – August 2017

15/08/2017 10:00:26

Access tailored news, resources and training for in-house solicitors in the private and public sectors.

News

Some recent news items and articles are of relevance to the sector.

  • The Law Society Library’s Resource pack for in-house practitioners has been updated. Download the library Resource Pack
  • A recent article on U.S. website Above The Law explores dealing with the expectations of non-legal colleagues as an in-house practitioner. Read Above The Law
  • The Society's Taxation Committee is seeking feedback from practitioners on using the Revenue MyEnquiries facility and revamped Revenue website. Read MyEnquiries feedback requested

Resources – summer selections

This month, we are offering a selection of useful in-depth reading and podcasts for In-house solicitors.

  • The July Brussels Agenda explores the highly-relevant topic of Technology and the Law: Read Brussels Agenda
  • Thomspon Reuters’ Legal Current podcast explores contemporary legal issues – including technology, IP, and knowledge management - from a U.S. and global perspective. Listen to Legal Current
  • LawCare’s Irish website has a wealth of information to help foster positive wellbeing, tailored for the legal sector. Visit the LawCare website
  • Politico.eu’s new EU Confidential Podcast looks at current and emerging issues in Brussels. Listen to EU Confidential

Training opportunities

The Law Society Diploma Centre and Law Society Professional Training provide training tailored to the needs of in-house practitioners.

  • We are now accepting bookings for the Annual In-House and Public Sector Conference on 9 November. A select group of eminent speakers and industry experts will speak about the role of in-house counsel in managing risk, building trust and leading. The key topic of GDPR will also be discussed from the perspective of the in-house sector. Book the Annual In-House and Public Sector Conference
  • The new Diploma in Regulation Law and Practice provides participants with in-depth knowledge of the theory and practice of regulation in sectors including financial, health, energy, charities, telecoms, and the various professions. Book the Diploma in Regulation Law and Practice.

The In-House and Public Sector Committee

The In-House and Public Sector Committee of the Law Society supports solicitors across the sector with guidance and information, liaison with Irish and international in-house representative bodies, and other actions.