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Legal Practice Updates Series
Course 7: IMRO annual lecture on the new press publishers' right and the creation of a well-functioning marketplace for copyright in the EU
Law Society Skillnet in collaboration with Irish Music Rights Organisation (IMRO) and Law Society of Ireland presents the annual IMRO/Law Society of Ireland Copyright lecture recorded on 3 May 2023. This lecture will examine the multi-faceted Article 15 of Directive (EU) 2019/790 on copyright and related rights in the Digital Single Market (the Directive) which has given rise to considerable lobbying and heated debate at both EU and national levels. Chairperson: Victor Finn, Chief Executive, Irish Music Rights Organisation. Speakers &Panelists: Dr Mark Hyland, Law Society IMRO adjunct Professor of Intellectual Property, Dr Ula Furgal Lecturer in Intellectual Property Law, school of Law, University of Glasgow, Mark Tighe, Journalist, Colm O’Reilly, Chairman of Newsbrands Ireland.
CPD Hours: 1.5 general (by eLearning)
Course 6: Plain English for Lawyers
In this course, Brian McMahon sets out rules, advice and tips for writing in plain English and avoiding ambiguity. This course is designed to aid clear client communication and clear legal drafting, with a particular emphasis on clear contract drafting. Speaker: Brian McMahon is a Solicitor and Head of Contentious Matters in An Post Legal Department. He is qualified as a solicitor in Ireland and England and Wales and as an Attorney in California. He has a long standing interest in plain English and the law and has worked principally in the fields of litigation and commercial contracts both in-house and in law firms in Dublin, London and Silicon Valley.
CPD Hours: 1 management & professional development skills (by eLearning)
Course 5: Effective Advocacy for Young People
Law Society Skillnet in collaboration with Oberstown Children Detention Campus presents this seminar, recorded in May 2022, on Effective Advocacy for Young People. The aim of this seminar to present research on the perspectives of young people’s court experiences, to highlight how these might be overcome and to discuss how best to advocate effectively for young people in conflict with the law in a manner that protects their rights. Children who come into conflict with the law are known to have complex unmet needs often presenting with poor educational experiences, health concerns and trauma experience. These circumstances require committed advocacy on their behalf if they are to enjoy access to justice and have their rights protected. The idea for this seminar came from the young people in Oberstown Children Detention Campus who say they do not understand what is going on in court. Chairperson: His Honour Judge John O’Connor. Speakers Damien Hernon, Director, Oberstown Children Detention Campus,Gráinne Smyth, Advocacy Officer, Oberstown Children Detention Campus, Professor Ursula Kilkelly, UCC and Chairperson of the Board of Management at Oberstown Children Detention Campus, Ms Niamh Kelly, Solicitor. Michael J. Staines & Co.
CPD Hours: 1.5 general (by eLearning)
Course 4: Competition Law Enforcement in the Era of the Covid-19 Pandemic
Alan McCarthy, Partner, EU, Competition & Procurement, A&L Goodbody, Dublin discusses Covid-19 and Competition Law and Dr. Pat McCloughan, PMCA Economic Consulting, Dublin talks about ‘Big Tech’ and Competition Law. Introduction by Cormac Little, Partner, William Fry Solicitors, Dublin and Vice Chair of the Law Society EU & International Affairs Committee.
Panel Discussion: Cormac Little, Alan McCarthy, Dr. Pat McCloughan
CPD Hours: 1 general (by eLearning)
Course 3: Mediation and Arbitration - the essentials and the virtual in Covid-19 times
Our panel discusses: the basics of mediation; the experiences of virtual mediations during lockdown; practical tips for virtual mediations; what role virtual technology might have post-Covid-19. Regarding arbitrating during Covid-19: how the work must go on; what the arbitral institutions say; if hearings are necessary; the practicalities of conducting remote arbitration hearings; the new norms going forward. Panel Discussion: Helen Kilroy, Partner, McCann FitzGerald; Eamonn Conlon, Solicitor and Arbitrator; Brian McMullin, Solicitor and Principal, Brian J McMullin.
CPD Hours: 1 general (by eLearning)
Course 2: Legal Aspects of the Northern Ireland Protocol
Experts outline the pressing legal issues arising from the Northern Ireland Protocol. The Law Society EU & International Affairs Committee outline the background and key features of the NI Protocol along with current issues arising and the impact on trade. The strategies the UK and the EU are exploring to resolve the issues will be discussed in detail. Governance and consent, state aid and Article 16 safeguards under the Protocol are also covered. Speakers at this important briefing include: George Peretz QC (England and Wales) BL (Ireland), Monckton Chambers, London Alan McCarthy, Partner, A&L Goodbody LLP, Dublin. The webinar is chaired by Cormac Little SC, Partner, William Fry LLP, Dublin.
CPD Hours: 1 general (by eLearning)
Course 1: IMRO Article 17 of the Digital Single Market Directive, complex and challenging in equal measure
Law Society Skillnet in collaboration with Irish Music Rights Organisation (IMRO) and Law Society of Ireland presents the annual IMRO/Law Society of Ireland Copyright lecture recorded on 4 May 2022. Chairperson: James Hickey, External Director, Irish Music Rights Organisation. Speaker: Dr Mark Hyland, Law Society IMRO adjunct Professor of Intellectual Property
CPD Hours: 1 general (by eLearning)
Regulatory Matters Series
Course 7: Proposed Solicitors Accounts Regulations
In this lecture, Garry Clarke discusses the context and highlights, and sets out an action list for what you need to do and how to bring your practice in line with the current and incoming regulations. The purpose of this lecture is to give you a practical guide to implement change in your practices so that you will be compliant with the new regulations once they are implemented. Speaker: Garry Clarke, Partner, Lanigan Clarke LLP. Garry Clarke has been practising in Donegal since 1995 and specialises in Property, Business Law and Probate. He is a member of the Donegal Solicitors Bar Association, a Council Member of The Law Society, former Chair of the Compensation Fund and current Chair of the Regulation of Practice Committee.
CPD Hours: 0.5 regulatory matters (accounting and AML compliance) (by eLearning)
Course 6: Solicitor AML Updates
Emma-Jane Williams, AML Policy Manager, Law Society of Ireland provides updates to the course Solicitor AML - Current Framework, Becoming Risk Aware and Top Tips
CPD Hours: 0.5 regulatory matters (accounting and AML compliance) (by eLearning)
Course 5: Cyber Security Update
Fergal Mawe, Solicitor, discusses the common types of attacks on law firms, the consequences of an attack, how to protect yourself and other very practical advice.
CPD Hours: 1 hour regulatory matters (by eLearning)
Course 4: Advanced Cyber Security
This course covers: The main cyber threats to your law firm; Understanding the cyber threats relating to wireless networks, web security and sharing files, and apply cyber security best practice; Carrying out a basic cyber security audit of your law firm, and training employees in best practice and awareness of potential threats; Briefing a cyber security service provider on the requirements for your business.
CPD Hours: 1 regulatory matters (by eLearning)
Course 3: Cyber Security
The cyber security essentials for your law firm covers: Understanding the basics of cyber crime; The most common types of cyber scams experienced by Irish law firms; Understanding the fundamentals of password security.
CPD Hours: 1.5 regulatory matters (by eLearning) OR 1.5 hours management & professional development Skills (by eLearning)
Course 2: Section 150 Costs
Keith Walsh, Principal, Keith Walsh Solicitors, Dublin discusses: New section 150 rules; Section 150 notices; New obligations pursuant to section 152 in relation to bills of costs; FAQs regarding new Section 150; Legal practitioners’ duties in relation to legal costs; Sections 149-161 of the Legal Services Regulation Act 2015 (LSRA); Legal Costs (s.150) Notice – Guidance and Precedent.
CPD Hours: 1 regulatory matters (accounting and AML compliance) (by eLearning)
Course 1: Solicitor AML - Current Framework, Becoming Risk Aware and Top Tips
Emma-Jane Williams, AML Policy Manager, Law Society of Ireland discusses: AML-Regulated Legal Services; Business Risk Assessments; Policies, Controls and Procedures; Customer Risk Assessments; CRA Outcome à Extent of CDD; What is money laundering; The offence of money laundering; Knowledge about ML/TF Risk Factors; Knowledge about Legal Sector ML/TF Risk; Categories of Legal Sector Red Flags.
CPD Hours: 1 regulatory matters (accounting and AML compliance) (by eLearning)
IT Know-How Series
Course 1: The Paperless Lawyer
Gerard Groarke BL www.paperless-academy.com demonstrates how lawyers can go completely paperless: Receiving and dealing with digital documents and materials; Manipulating digital documents - extracting pages and building booklets; Digital notebooks - supercharging your paperless productivity; Digital resources - how to make the best use of online information; Annotating digital documents - no different to paper.
CPD hours: 0.5 management & professional development Skills (by eLearning)
Professional Wellbeing courses for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Law Firms and Legal Services Support Staff
Unlocking Wellness Together Series
Course 8: The Business of Wellbeing Summit 2022
The summit, recorded during the live webinar in October 2022, looks at dignity at work and how it can be applied in small, medium and large sized firms, in Ireland. It also offers evidence on how a dignity at work culture can lead to thriving employees, and, therefore, a thriving business.
CPD Hours: 2.5 management & professional development skills (by eLearning)
Course 7: Addiction Awareness
Sophie White is an engaging and talented author in conversation with Antoinette Moriarty Psychotherapist. In this talk Sophie provides a fascinating insight into living with an enduring mental health condition (Bi-Polar Disorder) and of successfully managing her drug and alcohol addiction, while parenting her young family and thriving professionally. These are complex issues that can arise in the personal and/or professional lives of our viewers and we are thankful to Sophie for her openness and her generosity in sharing her experiences with us.
CPD Hours: 1 management & professional development skills (by eLearning)
Course 6: Trauma Awareness
Dr Sharon Lambert talks to Blindboy about vicarious trauma, secondary trauma, stress, burnout and what you can do about it. This is essential trauma awareness training for all solicitors. This course incorporates the discussion first seen at the Business of Wellbeing Summit in 2020.
CPD Hours: 1 management & professional development skills (by eLearning)
Course 5: Depression Awareness
Alastair Campbell discusses with Attracta O'Regan the causes, signs and coping strategies for living with depression.
CPD Hours: 1 management & professional development skills (by eLearning)
Course 4: Anxiety Awareness
Caroline Foran, on increasing solicitors’ awareness of causes, signs and coping strategies for stress and anxiety.
CPD Hours: 1 management & professional development skills (by eLearning)
Course 3: The Wim Hof Method
Níall Ó Murchu takes you through a Wim Hof Method breathing class.
CPD Hours: 0.5 management & professional development skills (by eLearning)
Course 2: Coldshock
Wim Hof practitioner, Níall Ó Murchu, in conversation with Trish Howard, psychotherapist.
CPD Hours: 0.5 management & professional development skills (by eLearning)
Course 1: The Business of Wellbeing Summit 2021
The summit, recorded during the live webinar in September 2021, looks at how small, medium and large-sized firms in Ireland can ensure authentic and integrated wellbeing in the workplace. It offers evidence on how positive workplace culture can lead to thriving employees, and, therefore, a thriving business. The summit is targeted at firms and professionals who want to hear from cutting-edge industries about why wellbeing is critical to business. It appeals to those who are open to novel ideas, self-reflection, a change of attitudes, and increased knowledge in this area.
CPD Hours: 2.5 management & professional development skills
The High Impact Professional
Course 2: Building High Impact Workplaces
This second webinar of the High Impact Series, recorded in September 2023, is delivered by Law Society Psychological Services in partnership with Law Society Skillnet. Speakers will discuss key organisational factors and workplace dynamics for building high impact workplaces. Speakers and panel include: Jeanne Kelly (Chair), Partner, Browne Jacobson, Michelle Ni Longáin, Partner, Byrne Wallace LLP and past Law Society President, George Artley, Bar Issues Commission Project Lawyer, International Bar Association UK, Jessica Lee, Senior Business Psychologist, Seven Psychology at Work.
Key areas for discussion are:
- Workplace culture
- Understanding psychosocial risks
- Ingredients for organisational success
- Adapting to the evolving needs of the profession
CPD Hours: 1 management & professional development skills (by eLearning)
Course 1: Can Psychological Safety Build High Impact Professionals?
Law Society Psychological Services in partnership with Law Society Professional Training present a panel discussion, recorded during a live webinar in April 2023, containing expert speakers as they discuss whether high-impact professionals are built through psychological safety. This webinar was recorded on Ibec’s National Workplace Wellbeing Day and addresses the current workplace wellbeing challenges facing legal professionals. The panel also discusses how psychologically safe work environments can support dignity at work, prevent burnout, build high-impact teams and foster positive work and client relationships, as well as the key personal and professional wellbeing supports that are available throughout each stage of the legal life cycle. Speakers and panel include Katie da Gama, Coaching for Lawyers, Keelin Deasy, Law Society Psychological Services, Mary Duffy, Law Society Psychological Services, Eadine Hickey, leadership development professional and Executive Coach
CPD Hours: 1 management & professional development skills (by eLearning)
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