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A Guide for In-house Solicitors Employed in the Corporate and Public Sectors contains useful information and guidance for practitioners.

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In-House Update – August 2026

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In-House Update – August 2026

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

Tech Talks: In-House Legal

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Tech Talks: In-House Legal

Access a new interactive Law Society audio series on the Platforum9 app, connecting in-house lawyers from across Ireland with access to global voices.

In-House Update – July 2026

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In-House Update – July 2026

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

Infographic on in-house solicitors

See key insights from research on in-house and public sector solicitors in Ireland.

Regulation of in-house solicitors

Find useful information on your regulatory responsibilities when practising in-house or in the public sector.

In-House & Public Sector Committee

Learn more about the In-House & Public Sector Committee’s role, membership, and contact details.

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A Guide for In-house Solicitors Employed in the Corporate and Public Sectors

Access useful information on the in-house solicitor's role, working as an in-house counsel, and professional issues that may arise.

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In-house LinkedIn Group

A private LinkedIn Group is available for solicitors working in the in-house and public sectors.

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Regulation of in-house solicitors

If you are working in-house or in the public sector, or are considering a career move in this direction, access useful information on your regulatory responsibilities.

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Practice Note: In-house solicitors and pro bono work

In-house solicitors in the private and public sectors who wish to carry out pro-bono work should ensure that they meet their statutory regulatory requirements with regard to the Solicitors Acts 1954-2015, professional indemnity insurance (PII), and practising certificates.

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Practice Note: Legal Professional Privilege

The Guidance and Ethics Committee and the In-House and Public Sector Committee of the Law Society of Ireland are pleased to present the following practice note on legal professional privilege (LPP).

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Practice Note: Legal Professional Privilege and In-House Counsel

This practice note explores further best practice guidance on the application of legal professional privilege (LPP) for solicitors working in-house in the private and public sectors.

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