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Many firms are compliant but lack documented, consistent processes. These resources help formalise and evidence compliance.
Practice Essentials: Data Protection
AI usage policy
This template policy establishes clear, firm wide rules governing the use of AI tools within a firm. It sets out what is permitted, what is restricted and the standards expected of staff.
Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs)
This practical Standard Operating Protocol (SOP) is designed to help firms manage access requests.
Employee data protection policy
An internal policy template outlining employee responsibilities and good practice in relation to data protection and information handling.
External privacy notice
A template privacy notice designed to help firms communicate how personal data is collected, used and protected.
GDPR guide for small firms
This guide translates complex requirements into practical, implementable steps, tailored to smaller practice without compliance teams.
Practice Essentials will continue to evolve with additional resources and updates added throughout 2026.
If you have any queries, suggestions or feedback on the toolkit, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact the Solicitor Services Department – Solicitorservices@lawsociety.ie.
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