Law Society re-launches Diploma in In-House Practice
12/11/2024 14:19:00The Diploma in In-House Practice will provide in-house lawyers and aspiring in-house lawyers with a comprehensive understanding of the varied, challenging, and stimulating work that confronts those working in business and the public sector.
About the course
The in-house role has evolved from a traditional role of ‘head of legal’ to a more dynamic, high-level and business-oriented position. Feedback confirms that the in-house lawyer is obliged to ‘wear many hats’ and negotiate with a variety of stakeholders. Participants will recognise the varied role of the in-house lawyer and the many business and interpersonal skills that the position requires, and they will assess how to best manage business expectations while juggling the competing interests of various stakeholders.
Starting on 25 February 2025, The course examines several substantive legal topics that confront in-house counsel, such as setting up and managing an in-house function, ethics, privilege, commercial contracts, employment, compliance, governance, procurement, and data protection.
Who should apply
This course is suitable for solicitors, barristers, and trainees with an interest in the area of in-house practice and those employed in an in-house position in the public or private sector who wish to develop their skills and further their legal knowledge of the area.
For further information on the course and the application process visit the Diploma Centre pages on our website or contact Megan Murphy Byrne, course leader.
