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It is likely that there will soon be a new party in the mediation room in Ireland. Or if not in the room, on the end of the phone. Litigation funding, often used in large commercial disputes in the UK and further afield, has traditionally been prohibited in Ireland. Thanks to some local developments

The Legal Services Regulatory Authority is seeking the views of stakeholders to assist in the development of its forthcoming Strategic Plan 2025-2028. Stakeholders are invited to share their views and insights via a short online anonymous survey which is open until 1 May.

Mediator Academy and the Law Society of Ireland announce the launch of the Certificate in Mediator Training 2025, a fully online programme which will be delivered through the Law Society’s Diploma Centre. The programme consists of four Modules of self-directed, interactive online learning alon

“Mediation can crack even the hardest nuts.” So said Mr Justice Miles in the recent UK case.  And he was right, as the case in question settled at mediation, even after the parties had resisted going to mediation on the basis that settlement was impossible.

Irish legal tech platform Simple Probate has launched nationwide, earning praise from early adopters. Following a successful pilot programme with solicitors and executors and extensive user testing, the platform is now available to all law firms! Simple Probate reduces administrative work on probate

Legal practice is changing rapidly, which means regularly updating your skills and keeping abreast of regulatory changes. For Irish solicitors and barristers, mediation training has become more than an option – it’s a career necessity.  Our intensive mediation training course will h

Finalists across all categories at the Dye & Durham Irish Law Awards 2024 have been named.

DAC Beachcroft has recently announced a number of senior hires, strengthening the firm's full-service offering in Dublin. The new appointments are legal director Seamus White, who has joined the Injury Risk team, senior associates Lisa Kelly and Feena Robinson, who have both joined the Specialist In

The only way to really learn how to mediate commercial disputes is to learn from people who have spent hundreds of hours in the mediation room. Join Mediator Academy’s Commercial Mediation Training in June or September and learn from these experts: Sabine Walsh, former solicitor and Past Presi

Discovering the best touring caravan spots in Northern Ireland for families with kids is like unveiling a treasure trove of adventure, scenic beauty, and unforgettable memories. Northern Ireland, with its lush landscapes, historic castles, and friendly towns, offers a plethora of caravan sites that

By Gareth Walker, CEO, LEAP UK & Ireland In today's fast-paced legal landscape, efficiency and productivity are key to success. The old adage “time is money” has never been truer than in the legal profession. For law firms that are putting powerful technology at the heart of their bu

DUAL Asset Ireland is delighted to announce that Michael Moran has joined our team and will be based in our Dublin office. Michael joins as a commercial underwriter and is a native of Castlebar, County Mayo in the west of Ireland.

EY Ireland is pleased to announce that Aidan Lawlor and Conor O’Dwyer have joined EY Law Ireland as Equity Partners. Aidan and Conor have market-leading reputations as two of the foremost legal practitioners in the Corporate and M&A space in Ireland. Aidan and Conor join the fast-growing E

Legal software company LEAP has appointed Shane Branagan as chief executive officer (CEO) for its operations in Ireland. As the largest independent provider of software to law firms globally, LEAP is strategically positioning itself for growth in the Irish market under Mr Branagan's leadership.

Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) is set to host ‘Legal Tech and the Rule of Law’, a conference exploring the transformative impact of technology on legal practice and academia, on 12 February 2024, at its Athlone campus. The annual conference, now in its third year, offers a