Post Graduate courses by Law Society of Ireland

Programme objectives On completion of this training programme, participants will be able to: Analyse the key legal issues pertaining to the sale and lease of aircraft; Assess the finance structures involved, how to finance an aviation transaction, and funding available; Explain the key regulatory issues pertaining to aviation; Discuss the legal issues relating to key…

Programme objectives On completion of this training programme, participants will have: A comprehensive knowledge of Regulation 2016/679 (the GDPR); An understanding of the data protection framework in Ireland as governed by the Data Protection Acts 1988-2018; An ability to apply that knowledge to a range of data protection issues in practice and to evaluate the role…

Programme objectives On completion of this Certificate in Immigration Law and Practice course, participants will be able to: Identify the various visa and stamp classes available in Ireland; Proactively outline effective immigration solutions for clients; Display an ability to properly complete and lodge visa applications and reviews on behalf of clients; Recognise situations that may…

Programme objectives On completion of this Mediator training programme, participants will be able to: Recognise the drivers and causes of conflict; Respond to conflict behaviours; Distinguish between different mediation models and their practical application; Demonstrate core mediation skills; Identify common challenges experienced by mediators and lawyers in mediation; Apply Irish mediation law to practice; Prepare…

Programme objectives On completion of this training programme, participants will be able to: Summarise the steps in a conveyancing transaction; Review documentation in relation to conveyancing transactions and identify problem issues arising; Lodge applications in the Land Registry and identify common errors with the preparation of documents to be lodged; Discuss the historical background of…

Programme objectives On completion of this Certificate in Trademark Law training programme, participants will have: An in-depth understanding of the legal issues pertaining to trademark law; An ability to apply for registration of trademarks at the Irish Patents Office, EUIPO and WIPO; A detailed knowledge of examination, publication, oppositions procedures; The skills to manage a…

Programme objectives On completion of this Diploma in Commercial Property training programme, participants will have the ability to: Review, draft and negotiate commercial leases; Identify issues of concern when acting for the landlord or tenant in commercial lease negotiations; Draft suitable special conditions for insertion to the general contract for sale in commercial property transactions;…

Programme objectives On completion of this Diploma in Construction Law training programme, participants will be able to: Professionally communicate to a range of diverse construction-management stakeholders, demonstrating in-depth knowledge of the principles of construction contracts and the rationale for amending standard form contracts; Explain and identify the impact and interaction of contract law and tort…

Programme objectives On successful completion of this training programme, participants will be able to: Advocate on behalf of clients in court; Advise clients effectively in Garda custody; Demonstrate the ethical awareness required of practitioners when dealing with victims of crime and vulnerable witnesses; Summarise and outline the practical implications of evidential and procedural rules; Recognise…

Programme objectives On completion of this Diploma in Education Law training programme, participants will have: An excellent understanding of the key employment law issues relevant to the school setting; An understanding of school structures and governance arrangements; A thorough knowledge of admissions policies and student conduct issues; Knowledge of the legal issues relating to special…

Programme objectives On completion of this training programme, participants will be able to: Demonstrate a clear understanding of the overall structure of environmental and planning law in Ireland and the role of the organisations entrusted with overseeing the implementation of same; Describe specific areas of environmental law such as waste management law, climate change, and…

Programme objectives On completion of this Diploma in Family Law training programme, participants will have: A comprehensive and in-depth understanding of family law; An enhanced knowledge of recent judicial decisions and legislative and procedural developments; An ability to assess the impact of recent developments on practice and procedure in the family law arena; A critical…

Programme objectives On completion of this Diploma in Finance Law training programme, participants will have: A comprehensive understanding of finance law and legal regulations/directives that relate to specific financial services sectors in Ireland, and the impact of Brexit on these; A thorough understanding of the regulatory framework for the financial services industry in this jurisdiction…

Programme objectives On completion of this training programme, participants will be able to: Demonstrate a clear understanding of insolvency and corporate restructuring; Describe specific insolvency procedures such as liquidation, examinership and receivership; Explain particular corporate restructuring methods such as security assessment, debt restructuring and equity capital raising; Advise directors and shareholders in relation to distressed…

Programme objectives On completion of this Diploma in Judicial Skills training programme, participants will have: Strengthened their case-management and leadership skills; Attained an understanding of the skills needed to preside over various forums, including adjudicatory, tribunal, and board roles; Developed their awareness of the complexities of the decision-making process; Practiced and honed their skills with…

This postgraduate Diploma in Law course is aimed at non-law graduates seeking to further their knowledge of law to enhance their current role or those who wish to progress further with a career in law. Applications will be considered from suitable non-graduates with a significant and demonstrable level of work experience in the area of…

Programme objectives On completion of this Diploma in Technology and IP Law training programme, participants will be able to: Analyse the legal issues pertaining to intellectual property and how to protect IP rights including dealing with cases of infringement; Apply for registration of trademarks, patents, and designs and understand how to protect one’s copyright; Critically…