In-House Update – December 2023
19/12/2023 10:30:44Access news, Law Society resources and training for in-house solicitors in the private and public sectors.
News
Mary Hallissey reports on this year’s In-house Conference for the December 2023 Gazette. The Conference heard that the ‘human in the loop’ must keep control of artificial intelligence.
The Central Bank has published final guidelines on how it will implement stronger powers to investigate and sanction firms or individuals for breaches of financial-services legislation. The publication follows a 12-week consultation process on the Administrative Sanctions Procedure (ASP).
Practice Direction HC 124, came into force from 11 December. It revokes Practice Direction HC119 and establishes the Planning and Environment List.
Resources
The Law Society will continue to offer a Group Life Assurance Scheme in 2024, open to Practising Certificate holders, solicitors in full-time service of the State, judges and county registrars. The Scheme has been placed with Aviva and conditions apply.
You can now complete your 2024 Practising Certificate application online. Access a handy video guide and other support to complete your Practising Certificate application.
Training
The Law Society Diploma Centre's Certificate in Company Secretarial Law and Practice, offered in partnership with CGI Ireland, commences on 7 February 2024.
As a thank you to all who participated in CPD training courses, and to our colleagues who have lectured and shared their expertise at learning initiatives throughout the year, Law Society Skillnet is offering you complimentary CPD hours for 2023.
Social Media
In-house solicitors can connect and network with colleagues across organisations using a private LinkedIn group.
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