76 episodes

Law, history and culture from the organisation representing the barristers' profession in Ireland. Tune in to hear stories of our great historical legal figures, interviews from the committee members of our Specialist Bar Associations, the unique career paths of our membership and more.

Follow us on Twitter @TheBarofIreland or visit our website at www.lawlibrary.ie.

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Law, history and culture from the organisation representing the barristers' profession in Ireland. Tune in to hear stories of our great historical legal figures, interviews from the committee members of our Specialist Bar Associations, the unique career paths of our membership and more.

Follow us on Twitter @TheBarofIreland or visit our website at www.lawlibrary.ie.

    Mediating the Good Friday Agreement | Tommie Gorman & Turlough O’Donnell SC

    Mediating the Good Friday Agreement | Tommie Gorman & Turlough O’Donnell SC

    Journalist Tommie Gorman joins barrister Turlough O'Donnell SC for a wide-ranging discussion on the lessons learned in the mediating of the discussions which led to the Good Friday Agreement.

    This session was organised by the European Association of Judges for Mediation (GEMME).

    Introduced by Ms. Justice Ann Power, Judge of the Court of Appeal.

    Intro Music: Positive Fuse - French Fuse

    The views expressed in this podcast are the contributor's own and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Bar of Ireland.

    • 1 hr 24 min
    A Dialogue on Mediation, Negotiation & Conflict Resolution | Joseph Matthews & Turlough O'Donnell SC

    A Dialogue on Mediation, Negotiation & Conflict Resolution | Joseph Matthews & Turlough O'Donnell SC

    Arbitrator, Mediator and Advocate Joseph Matthews joins Turlough O'Donnell SC for an insightful discussion on their experiences of mediation and negotiation throughout their respective careers.

    This seminar, entitled "Negotiation, Conflict Resolution & Mediation with some reference to the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023" was recently hosted by The Bar of Ireland.

    Intro Music: Positive Fuse - French Fuse

    The views expressed in this podcast are the contributor's own and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Bar of Ireland.

    • 1 hr 2 min
    Protecting the Native Irish Hedgerow | Leesha O'Driscoll SC

    Protecting the Native Irish Hedgerow | Leesha O'Driscoll SC

    Why legislate for the protection of hedgerows?

    The Protection of Hedgerows Bill 2023, prepared by a working Group of Comhshaol – The Climate Bar Association, seeks to safeguard the native Irish hedgerow, a crucial element of our landscape and natural heritage that provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration and reservoirs of biodiversity.

    Leesha O'Driscoll SC is a member of the Climate Bar Association and part of the Hedgerows Legislation Project who have drafted this Bill which the Green Party intends to introduce as a private members bill next year.

    For more, visit naturaljustice.ie

    • 14 min
    Mediating Personal Injuries Disputes | Cathy Smith SC & Aoife Farrelly BL

    Mediating Personal Injuries Disputes | Cathy Smith SC & Aoife Farrelly BL

    What role does mediation play in the resolution personal injuries disputes, and how doe lawyers play a part in this process?

    In this episode, Cathy Smith SC & Aoife Farrelly BL speak about the topic of personal injuries mediation and recent developments in the area.

    Intro Music: Positive Fuse - French Fuse

    The views expressed in this podcast are the contributor's own and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Bar of Ireland.

    • 26 min
    Overseeing Elections - Art O'Leary on the new Electoral Commission

    Overseeing Elections - Art O'Leary on the new Electoral Commission

    The Electoral Commission, formed in 2023, is a new independent body that will oversee all elections in Ireland. In this episode, Tomás Keys BL is joined by Art O’Leary, the CEO of the Commission, to talk about the work of this new statutory body, the new electoral constituencies, and what work is being done ahead of upcoming referendums and elections.

    Intro Music: Positive Fuse - French Fuse

    • 22 min
    Artist Vera Klute in conversation with Patrick T. Murphy | In Plain Sight Commission

    Artist Vera Klute in conversation with Patrick T. Murphy | In Plain Sight Commission

    In this podcast, renowned artist Vera Klute joins Patrick T. Murphy of the Royal Hibernian Academy in her studio as she works on the 2023 In Plain Sight commission.

    The subject of this year’s portrait is Frances Moran, the first woman to become Senior Counsel in Ireland and Britain.

    This wide-ranging conversation touches on some of Vera’s previous work, as well as the significance of undertaking this commission for The Bar of Ireland and King’s Inns.

    In Plain Sight is a joint initiative between The Bar of Ireland and The Honorable Society of King's Inns to increase representation of women in the law through portraiture. Learn more and contribute at lawlibrary.ie/inplainsight

    Introduction by: Aoife Farrelly BL
    Intro Music: Please - Wayne Jones

    • 25 min

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