Law Society of Northern Ireland

European Lawyers Day on the theme of Freedom of Speech will take place throughout Europe on 10 December 2015, in conjunction with World Human Rights Day.

It’s Hats off to the Law Society of Northern Ireland who have raised nearly £73,000 in aid of local charity TinyLife.

Making a difference in developing countries was just one of the themes discussed at a special event held in Belfast yesterday and sponsored by the Law Society of Northern Ireland and Bar of Northern Ireland.

The Dispute Resolution Service (DRS) provides advice and information about mediation. It is a non profit making service which can assist those with a dispute in the selection and appointment of a mediator.

The Law Society of Northern Ireland has said that proposals contained within the Mental Capacity Bill to abolish Enduring Powers of Attorney may adversely impact on the public particularly the most vulnerable, the elderly and the infirm.

The President of the Law Society, Arleen Elliott was joined by nephews Edward and Felix and Strictly Legal Winners, Imelda McMillan and Paul Dougan to celebrate £65,000 raised in aid of local charity TinyLife.

Did you know that there are more than 4 million couples cohabiting in the UK.

In Northern Ireland more couples are deciding to live together outside of marriage or civil partnership.

The growth of Mediation as a means of resolving legal or business disputes was highlighted at an International Mediation Conference which took place in Belfast from Thursday 8th and Friday 9th May 2014.

The Law Society of Northern Ireland, which represents solicitors throughout the province have launched a new advertising campaign to encourage the public to use the services of their local solicitor.

The Law Society has been presented with an award from Action Mental Health for its partnership and sponsorship undertaking in 2013 in support of the local charity.