Law Society of Northern Ireland - Continuing Professional Development

At a date of your choosing, flexible about venue.

SPEAKER John Horan, Anti money laundering compliance officer

This session focuses upon the MLRO who carries significant regulatory responsibility. It covers the implications of a breach and offers preventative measures ensuring that the MLRO gets it right. The session will also deal with any questions and situations on a confidential basis.

COST=120 & VAT per person
CPD HOURS 3

John Horan
Harbinson Mulholland
BM House
4 Bruce Street
Belfast
BT2 7JD

Tel: 028 9044 5100

E-mail jhoran@harbinson-mulholland.com

Corporate manslaughter: How does it affect you?

At a date of your choosing in your own offices

SPEAKERS Siobhan Donnelly MIOSH

How this new legislation affects your clients and your own safe systems within your offices.

£75 PER PERSON
CPD HOURS 2

Siobhan Donnelly Solicitor Safety Consultant
Donnelly Kinder or direct email srtdonnely@aol.com

Improve and Grow Your Business for practice partners

Ongoing and flexible

SPEAKER Jeremy Harbinson Senior Partner

An interactive 2 hour session that gives you greater clarity about the key issues that you need to tackle and how obstacles to your practice development can be overcome.

COST £120
CPD HOURS 2

Jeremy Harbinson
Harbinson Mulholland
IBM House
4 Bruce Street
Belfast
BT2 7JD

T: 028 9044 5100
Email: jharbinson@harbinson-mulholland.com

UITF 40 - An explanation

Ongoing and flexible

SPEAKER Blaithin Surgeoner, Audit manager

The new Urgent Issues Task Force that recently came into force will have a serious impact on the measurement of solicitors turnover for the accounting period ending on/after 22/06/05

This new one-off course will address:-

1.Impact of the new rule
2.Sytems needed to cope with the change
3.How to use the rule to strengthen your practice

COST £120
CPD HOURS 2

Blaithin Surgeoner
Harbinson Mulholland
IBM House
4 Bruce Street
Belfast
BT2 7JD

T: 028 9044 5100
Email: bsurgeoner@harbinson-muholland.com

The Principles of Calculating Quantum in a Personal Injury Case and the Impact of the 6 th Edition Ogden Tables

Flexible – at date of your choosing

Flexible – can provide the course in house.

Speakers: Richard Gardiner (Partner in Litigation Support Services) and Simon Bull (Manager of Litigation Support Services)

This course will cover in detail the fundamental principles underlying the calculation of future losses in personal injury cases before going on to examine the impact on such calculations of the publication of the 6 th Edition Ogden Tables.

Cost: No charge

CPD Hours: 3

Simon Bull , FGS McClure Watters, 1 Lanyon Quay, Belfast BT1 3LG. Tel: 028 9023 4343

simon.bull@fgspartnership.com

Pensions on Divorce

Flexible - courses arranged as required.
Flexible - can provide course in-house or externally

SPEAKER Andrew Little - Managing Director

Almost everybody who has ever worked has some sort of pension asset, whether they know it or not. This course covers what to look out for in the marital assets and how to include the pensions which turn up.

COST £75 + VAT
CPD HOURS 1.5
Andrew Little, Little and Company, 48 CIDO Business Park, Carn, Drive, Portadown, Co Armagh, BT63 5RH

Phone 02838 339 413
Email: andrew.little@littleandcompany.co.uk
www.littleandcompany.co.uk

Freedom of Information: From A to Z
2nd Apr 2008
Wellington Park Hotel, Belfast

Speaker: Paul Simpkins

The Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOI) gives anyone the right to access any recorded information held by 130,000 public authorities. Suitable for beginners and those with very little knowledge of FOI, this very popular workshop is packed full of exercises and real life case studies designed to teach delegates the basics of the Act and the exemptions. Decisions and guidance from the Information Commissioner and the Information Tribunal will be discussed. This, together with the expert tutors’ knowledge and public sector experience, is guaranteed to make a very worthwhile learning event.

£245 + VAT
CPD Hours: 4.5

Contact Act Now Training Ltd
64 Bradford Road
Dewsbury
WF13 2DU
Available to book on-line: actnowtraining@btconnect.com

Consultation, Consultation, Consultation

Wed 2 April 2008: 9.30am - 1.00pm
Holiday Inn, Ormeau Avenue , Belfast

SPEAKER(S) Mark McAllister, LRA

From April 2008 employers in NI with 50 or more employees will have to comply with the ICE Regulations. This seminar is designed for anyone who is responsible for implementing the requirements of the new Regulations. The implementation of the Directive on informing and consulting employees has the potential to revolutionise Northern Ireland workplace relations. For the first time employees have the right to request a consultation structure which the employer must use to consult on key issues facing the business, including financial matters. This course covers the legal obligations created by the new Regulations, but more importantly sets out, step by step, just what is involved in setting up a consultation process and how common pitfalls can be avoided. We will also be examining some other statutory consultation requirements, such as those in relation to collective redundancies and TUPE. "Practical and relevant." Ashleigh Acton, Acheson & Glover

COST From £118.40 + VAT
CPD HOURS 3½

Legal-Island Ltd Tel: 028 9446 3888 Fax: 028 9446 3516 http://www.legalisland.com/NI2008events.pdf

Redundancy Law and Practice

Wed 2 April 2008: 2.00pm - 5.00pm
Holiday Inn, Ormeau Avenue , Belfast

SPEAKER(S) Rachel Penny, Arthur Cox NI

The law relating to redundancy is important to many organisations not just those who are suffering a downturn in business. It is relevant to employers who are restructuring and re-organising as well as those that have ambitious expansion plans. The seminar will include the following:* What constitutes 'redundancy'* Consultation and fair dismissal procedures* Statutory Requirements* Offers of alternative work* Redundancy payments - statutory and contractual* Reducing the impact of redundancies Featuring a close examination of the law and best practice relevant to redundancies at work this seminar will suit HR practitioners, trade union representatives, general managers as well as the employment law specialist. "Practically oriented talks and valuable accompanying papers. "Eamonn McArdle, Employment Lawyer

COST From £118.40 + VAT
CPD HOURS 3

Legal-Island Ltd

Tel: 028 9446 3888 Fax: 028 94463516 http://www.legalisland.com/NI2008events.pdf

Tackling Difficult Issues

Wed 2 April and 8 October 2008 : 9.30am - 4.30pm Holiday Inn , Ormeau Ave , Belfast

SPEAKER(S) Several - tbc tbc

COST From £343.20 + VAT
CPD HOURS 7

Legal-Island LtdTel: 028 9446 3888 Fax: 028 9446 3516
http://www.legalisland.com/NI2008events.pdf

RICS matrics Inter Professional Wine Tasting

4 April 2008 , 18.00-20.00 pm
Direct Wine Shipments, Corporation Square , Belfast

SPEAKER(S) David Brown(DWS)
Do you know your Chardonnay from your Shiraz . The evening is a great opportunity to network with other young professionals and try some great wines, also on offere are spot prizes and generous discounts
COST £10
CPD HOURS 2
RICS, 9-11 Corporation Square, Belfast, BT1 3AJ,
smcloughlin@rics.org

Public Sector Asset Management Road Show
9 April 2008
RICS, 9-11 Corporation Square, Belfast, BT1 3AJ

SPEAKER(S) TBC
An indispensable guide to the latest RICS guidelines. Featuring and designed by authors of the guidelines, the roadshows provide practical information, in depth regional case studies and a valuable opportunity to have your questions answered by leading experts.

COST £98.70
CPD HOURS 3.5

RICS, 9-11 Corporation Square, Belfast, BT1 3AJ, Tel 028 90322877, email smcloughlin@rics.org
www.rics.org/events

Seminar on Case Analysis
9th April 2008
Institute of Professional Legal Studies
10 Lennoxvale
BELFAST
BT9 5BY

SPEAKER(S)
How do you start to plan your case?
How can IT help?
A session to improve your approach to any case and demonstrating Case Map Software.

COST £75
CPD HOURS 2.5

j.playfair@qub.ac.uk
Tel. No. 028 90 976521 Fax No. 028 90 661192

Recruitment Selection & Retention

Wed 9 April 2008: 9.30am - 4.30pm

Holiday Inn, Ormeau Ave , Belfast

SPEAKER(S) Several tbc

Recently, levels of unemployment fell to a record low in NorthernIreland with many organisations experiencing recruitment difficulties across a number of sectors. This twin-track event aims to explain how to recruit and retain key employees in today's competitive labour market while remaining within the law.Delegates will be given a choice of sessions throughout the day: Advice from leading legal experts on the law applicable to recruitment and selection or practical sessions on best practice from some of Northern Ireland's leading employment experts and HR practitioners.This is an ideal opportunity for delegates to discuss key recruitment issues affecting their organisation and to exchange views and experiences with others concerned with recruitment, selection and retention in Northern Ireland.This popular annual event will suit all those concerned with the difficult tasks of recruiting and holding onto key staff in Northern Ireland.
"All very appropriate topics - great notes!" Majella McLaverty, Executive Officer, Invest NI

COST From £343.20 + VAT
CPD HOURS 7

Legal-Island LtdTel: 028 9446 3888 Fax: 028 9446 3516

http://www.legalisland.com/NI2008events.pdf

Advanced Advocacy Refresher Course
National Institute of Trial Advocacy Course

Fri Apr 11th April – Sun 13th April 2008

9am on 11th April – lunchtime on Sun 13th April 2008

Law Society of Scotland’s premises at Drumheugh Gardens, Edinburgh

This is the best course available for Solicitor-Advocates from Northern Ireland this year and represents great value for money and an opportunity to meet your CPD obligations in a meaningful way on a subject relevant to your practice. Only those who have achieved a certificate on our own NITA Course are eligible to participate in this programme. Please also note that the main case file will be re Kyles, both the freeing for adoption version and the criminal case. The refresher course is being organised by the three jurisdictions, Scotland, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland hosted by the Scottish Society of Solicitor-Advocates under the auspices of the Law Society of Scotland. It will be a National Institute of Trial Advocacy course utilising NITA instructions, materials, case file and, most importantly, NITA Faculty (three).

Cost: £738 + VAT = £920.

Fee includes all course materials, dinner on April 11th at The Bonham Hotel, a formal dinner in the Law Society of Scotland on April 12th, all course catering, 2 nights B and B accommodation at the Melvin House Hotel – www.melvinhouse.com.

CPD hours: Full annual CPD requirement

To book your place you should send a cheque for the full amount - £920 - made payable to the Law Society of Scotland to either Campbell and Caher Solicitors, 24 Longstone Street, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT28 1TP or Yvonne Blackstock at Law Society of Northern Ireland, 40 Linenhall Street, Belfast, BT2 8BA as soon as possible.

Each participant will be responsible for arranging his/her own transport to the course and it should be recognised that an additional stay on Thursday, April 10th is almost inevitable.

RICS Expert Witness & Advocacy 2008 Roadshow
15 April 2008
RICS, 9-11 Corporation Square, Belfast, BT1 3AJ

SPEAKERS Geoffrey Wright FRICS MAE, Nicholas Cheffings FCIArb

This roadshow is designed to give a practical outline of the key changes in the RICS practice statements and guidance notes. It will also help dispel some of the confusion and apprehension surrounding the two roles, with emphasis upon practical guidance in real life situations

COST Member £157.45, Non Member £188.00
CPD HOURS 3.5

RICS, 9-11 Corporation Square, Belfast, BT1 3AJ, Tel 028 90322877, smcloughlin@rics.org
www.rics.org/events

Probate Practitioners Day
16 April 2008 1.30pm-6.45pm (Limavady) OR 29 April 2008 10am-4.15pm
(Belfast)
Radisson Roe Hotel Limavady OR
Stormont Hotel Belfast

SPEAKERS The Hon Mr Justice Deeny: Sheena Grattan BL: Michael Nangle, Dawson Nangle Tumelty: Paul Nolan, Solicitor

The SLS Annual Probate Practitioners Days will again provide a practical and focused approach to this important area of work. Topics will include: Estates involving Foreign Property; Transferable Nil Rate Bands & the future of Will Trusts: Budget 2008 Update:The Disappointed Beneficiary: Administration Of Estates - solving practical problems

COST £140
CPD HOURS 5 of which 3 count as client care

SLS Legal Publications
50 Malone Road
Belfast BT9 5BS
Tel: 028 90667711
Fax: 028 90667733

Data Protection: From A to Z
16th Apr 2008
Wellington Park Hotel, Belfast

Speaker: Paul Simpkins

The Data Protection Act 1998 cuts to the heart of every public sector organisation. The information we hold, what we do with it and how it is made available has to comply with the 1998 Act. Recent stories in the media (the Soham Trial, Identity cards etc) demonstrate the need to understand when data can be used and shared lawfully. This course will cut through the legal jargon and give you an action plan for compliance. Updated for 2008 to include POAs and data sharing issues.

Price: £245 + VAT

CPD Hours: 4.5

Contact Act Now Training Ltd, 64 Bradford Road, Dewsbury, WF13 2DU
Available to book on-line: actnowtraining@btconnect.com or ring 01924 451 054

The Supervisory Manager

Thurs 17 April and Thurs 25 September 2008:
9.30am - 4.30pm
Holiday Inn, Belfast

SPEAKER(S) Derek Scott and David McComb, Parity

This is one of four events in our popular "Refresh, Revise and Excel" series designed to offer delegates the opportunity to fine tune existing management skills whilst learning new ones from experts with many years' experience of their chosen subjects. All events offer two tracks of at least 5 sessions each, allowing delegates the opportunity to pick and choose their way through a great day's interactive learning at a special low price. The emphasis throughout will be on providing practical tips on making employees better in their given role. Session include: People Management OR Personal EffectivenessPerformance Management OR Effective Organising of your Day Successful Project Management OR Personal PromotionDealing with Difficult Employees OR Developing your Self Awareness

COST From £199.00 + VAT
CPD HOURS 7

Legal-Island LtdTel: 028 9446 3888 Fax: 028 9446 3516

http://www.legalisland.com/NI2008events.pdf

Essentials of Equality Law

Thurs 17 April 2008: 9.30am - 4.30pm
Holiday Inn, Ormeau Ave , Belfast

SPEAKER(S) Sinead Mulhern

Employment law changes fast. Equality Law changes fastest of all. Even without all the changes, its the most complex area of employment law.This new full-day workshop breaks equality law into manageable pieces and uses group exercises and case studies to reinforce learning at each stage.Designed with new HR professionals and managers in mind, this course aims to build an understanding of the importance of discrimination laws in a user-friendly way.The Programme includes:* Background & Legislation* Common Themes and Concepts* Spotting the Differences* Awards and Keynote Cases* Getting your House in OrderAs with other Legal-Island employment law courses this one will contain a comprehensive notes pack as standard.

COST From £343.20 + VAT
CPD HOURS 7

Legal-Island LtdTel: 028 9446 3888 Fax: 028 9446 3516

http://www.legalisland.com/NI2008events.pdf

RICS NI 75TH Anniversary Gala Dinner
18 April 2008, 7.30pm- for 8pm
Culloden Hotel, Hollywood

Guests will entertained by the Panama Jazz Band on arrival and throughout dinner. The evening is great opportunity to entertain clients and colleagues. With guest speaker Gyles Brandreth (writer, broadcaster, and former MP)

COST £49 per Person, £450 perTable of 10
CPD HOURS 2
RICS, 9-11 Corporation Square , Belfast , BT1 3AJ ,
smcloughlin@rics.org

MacDermott Lecture 2008

"Litigating International Disputes: The Work of the International Court of Justice in a Changing World"

Wednesday 16 April @ 5.30pm Lecture Room G07, Peter Froggatt Centre, Queen's University Belfast

SPEAKER President Rosalyn Higgins, International Court of Justice, The Hague

This is an annual public lecture organised by the School of Law, Queen's University Belfast.

COST FREE CPD HOURS 1

School of Law, Queen's University Belfast
Tel: (028) 9097 3452 Email:m.madden@qub.ac.uk

The Office Administrator

Thurs 24 April and Thurs 3 July 2008: 9.30am - 4.30pm Holiday Inn, Belfast

SPEAKER(S) tbc

This is one of four events in our popular "Refresh, Revise and Excel" series designed to offer delegates the opportunity to fine tune existing management skills whilst learning new ones from experts with many years' experience of their chosen subjects. All events offer two tracks of at least 5 sessions each, allowing delegates the opportunity to pick and choose their way through a great day's interactive learning at a special low price. The emphasis throughout will be on providing practical tips on making employees better in their given role. Session include:Personal Effectiveness OR Working With OthersMeeting Skills OR Managing Multiple Tasks Personal Effectiveness I OR Delegating & Giving Ownership Personal Effectiveness II OR Working Within a Team Environment

COST From £199.00 + VAT
CPD HOURS 7

Legal-Island LtdTel: 028 9446 3888 Fax: 028 9446 3516

http://www.legalisland.com/NI2008events.pdf

Interview Skills

Thurs 24 April: 9.30am - 1.00pm and Wed 17 September 2008: 2.00pm - 5.00pm Holiday Inn, Ormeau Avenue, Belfast

SPEAKER(S) tbc

Successful recruitment results from a well planned and effectively managed interview and selection process. This half-day seminar focuses on helping interviewers to develop and improve their interview techniques and procedures. The seminar covers :* Job analysis and job descriptions* Setting up the interview* Interview methods* Questioning techniques* Listening, Evaluating and Decision Making* Extending the selection process. The course is ideal for anyone new to interviewing or those who require a refresher course in effective interviewing skills."I liked the relaxed atmosphere and noted that every topic that I wanted covered was covered. "Eleanor Bell, HR Personnel, NI Legal Services Commission

COST From £118.40 + VAT
CPD HOURS 3½ or 3

Legal-Island Ltd Tel: 028 9446 3888 Fax: 028 9446 3516 http://www.legalisland.com/NI2008events.pdf

Introduction to Dealing with Debt (Wiseradviser)
22nd & 29th April in Belfast and 1st & 8th October in Derry
Belfast - Advice NI
Derry - Verbal Arts Centre

This course which is accredited by OCNNI at Level 2 will help you understand the basic principles of money advice, explore the nature and extent of a debt problem and how to check your clients liability.

COST £200
CPD HOURS 13
Contact Joanne Mc Coy, Money Advice Coordinator at Advice NI on 028 90 645919 or email joanne@adviceni.net

Collaborative Law Training Course

24 – 25 April 2007
9.30am – 4.30pm on both days (Coffee and Registration at 9.15am)

The Mount Conference Centre, Belfast

Pauline Tesler, the leading US Collaborative Law trainer, will again be leading the training session. This may well be Pauline’s final visit to Northern Ireland.

Description After excellent feedback in 2007, the Association of Collaborative Family Lawyers and the Law Society are again working together to bring you the 4th Collaborative Law Training Course.

The course will consist of thought provoking presentations and the practical application of theory and knowledge. It will address why Collaborative practice is a valid alternative and the practicalities of undertaking Collaborative practice.

Attendance at this course will attract 12 CPD hours in total, to include 3 hours Client Care and Practice Management. Places are limited and early booking is advisable.

£450

12 CPD hours in total, to include 3 hours Client Care and Practice Management

Susan Duffy
CPD Co-ordinator
The Law Society of Northern Ireland
Law Society House
40 Linenhall Street
Belfast
BT2 8BA
Susan.duffy@lawsoc-ni.org

Dealing with Codes of Practice & Utilities (Wiseradviser)

7th & 14th May 2008
Advice NI Office, Belfast

SPEAKER Anne Donnelly

This course which is accredited by OCNNI at level three will enable you to advise your client on their rights and responsibilities under the relevant utilities legislation.

COST £230
CPD HOURS 13
Contact Joanne Mc Coy, Money Advice Coordinator at Advice NI on 028 90 645919 or email c

Mightier Than The Sword Effective Business Writing

7 May 2008 & 18 June 2008
12.30pm – 4.30pm (Lunch and Registration at 12.15pm)

Council Chamber, Law Society Belfast

The course will be delivered by Dr Ian Sansom. Ian is a former Fellow of Emmanuel College, Cambridge, and is the current BBC Writer in Residence at the Seamus Heaney Centre for Poetry at Queen’s University, Belfast.

Description The ability to write clear, concise and professional business letters, e-mails and reports is a critical business skill. However, this seemingly straightforward task can become very time consuming. Many drafts end up in the bin with precious time editing and re-writing wasted.

This course – which ran extremely successfully in 2006 and 2007- will give you the confidence and skills to help you draft documents much faster and write persuasively and effectively. By the end of the course, you will be able to

- Achieve joint understanding with your readers
- Write in a clear, concise way that meets your readers' needs
- Adapt your style and tone to suit differing readers
- Overcome writer's block and be an effective editor of your own work
- Structure your material to suit the aim
The programme aims to maximise participation from attendees in discussions, individual and group exercises. The style is informal and the content informative.

£80

CPD hours 4 CCPM hours

Susan Duffy
CPD Co-ordinator
The Law Society of Northern Ireland
Law Society House
40 Linenhall Street
Belfast
BT2 8BA
Susan.duffy@lawsoc-ni.org

Litigation Update Seminar
7th May 2008 - 6.00p.m. - 9.00p.m.
Institute of Professional Legal Studies
10 Lennoxvale
BELFAST
BT9 5BY

SPEAKER(S) Ms Dorcas Crawford, Solicitor, Edwards & Company
Mr Gareth Jones, Solicitor, C & H Jefferson
Class Actions
Self Defence for Litigators - avoiding professional negligence claims.

COST £100
CPD HOURS 3

j.playfair@qub.ac.uk Tel. No. 028 90 976521 Fax No. 028 90 661192

Leadership & Management Skills

Thurs 8 May 2008: 9.30am - 4.30pm

Holiday Inn, Belfast

SPEAKER(S) tbc

This is one of four events in our popular "Refresh, Revise and Excel" series designed to offer delegates the opportunity to fine tune existing management skills whilst learning new ones from experts with many years' experience of their chosen subjects. All events offer two tracks of at least 5 sessions each, allowing delegates the opportunity to pick and choose their way through a great day's interactive learning at a special low price. The emphasis throughout will be on providing practical tips on making employees better in their given role. Sessions include:All About You OR Managing OthersReviewing your Management Style OR Resolving ConflictEmotional Intelligence OR Boosting Team PowerMotivating & Leading OR Developing a Coaching Style

COST From £199.00 + VAT
CPD HOURS 7

Legal-Island LtdTel: 028 9446 3888 Fax: 028 9446 3516

http://www.legalisland.com/NI2008events.pdf

Diversity Awareness

Thurs 8 May 2008: 9.30am - 1.00pm
Holiday Inn, Ormeau Avenue , Belfast

SPEAKER(S) Joe Blair & Denise Cranston, BITC

Creating a workplace that is aware of and respects the broad spectrum of human diversity is imperative for competitive organisations today. This new, interactive course increases your understanding of all aspects of diversity and begins the process for dialogue and working together productively. Special emphasis is placed on providing the skills and competencies you need for working with multicultural, inclusive teams by exploring:* Awareness of differences including: race, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, thinking styles, and other workplace differences* Bias, prejudice, and stereotypes* How exclusive behaviour distracts organisations from being successful* Promoting and valuing diversity at work

COST From £118.40 + VAT
CPD HOURS 3½

Legal-Island Ltd Tel: 028 9446 3888 Fax: 028 9446 3516 http://www.legalisland.com/NI2008events.pdf

Atypical Working

Thurs 8 May 2008: 2.00pm - 5.00pm
Holiday Inn, Ormeau Avenue , Belfast

SPEAKER(S) Pat Maxwell, UUJ and Scott Alexander, Legal-Island

With record employment levels in Northern Ireland many employers have to offer contracts of employment that suit the particular needs of the employee in an attempt to attract and retain key personnel. This seminar will examine the law and good practice that applies tothe following:* Flexible Working Methods* Flexible Benefits* The Atypical Worker and Discrimination Issues* Part-Time Working* Home Working* Agency Workers* Self Employed Contractors* The Right to Apply for More Suitable Working Hours* Fixed Term Contracts. "Invaluable; precise; informative and excellent Q&A. Excellent handouts and additional relevant information. "Fidelma Hegarty, HR Manager , Derry City Council

COST From £118.40 + VAT
CPD HOURS 3

Legal-Island Ltd Tel: 028 9446 3888 Fax: 028 9446 3516 http://www.legalisland.com/NI2008events.pdf

RICS NI Annual Conference, Future Proof - Construction skills shortages and how to address them

13 May 2008, 09.00-13.00
Stormont Hotel, Belfast

SPEAKER(S) TBC

This year's conference will look at the controversial topic of skills shortages within the land, property, and construction industry. Speakers will include academics, politicans and local employers

COST RICS Members £88.13, Non Members £111.63
CPD HOURS 4
RICS, 9-11 Corporation Square , Belfast , BT1 3AJ ,
smcloughlin@rics.org

Improve Your Knowledge of IT for Your Firm – Level 2

14 May 08 Canal Court, Newry
15 May 08 Da Vinci’s Hotel, Derry
21 May 08 Silverbirch Hotel, Omagh
23 May 08 Council Chamber, Law Society

10am – 4pm (Coffee and Registration at 9.45am)

The workshop will be delivered by TCS Solutions Ltd – IT Consultants for the Law Society.

When it comes to IT knowledge and proficiency each firm is different. To take account of this, and as the result of feedback from solicitors, the Society is providing this additional IT course.

Use your existing skills, or those you gained at Improve Your Knowledge of IT for Your Office – Level 1, to learn about better communication and work processes using MS Outlook and Office. You will learn how to share information, set up contact lists, publish calendars, create folders and advanced e-mail options. There will also be an update on recent developments within MS Office and Outlook. Each participant will have an individual PC and Internet access. Participants will receive a comprehensive resource pack with relevant course notes and supplementary information.

£150

CPD hours 5.5 CCPM hours

Susan Duffy
CPD Co-ordinator
The Law Society of Northern Ireland
Law Society House
40 Linenhall Street
Belfast
BT2 8BA
Susan.duffy@lawsoc-ni.org

NI & Irish Employment Law - Similarities & Differences Wed 14 May 2008: 9.30am - 4.30pm
Holiday Inn, Ormeau Ave, Belfast

SPEAKER(S) Ciara Dooris, Tughans, and Paul Joyce BL, Dublin

Many organisations have employees in both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. A common misconception is that employment law in both jurisdictions is broadly similar. In fact, now, in many areas the law relevant to the workplace is very different.This is particularly so where the employment legislation originates from Europe where Ireland has chosen to implement Directives such as those relating to working time and equality in a manner very different to the UK.Extended from a half to a full day, this event is designed to consider and compare the key components of employment law in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.It will suit all those in HR and management who need knowledge of employment law in both jurisdictions."Topic very relevant particularly as so many employers now operate in all of Ireland . Excellent notes.
"Orlagh O'Neill, Partner - Employment Law Department, Napier & Sons

COST From £343.20 + VAT
CPD HOURS 7

Legal-Island LtdTel: 028 9446 3888 Fax: 028 9446 3516
http://www.legalisland.com/NI2008events.pdf

Conveyancing
16 May 2008
Park Plaza Hotel Aldergrove

SPEAKER James Russell

Recent developments in conveyancing

COST £80+VAT
CPD HOURS 1.75

http://www.mckelveytraining.com
/pdfs/NI%20Solicitors%20May%20&%20June%2008.pdf

Judicial Reviews and the Human Rights Act
16 May 2008
Park Plaza Hotel Aldergrove

SPEAKER David Scoffield

Recent developments in JRs

COST £80+VAT
CPD HOURS 1.75

http://www.mckelveytraining.com
/pdfs/NI%20Solicitors%20May%20&%20June%2008.pdf

Leading your practice to success
16 May 2008
Park Plaza Hotel Aldergrove

SPEAKER Professor Nial Cairns

Client Care and Practice Management

COST £80+VAT
CPD HOURS 1.5

http://www.mckelveytraining.com
/pdfs/NI%20Solicitors%20May%20&%20June%2008.pdf

Maximising Costs Recovery
16 May 2008
Park Plaza Hotel Aldergrove

SPEAKER Paul Kerr

Client Care and Practice Management

COST £80+VAT
CPD HOURS 1.5

http://www.mckelveytraining.com/
pdfs/NI%20Solicitors%20May%20&%20June%2008.pdf

How to reduce your costs and improve your marketing
23 May 2008
Park Plaza Hotel Aldergrove

SPEAKERS Stephen McIlwrath and Alan McKelvey

Client Care and Practice Management

COST £95+VAT
CPD HOURS 3

http://www.mckelveytraining.com/
pdfs/NI%20Solicitors%2023%20May%2008.pdf

Dealing with Conflict in the Workplace

Thurs 22 May 2008: 9.30am - 4.30pm

Comfort Hotel, J1, Antrim

SPEAKER(S) Several - tbc

This full day event aims to provide a thorough guide on how to prevent and resolve conflict in the workplace. It will examine legal mechanisms available to resolve workplace disputes including the much-criticised statutory grievance procedures. Delegates will be given a choice of topics throughout the day.Topics include:* Bullying at work* Legal mechanisms* Handling grievances* Settling claims* Conflict management styles* Team building - repairing the hurt* Dealing with difficult employeesGroup work and discussion will be encouraged.
"[I] Have rarely attended an event where my concentration didn't wander at some point - it didn't today, my interest was held throughout." Joan Kinnaird, Head of Human Resources, Ballymoney Borough Council

COST From £343.20 + VAT
CPD HOURS 7

Legal-Island Ltd
Tel: 028 9446 3888 Fax: 028 9446 3516

http://www.legalisland.com/NI2008events.pdf

Negotiation Skills(Wiseradviser)
29th May 2008
Advice NI Office

SPEAKER Debbie Mills

This course is designed to provide you with tips and tactics to enable a successful outcome to negotiating with creditors and other key persons involved with debt.

COST £150
CPD HOURS 5
Contact Joanne Mc Coy,Money Advice Coordinator at Advice NI on 028 90 645919

Accidents at work 2008
30 May 2008
Belfast - venue to be confirmed

SPEAKERS Cenric Clement-Evans and Nigel Tomkins

This is APIL's annual workplace accidents course. Accidents at Work 2008 will pick up where the Accidents at Work 2007 course stopped. This completely new course written by Nigel Tomkins will cover all the important developments in the law on work related accidents using a mix of lectures and workshops.

COST £190+VAT corporate accredited firms, £225+VAT all others

CPD HOURS 6

APIL Training
11 Castle Quay
Nottingham
NG7 1FW
Tel: 0115 938 8700
Fax: 0115 950 7332

Managing to avoid costly mistakes
30 May 2008
Park Plaza Hotel Aldergrove

SPEAKER Tom McGrath CBE

Client Care and Practice Management

COST £80+VAT
CPD HOURS 1.5

http://www.mckelveytraining.com/pdfs
/NI%20Solicitors%20May%20&%20June%2008.pdf

Stress and Distress - How to improve your client support
30 May 2008
Park Plaza Hotel Aldergrove

SPEAKER Kerry Kennedy

Client Care and Practice Management. Adding value to your service.

COST £80+VAT
CPD HOURS 1.5

http://www.mckelveytraining.com/
pdfs/NI%20Solicitors%20May%20&%20June%2008.pdf

Ancillary Relief: Procedures and a review of the developing case law.

30 May 2008
Park Plaza Hotel Aldergrove

SPEAKER Lisa Jennings BL

Ancillary relief procedures and a review of the developing case law.

COST £80+VAT
CPD HOURS 1.75

http://www.mckelveytraining.com
/pdfs/NI%20Solicitors%20May%20&%20June%2008.pdf

Liquor Licensing
30 May 2008
Park Plaza Hotel Aldergrove

SPEAKER David McBrien BL

An update on liquor licensing

COST £80+VAT
CPD HOURS 1.75

http://www.mckelveytraining.com
/pdfs/NI%20Solicitors%20May%20&%20June%2008.pdf

Advanced Advocacy for Solicitors

Lectures in Evidence will be delivered over 2 Saturdays: 27th of September 2008 and October 4th 2008

The practical Advanced Advocacy Course will be held on Mon 8th September 2008 – Fri 12th September 2008.

Participants must attend both to receive the Certificate in Advanced Advocacy.

Venue.: Institute of Professional Legal Studies, Lennoxvale, Malone Road, Belfast

Speakers: The course will be delivered by faculty members of the National Institute for Trial Advocacy, staff from the Institute of Professional Legal Studies and local tutors from the Bench, Bar and Solicitors Profession.

Description: The course will consist of a series of lectures and a written dissertation in evidence followed by a five-day intensive course in Advanced Advocacy. The course is open to all solicitors who have three years post qualification experience. Whether you are primarily involved in criminal or civil work, this course will enable you to improve and develop your advocacy skills, get an insight into those factors that make a competent advocate and hopefully enhance the esteem in which solicitor advocates are held by the Judiciary and public at large.

A Certificate in Advanced Advocacy will be awarded on successful completion of the course.

Cost: £400 non-refundable deposit. Balance of £700 to be paid by 30 April 2008.

CPD hours: Full annual CPD requirement

Yvonne Blackstock, Law Society of Northern Ireland, 40 Linenhall Street, Belfast, BT2 8BA

TUPE

Wed 4 June 2008: 9.30am - 1.00pm
Holiday Inn, Ormeau Avenue , Belfast

SPEAKER(S) Tbc

The Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations- the TUPE Regulations - have perplexed employers, employees, trade unions and lawyers since their introduction in 1981.An understanding of the Regulations is essential for all those concerned with employment issues and critical to those employers currently contemplating a merger or an acquisition of another organisation. Relevant to the private, public and voluntary sector this seminar aims to bring you up to date with this complex area of law and to explain clearly and precisely:* The basic principles underpinning the legislation* The importance of the 2006 Regulations* The service provisions and contracting out* Consultation requirements* Liability for transferors and transferees* The latest case law. "In depth analysis of problems with harmonisation. "Jan Cunningham, Solicitor, Millar McCall Wylie Solicitors

COST From £118.40 + VAT CPD HOURS 3½

Legal-Island Ltd Tel: 028 9446 3888 Fax: 028 9446 3516 http://www.legalisland.com/NI2008events.pdf

Rent Review Workshop
2nd June 2008 or 16th June 2008 9.00a.m. - 1.00p.m. Institute of Professional Legal Studies 10 Lennoxvale BELFAST BT9 5BY

SPEAKER(S) Mr Gordon Mawhinney FRICS, IRRV, FACArb Hon. FIAVI Numbers strictly limited to 10 people These Workshops are ideally suited to those who have completed the Certificate in Commercial Conveyancing or have experience of Rent Review.

COST £120
CPD HOURS 3

j.playfair@qub.ac.uk Tel. No. 028 90 976521 Fax No. 028 90 661192

Wealth Management
6 June 2008
Wellington Park Hotel, Malone Road, Belfast

SPEAKER Sheena Grattan BL and Bob Fraser

How to keep the Chancellor at bay - Strategies for Estate Preservation

COST £195+VAT
CPD HOURS 3

http://www.mckelveytraining.com
/pdfs/NI%20Solicitors%206%20June%2008.pdf

Overview of the Consumer Credit Act (Wiseradviser)
10th & 11th June 2008
Advice NI Office

SPEAKER Sally Coles

This course will provide you with an understanding of the rights and obligations of creditors and debtors under the Consumer Credit Act.

COST £230
CPD HOURS 10
Contact Joanne Mc Coy, Money Advice Coordinator at Advice NI on 028 90 645919 or email joanne@adviceni.net

HR Masterclass - Striving for Excellence

Wed 11 June 2008: 9.30am - 4.30pm
Holiday Inn, Ormeau Avenue , Belfast

SPEAKER(S) Several - tbc

COST From £343.20 + VAT

CPD HOURS 7

Legal-Island LtdTel: 028 9446 3888 Fax: 028 9446 3516
http://www.legalisland.com/NI2008events.pdf

Land Law issues Part 1
13 June 2008
Park Plaza Hotel Aldergrove

SPEAKER David McBrien BL

Land Law with particular reference to boundaries COST £80+VAT CPD HOURS 1.75

http://www.mckelveytraining.com/
pdfs/NI%20Solicitors%20May%20&%20June%2008.pdf

Land Law issues Part 2
13 June 2008
Park Plaza Hotel Aldergrove

SPEAKER David McBrien BL

Land Law with particular reference to easements

COST £80+VAT
CPD HOURS 1.75
http://www.mckelveytraining.com/
pdfs/NI%20Solicitors%20May%20&%20June%2008.pdf

How to improve the marketing of your practice
13 June 2008
Park Plaza Hotel Aldergrove

SPEAKER Alan McKelvey

Client Care and Practice Management

COST £80+VAT
CPD HOURS 1.5

http://www.mckelveytraining.com/
pdfs/NI%20Solicitors%20May%20&%20June%2008.pdf

21 Common mistakes solicitors make in their practice - learning from the English experience
13 June 2008
Park Plaza Hotel Aldergrove

SPEAKER Viv Williams

Client Care and Practice Management
COST £80+VAT CPD HOURS 1.5

http://www.mckelveytraining.com/
pdfs/NI%20Solicitors%20May%20&%20June%2008.pdf

All About Leave & Family Friendly Policies

Wed 18 June 2008: 9.30am - 4.30pm

Park Plaza Hotel, Belfast International Airport

SPEAKER(S) Several tbc It's been over 10 years since the Employment Rights (NI) Order 1996 brought together the bulk of provisions relevant to leave from the workplace. Since then we have seen many changes to those rights, including the protection of those called to jury service. We review the statutory rights to time off work in their entirety.2007 saw the start of some huge and important changes to the law relating to time off from the workplace. The 'family-friendly' rights changed from April and there were new rules and regulations relation to maternity, paternity and adoptive rights. These look set to change further, with extensions to maternity pay and paternity leave announced.We saw one increase in holiday entitlement in October 2007, with more to come in 2009. This event will consider the impact of such changes together with relevant case law on absence.
"The event was very well organised and very informative. "Nicola McGarry, HR Manager, BDO Stoy Hayward

COST From £343.20 + VAT
CPD HOURS 7

Legal-Island Ltd
Tel: 028 9446 3888 Fax: 028 9446 3516

http://www.legalisland.com/NI2008events.pdf

Leadership and Team Building in a Professional Practice
18 June 2008
Belfast Harlequins Conference Centre,
Deramore Park, Malone Road, Belfast

SPEAKER Alan Solomons

Client Care and Practice Management

COST £155+VAT
CPD HOURS 3

http://www.mckelveytraining.com/
pdfs/NI%20Solicitors%2018%20Jun%2008.pdf

Landlord and tenant issues Part 1
20 June 2008
Park Plaza Hotel Aldergrove

SPEAKER David McBrien BL

Landlord and tenant issues with particular reference to business tenencies

COST £80+VAT C
PD HOURS 1.75

http://www.mckelveytraining.com/
pdfs/NI%20Solicitors%20May%20&%20June%2008.pdf

Landlord and tenant issues Part 2
20 June 2008
Park Plaza Hotel Aldergrove

SPEAKER David McBrien BL

Landlord and tenant issues with particular reference to long leases and restrictive covenants

COST £80+VAT
CPD HOURS 1.75

http://www.mckelveytraining.com/
pdfs/NI%20Solicitors%2018%20Jun%2008.pdf

Trustees
20 June 2008
Park Plaza Hotel Aldergrove

SPEAKER Bob Fraser

trustees - managing the investment risk. COST £80+VAT CPD HOURS 1.75

http://www.mckelveytraining.com/
pdfs/NI%20Solicitors%2018%20Jun%2008.pdf

Trustees
20 June 2008
Park Plaza Hotel Aldergrove

SPEAKER Sheena Grattan BL

Trustees - your duty of care

COST £80+VAT
CPD HOURS 1.75

http://www.mckelveytraining.com/
pdfs/NI%20Solicitors%2018%20Jun%2008.pdf

Disability Discrimination in Northern Ireland

Wed 25 June 2008: 9.30am - 4.30pm
Ramada Hotel, Belfast

SPEAKER(S) Several tbc

This event seeks to learn the lessons from over 10 years' operation of the Disability Discrimination Act 1995. The legislation, which is UK wide, has had a profound impact on service provision and in the workplace since it came into force. The DDA is unlike any other equality legislation. It has its own, complex definitions. It impacts on individual employees at different times of their lives and will increasingly link in with the new laws on age discrimination because more people become disabled as they grow older. The DDA also expects employers to make reasonable adjustments to the workplace in order to allow disable people to continue working or even to enable them to start work. This conference is essential for anyone concerned with the law in this area and - since the DDA now applies to every employer - that means everyone reading this. "Excellent event - learnt a lot today. Excellent notes for personal reference." Jo Quinn, Disability Liaison Team Worker, Social Security Agency

COST From £343.20 + VAT
CPD HOURS Hours 7

Legal-Island Ltd
Tel: 028 9446 3888 Fax: 028 9446 3516

http://www.legalisland.com/NI2008events.pdf

Freedom of Information Update: Latest Decisions & the Public Interest Test

3rd Jul 2008

Wellington Park Hotel, Belfast
Speaker: Tim Turner, Data Protection Officer

Under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOI), every month there are around fifteen decisions published by the Information Commissioner and two or three by the Information Tribunal. This workshop examines all the latest decisions and guidance and applies them to real life scenarios. It is also packed full of exercises designed to teach delegates the key factors to be considered when making decisions about exemptions and the public interest test. Time will also be devoted to practicing the drafting of Refusal Notices, a subject which the Information Commissioner has drawn attention to in his decisions.

£245 + VAT
CPD Hours: 4.5

Contact Act Now Training Ltd, 64 Bradford Road , Dewsbury , WF13 2DU
Available to book on-line: actnowtraining@btconnect.com or ring 01924 451 054

Dealing with Rent Arrears(Wiseradviser)
6th August 2008
Advice NI Office, Belfast

SPEAKER Housing Rights Services

This course will enable you to deal with all types of rent arrears and identify options for those facing eviction due to rent arrears.

COST £150
CPD HOURS 5

Contact Joanne Mc Coy, Money Advice Coordinator at Advice NI on 028 90 645919 or email joanne@adviceni.net

Dealing with Mortgage Arrears(Wiseradviser)
27th August 2008
Advice NI Office, Belfast

SPEAKER Housing Rights Services

This course will enable you to identify the main options for dealing with mortgage arrears prior to possession action being taken by lenders.

COST £150
CPD HOURS 5
Contact Joanne Mc Coy, Money Advice Coordinator at Advice NI on 028 90 645919 or email joanne@adviceni.net

Strategies(Wiseradviser)
18th September 2008
Advice NI Office

SPEAKER Debbie Mills

This course will help you to work with your client to develop and implement a strategy for dealing with their debts.

COST £150
CPD HOURS 5
Contact Joanne Mc Coy, Money Advice Coordinator at Advice NI on 028 90 645919 or email joanne@adviceni.net

PI update conference: autumn 2008
19 September 2008
Belfast - venue to be confirmed

SPEAKER John McQuater and Nigel Tomkins

The definitive PI update delivering the very latest in PI litigation. Topics will be confirmed nearer the time to ensure the conference is completely up to the minute.
COST £190+VAT corporate accredited firms, £225+VAT all others

CPD HOURS 6

APIL Training
11 Castle Quay
Nottingham
NG7 1FW
Tel: 0115 938 8700
Fax: 0115 950 7332

Debts and Courts in Northern Ireland
14th & 21st October in Belfast/15th & 22nd October in Derry
Belfast - Advice NI
Derry- Verbal Arts Centre

SPEAKER Louise Togneri/Debbie Mills

This course accredited by OCNNI at level three will help you understand the structure and jurisdiction of courts in Northern Ireland and the procedures involved in debt cases.

COST £230
CPD HOURS 13
Contact Joanne Mc Coy, Money Advice Coordinator at Advice NI on 028 90 645919 or email joanne@adviceni.net

Employee Information & Privacy

Wed 15 October 2008: 9.30am - 4.30pm
Holiday Inn, Belfast

SPEAKER(S) Marie Anderson and Several tbc

Efficient processing of information relating to employees is of increasing importance in today's modern workplace. Effective use of IT, sophisticated software and automated processes make the tasks of those in HR, Payroll and Management easier, reduces costs and can improve competitiveness. The processing of employee related personal data raises particular issues, which we deal with in depth. Topics include:
* Employee Data Security and Privacy in the UK & Ireland* Recruitment and Selection
* Managing Employee Records
* Monitoring Email and Internet Use at Work.
* Accessing Employee Information.
* Employee Privacy, Monitoring and Surveillance
This conference will suit human resource and payroll officers, data controllers, managers, trade union representatives, solicitors, legal officers and anyone with an interest in the processing of information relating to those at work.
"Very well organised and informative. This was my first attendance at a Legal-Island event and I was impressed." Julie Ringland, Navigator Blue Limited

COST From £343.20 + VAT
CPD HOURS 7

Legal-Island Ltd Tel: 028 9446 3888 Fax: 028 9446 3516
http://www.legalisland.com/NI2008events.pdf

Equality Law in NI Update 2008

Wed 24 September 2008: 9.30am - 4.30pm
Holiday Inn, Belfast

SPEAKER(S) Several tbc

It is always critical for employment lawyers in Northern Ireland to understand the law relating to discrimination and equality. It is a subject that must be carefully studied and closely watched by all those concerned with employment - from recruitment and interview right through to termination of employment and beyond. This event is for experienced employment law and HR practitioners. We analyse all the key case law in the past year from Northern Ireland , UK and Europe . No basics - just case law that you need to know about to stay ahead. We also explain any legislative changes and highlight what the important issues are to watch out for in 2009.Don't get left behind. Get CPD and top class notes. "Very efficiently organised: presentations were excellent and informative. Highly recommended." Tom Campbell, Partner, Campbell Stafford

COST From £343.20 + VAT
CPD HOURS 7

Legal-Island LtdTel: 028 9446 3888 Fax: 028 9446 3516

http://www.legalisland.com/NI2008events.pdf

Individual Voluntary Arrangements (Wiseradviser)
23rd October 2008
Verbal Arts Centre, Derry

SPEAKER Debbie Mills

This course will provide trainees with the ability to identify when an Individual Voluntary Arrangement (IVA) is appropriate. It will explain the IVA procedures and enable you to make appropriate referrals to Insolvency Practitioners

COST £150
CPD HOURS 4

Contact Joanne Mc Coy, Money Advice Coordinator at Advice NI on 028 90 645919 or email joanne@adviceni.net

Introduction to Bankruptcy (Wiseradviser)
30th October 2008
Advice NI Office, Belfast

SPEAKER Michele Loughran

This course will give a basic step by step overview to bankruptcy legislation in Northern Ireland and trainees will be able to identify when a bankruptcy is appropriate.

COST £150
CPD HOURS 5
Contact Joanne Mc Coy, Money Advice Coordinator at Advice NI on 028 90 645919 or email joanne@adviceni.net

Annual Review of Employment Law 2008

Thurs 13 and Tues 25 November 2008: 9.30am - 4.30pm Culloden and Ramada Hotels, Belfast

SPEAKER(S) Several tbc Our Annual review of Employment Law is the conference event of the year - every year. Unlike any reviews offered by other organisations this event features parallel HR and employment law sessions and gives you the choice of topics throughout the day. The programme for our Annual Review dates is set just a few months beforehand to ensure that we bring you the very latest developments relevant to the world of work. Last year was our biggest yet and 2008 marks our 10th anniversary - so we can guarantee more surprises than ever. Don't miss out on the best networking opportunity of the year.
"The most professionally organised event that I have attended within the last five years - well done!" Dr Paul Madden - Engineering Manager, Goodrich, Belfast

COST From £343.20 + VAT
CPD HOURS 7

Legal-Island LtdTel: 028 9446 3888 Fax: 028 9446 3516
http://www.legalisland.com/NI2008events.pdf

Assessment of Damages in Personal Injury Cases

4 June 2008 6.30-8.30pm

Canada Room, Queen's University Belfast

SPEAKERS: Mr Justice Stephens: Judge David Smyth QC

The publication by SLS of the Judicial Studies Board.s new edition of The Green Book offers a timely opportunity to examine the assessment of general damages in personal injury cases in Northern Ireland. Mr Justice Stephens and Judge Smyth were both members of the JSB Committee which compiled the new edition and will therefore be able to provide expert insight into both the assessment of damages in the High Court and also in the County Court

COST: £70
CPD HOURS: 2

SLS Legal Publications
50 Malone Road
Belfast BT9 5BS
T: 028 90667711
F: 028 90667733

Software Compliance - doing business legally

24th April 2008 and 6th May 2008

Thursday 24th April Nitec premises Antrim Technology Park (8.30am)
Tuesday 6th May- The Merchant Hotel Belfast (8.15am)

SPEAKER: Nigel Mulholland - Managing Director Nitec Solutions Ltd

-Software Asset Management overview
- compliancy and the consequences!
- Microsoft Software Licensing Overview
- What does your business currently run (demonstration on how to find out)
- what options are available from Microsoft?

COST: FOC
CPD HOURS: 1

Nitec Solutions Ltd
Antrim Technology Park
Belfast Road
Antrim
BT41 1QS

to register - www.nitec.com/licensingevent
T: 028 94427000
Email: solutions@nitec.com

Appeal and Review in Criminal Cases: The 2008 Criminal Bar Association Conference

Saturday 10 May 2008 10am-4.30pm

Canada Room, Queen's University Belfast

SPEAKERS: Sir Brian Kerr, Lord Chief Justice: Judge Burgess: Arthur Harvey QC: David Scoffield BL: Professor Michael Allen, Criminal Cases Review Commission

The aim of this annual Criminal Bar Association conference is to bring together those working in the field of criminal law, whether as judges, practitioners, academics or policy makers, to engage in discussion and debate on the role of the Court of Appeal and the Criminal Cases Review Commission and to consider generally the processes of appeal and review in criminal cases.

COST: £130
CPD HOURS: 5

SLS Legal Publications
50 Malone Road
Belfast
BT9 5BS
T: 028 90667711
F: 028 90667733

Corporate Manslaughter

22 April 2008 6.30-8.30pm

Canada Room, Queen's University Belfast

The Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007 comes into force on 6 April 2008 and introduces a new statutory offence of corporate manslaughter in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. This means that an organisation whose gross negligence leads to death will face criminal prosecution for manslaughter. Organisations covered by the Act, including corporations, partnerships and trade unions will be guilty of the new offence if the way their senior management (individually or collectively) organises or manages their activities causes a person's death and this amounts to a gross breach of a relevant duty of care owed to the deceased. This seminar will examine the implications of the new legislation and how this differs from the present position. We shall look at the role of the Health and Safety Executive in Northern Ireland and what advice should be offered to clients in preparation for their new responsibilities e.g. safety management documentation.

SPEAKERS: Richard Matthews, Barrister, 2 Bedford Row: Louis Burns, Health and Safety Executive for NI

COST: £70
CPD HOURS: 2

SLS Legal Publications
50 Malone Road
Belfast
BT9 5BS
T: 028 90667711
F: 028 90667733

Employment Law in Northern Ireland

15 May 2008 6.30-8.30pm

Canada Room, Queen's University Belfast

The President of the Employment Appeal Tribunal, The Hon Mr Justice Elias will give a talk on recent developments in the Employment Appeal Tribunal. This will be followed by John O.Hara QC who will consider reforms to the practices and procedures of the Industrial Tribunals and Fair Employment Tribunal in Northern Ireland. Beverley Jones will then look at issues arising in equal pay claims which will include particular reference to the management of claims involving multiple claimants. The speakers will then form a panel where there will be the opportunity to ask questions and debate the above matters and other current issues in employment law in Northern Ireland.

SPEAKERS: The Hon Mr Justice Elias, President of the EAT: John O'Hara QC: Beverley Jones, Partner Jones & Cassidy: Chaired by Neil Drennan QC.

COST: £70
CPD HOURS: 2

SLS Legal Publications
50 Malone Road
Belfast
BT9 5BS
T: 028 90667711
F: 028 90667733

Solicitors (Client Communication) Practice Regulations 2008 - Explanation and Guidance

10th June 2008 11.45 - 2.00pm Glenavon House Hotel, Cookstown
10th June 2008 4.15 - 6.30 The City Hotel, Derry
11th June 2008 11.45 - 2 The Canal Court, Newry
11th June 2008 4.15 - 6.30 The Europa, Belfast

Venue: See above

The vast majority of people dealing with a solicitor do so in an efficient and satisfactory way. However, occasionally, due to the highly complex nature of these dealings problems can arise. When this happens it is important that solicitors know how to deal with the issue quickly and effectively.
The Society has long recognised the need for all legal firms to have sound client relations practices - indeed many firms currently have strong policies in place. In his recent Review of Legal Services, Sir George Bain stated that he saw a need for change in how client complaints were handled and wrote that "all solicitors firms should have a formal complaints procedure in place that is made known to all clients and prospective clients."
In furtherance of this aim the Society proposes implementing new regulations to be known as the Solicitors (Client Communication) Practice Regulations 2008 which provide that clients must receive a Terms of Engagement letter indicating the nature of the work being carried out, who will be doing it, how much it will cost or how fees will be calculated and that each firm will have an in-house complaints procedure.
The regulations will undoubtedly have an impact and short-term adjustment will be needed, however the long-term benefits of this will be early resolution of complaints, preservation of client-solicitor relationships and a decrease in the number of complaints to the Society thus benefiting the profession as a whole.
The regulations will come into effect on 1st September 2008 therefore the Society is undertaking a series of CPD events to communicate with the profession and present and explain the new regulations before they come into force. A substantial and comprehensive resource pack will be made available on the day. This is without doubt a vital seminar to be involved in as the changes will affect every solicitor.

MAIN SPEAKERS: Law Society Northern Ireland representatives and Philip Yelland, Law Society Scotland

COST: £50 reduced rate
CPD HOURS: 2 CCPM

Susan Duffy, CPD Co-ordinator, LSNI,
T: 028 90 231614

Alleviating Burdens on Land: Case Law Insights on Litigation v Title Indemnity - Using Title Insurance in the 21st Century

20 May 2008

Venue: Ulster Reform Club, Belfast

Since its introduction into the UK conveyancing market in the 1980's, title insurance has predominantly been regarded as the solicitor's last resort, only to be relied on once all other risk deletion avenues are exhausted. However, the UK wide property boom of recent decades and the more topical influx of property investors and developers in the Northern Irish market, has resulted in greater demand for title insurance as a risk management device. As transactions become increasingly complex and as demanding clients impose stricter time constraints on solicitors, the utility of the product has never been more apparent.
This seminar proposes to examine, using case studies and recent UK judgments, the basic principles associated with the use of title insurance for risk management and as a mechanism for enabling solicitors to work smarter in the interests of their clients. The following topics will be covered:
1.The mechanics of the standard title insurance policy with emphasis on:

Indemnity limits and loss definitions -the range of cover available -claims handling
Basic insurance principles as they relate to these specialist insurance policies.

2. The case for insuring risks as opposed to deleting risks with reference to the following more frequently encountered risks:

Restrictive covenants
Adverse possession / possessory title
Ransom strips

3. The utility of title insurance in the following complex deal categories:

Property investment portfolios
Development sites
Property asset backed securitisations

MAIN SPEAKER: The seminar will be delivered by Reema Mannah, a Scottish / English dual qualified solicitor who has had four years experience working as a Senior Underwriter in the London and Glasgow offices of First Title plc which is part of the First American group and the market leader in the UK industry.

COST: £25 (Donated to Solicitors Benevolent Fund)
CPD HOURS: 1.5 hours

Susan Duffy, CPD Co-ordinator, LSNI,
T: 028 90 231614

Introduction to Inheritance Tax

Thursday 29th May

Northern Ireland Science Park, The Innovation Centre, Queens Island, Belfast, BT3 9DT

This course is designed for participants acting in the private client area with little or no knowledge or experience of Inheritance Tax. The course will cover the basic principles, computational aspects, main relief.s and Inheritance Tax Planning.

MAIN SPEAKER: Mike Nangle

COST: £170.38 inc VAT
CPD HOURS: 3

Anna Harkness
Blue Sky Training Ltd
Ormeau House
91-97 Ormeau Road
Belfast
BT7 1SH
T: 028 90 261 149
Email: anna@blueskytraining.co.uk
Web: www.blueskytraining.co.uk

Negotiation Skills

Wednesday 25th June

Northern Ireland Science Park, The Innovation Centre, Queens Island, Belfast, BT3 9DT

If there is one managerial skill which improves performance more than any other it is the ability to negotiate. Not simply to negotiate wages and contracts with employees, but also to negotiate to create and pursue business opportunities, and to establish value-added relationships. Through a better understanding of the negotiation process managers can develop their influencing skills and exercise greater control over the environment around them.

MAIN SPEAKER: Dr Robert Kerr - Course Director for the Masters in Busines Studies (MBS) within the University of Ulster.

COST: £146.88 inc VAT
CPD HOURS: 3

Anna Harkness
Blue Sky Training Ltd
Ormeau House
91-97 Ormeau Road
Belfast
BT7 1SH
T: 028 90 261 149
Email: anna@blueskytraining.co.uk
Web: www.blueskytraining.co.uk

How to Combat Stress in the Workplace

Friday 6th June

Northern Ireland Science Park, The Innovation Centre, Queens Island, Belfast, BT3 9DT

The aim of this course is to enable delegates to examine the causes of stress and its impact on their own lives which will provide a range of techniques for helping themselves manage their own stress positively.

MAIN SPEAKER:Mr Trevor Magee - Rickter Practitioner, Life Coach and Stress Tutor

COST: £146.88 inc VAT
CPD HOURS: 3

Anna Harkness
Blue Sky Training Ltd
Ormeau House
91-97 Ormeau Road
Belfast
BT7 1SH
T: 028 90 261 149
Email: anna@blueskytraining.co.uk
Web: www.blueskytraining.co.uk

An Introduction to Trusts

Tuesday 24th June

Northern Ireland Science Park, The Innovation Centre, Queens Island, Belfast, BT3 9DT
Trusts are important tools for both tax planning and general estate planning, however many practitioners have an inadequate understanding of the legal basis and tax regimes surrounding Trusts.

This course will focus heavily on the practical considerations including case studies and simple planning issues using Trusts.

MAIN SPEAKER: Mike Nangle

COST: £170.38 inc VAT
CPD HOURS: 3

Anna Harkness
Blue Sky Training Ltd
Ormeau House
91-97 Ormeau Road
Belfast
BT7 1SH
T: 028 90 261 149
Email: anna@blueskytraining.co.uk
Web: www.blueskytraining.co.uk

Introduction to VAT

Tuesday 17th June

Northern Ireland Science Park, The Innovation Centre, Queens Island, Belfast, BT3 9DT
VAT implications on Property transactions are extremely complex. Practitioners need to be aware of the VAT implications of property transactions and property ownership. This course is suitable for those with little or no knowledge or experience of VAT in the area of property. The course includes extensive use of case studies and practical examples.

MAIN SPEAKER: Mike Nangle

COST: £170.38 inc VAT
CPD HOURS: 3

Anna Harkness
Blue Sky Training Ltd
Ormeau House
91-97 Ormeau Road
Belfast
BT7 1SH
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