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14/05/2024

A fun, sustainable Calcutta Run

The Law Society of Ireland is committed to hosting the Calcutta Run as a sustainable and…

The Law Society of Ireland is committed to hosting the Calcutta Run as a sustainable and community-based event.

The Law Society of Ireland is committed to hosting the Calcutta Run as a sustainable and…

The Law Society of Ireland is committed to hosting the Calcutta Run as a sustainable and community-based event.

07/05/2024

Calcutta Run yoga

Warm up for the Calcutta Run with a yoga session organised by the Younger Members…

Warm up for the Calcutta Run with a yoga session organised by the Younger Members Committee.

Warm up for the Calcutta Run with a yoga session organised by the Younger Members…

Warm up for the Calcutta Run with a yoga session organised by the Younger Members Committee.

30/04/2024

Decision Support Service update

The Law Society continues to engage with the Decision Support Service (DSS) on practical…

The Law Society continues to engage with the Decision Support Service (DSS) on practical issues arising with Enduring Powers of Attorney (EPAs).

The Law Society continues to engage with the Decision Support Service (DSS) on practical…

The Law Society continues to engage with the Decision Support Service (DSS) on practical issues arising with Enduring Powers of Attorney (EPAs).

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