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Introduction to the Legal System
This is an entry-level course aimed at giving participants a broad understanding of the Irish legal system and how to interact with it. Practical tips and useful referral options are emphasised, legal terms are clearly explained and common misconceptions and pitfalls for the layman are laid to rest.
Aim: Entry-level understanding of the Irish legal system
On completion participants will be able to:
- Synopsise the structure of the Irish Legal System
- Outline the function of lobbyists, legislators, law enforcers and the Courts
- Explain common legal terms
- Identify common misconceptions and pitfalls for the layman
- Synopsise the Legal Aid service
- Suggest practical tips for dealing with lawyers
- Refer to relevant advisory, information and support agencies
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Coming Up
A Public Information Presentation entitled ‘Making a Will won’t kill you’ is to take place in Beara, County Cork at Eyeries National School at 7.30pm on Tuesday 23 February 2016. Hosted by Eyeries NS Parents’ Association and delivered by Anne O’Carroll of Cascade Training Consultancy, this jargon-free presentation gives practical tips on how to make a will, what happens if you don’t and how best to provide for your loved ones, avail of tax breaks and ensure peace of mind. This event is a fund-raiser for the school and is open to all, but parents of young children or other dependents are particularly encouraged to attend. There will be a Question & Answer session afterwards and handouts will be provided.
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Excellent! No time wasted or needless repetition, there was information conveyed all the time. Also relaxed, no jargon and friendly.
Excellent, I will approach many situations in a more confident way. I hope to be more tuned in.
Very useful and will be used in my everyday work.
An excellent learning experience in the field of intercultural communication. Thank You!
Very very practical and useful in an everyday way. Kept my attention all day!
Enlightening!
Well thought out.
Fascinating – Very Interesting.
Very focused. Not a minute wasted. Anne and Sabrina worked well together and are obviously really well prepared. Very enjoyable, more of this please!
An invigorating, interesting journey through dealing with interculturalism.
A very useful insight into an underestimated area of work.
Surprisingly better than I had imagined – fun but practical and informative. Thank you.
Very interesting entertaining and crucial for working and living in a multicultural society.
Helpful, enjoyable, professional, realistic and non-judgemental.
Excellent! A high standard of training.