Annual Conference: In-House Counsel: The challenges faced by in-house counsel in terms of providing independent minded advice, displaying leadership, and managing conflict.

The conference will take place on Thursday, November 6th, 2025, from 9am to 4pm. Open to all graduates of the King's Inns who are practising barristers working outside the Law Library, either in public or private practice.

The day will start with registration and tea/coffee at 9am, followed by a welcome and opening address by The Hon Mr Justice Oisin Quinn at 9:30am. At 10am, Minister Mr Jim O'Callaghan TD will give an address.

The keynote speaker session will begin at 10:30am, with Padraig O'Riordain, who is currently the lead in-house Counsel for CRH and a former graduate of the Kings Inns. After a tea/coffee break at 11am, the conference will continue at 11:30am with a segment on the challenges faced by in-house counsel, including providing independent-minded advice, displaying leadership, and managing conflict. This segment will feature 15-minute presentations followed by a panel discussion and Q&A.

The afternoon sessions will include a regulatory update by the LSRA, a segment on AI & Legal Practice, and a discussion on professional ethics. The day will conclude with a workshop, panel discussion, or fireside chat on health and wellbeing in the legal space.

More information on the agenda, speakers, and bookings will be announced soon. Stay tuned!