 Founded in 1956 Medico-Legal Society of Ireland |
Welcome to the Medico-Legal Society of Ireland
The Medico-Legal Society of Ireland was formed in 1956 with the aim of promoting discussion and understanding between members of the medical, legal and associated professions. Continuing medical and scientific developments create new medico-legal issues. New legislation and legal developments affect medical practice. The professions share common interests and problems thus benefiting both areas to seek a greater understanding of each other’s perspectives on common issues.
The Society invites key speakers to address current medico-legal topics. The academic lectures attract Continuous Professional Development (CPD) points. Each lecture for the 67th Session will provide 2 CPD points. |
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PROGRAMME FOR THE 67th SESSION 2022 - 2023
Founded in 1956
The Medico-Legal Society of Ireland
(Lectures will take place at 7pm sharp unless otherwise stated)
Thursday, 13th October 2022
Programme Launch and the President’s Address followed by a reception
The Honorable Society of King’s Inns
‘Alternative Dispute Resolution: A Growing Trend’
Ms. Cathrina Keville BL, President of the Medico-Legal Society of Ireland
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Thursday, 17th November 2022
Kildare Street and University Club
‘Irish Legal and Medical Challenges in Inter-Country and Domestic Adoptions’
Ms. Patricia Carey, CEO of The Adoption Authority of Ireland
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Thursday, 8th December 2022
Kildare Street and University Club
‘Mediation and Medical Negligence Claims’
Ms. Sara Moorhead SC
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Thursday, 26thJanuary 2023
Kildare Street and University Club
'Stress and Associated Issues in the Workplace’
Mr. Peter Ward SC
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Saturday, 25th February 2023
Medico-Legal Society Academic Day 2023
The Honorable Society of King’s Inns
(Programme to follow)
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Thursday, 23rd March 2023
The Honorable Society of King’s Inns
‘Medico-Legal Aspects of Doping in Sport’
Ms. Louise Reilly BL
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Thursday, 27th April 2023
Kildare Street and University Club
‘A View through the Judicial Retroscope’
The Honourable Mr Justice Peter Kelly, Patron and Past President, Medico-Legal Society
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Saturday, 20th May 2023
Annual Maytime Gala Dinner (Black-tie)
Kildare Street and University Club
(Details to follow)
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Thursday, 22ndJune 2023 @ 6.30pm
Annual General Meeting of the Society
Kildare Street and University Club
followed by Reception
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CPD/The College of Psychiatrists of Ireland. CPD certificates of attendance will be emailed to registered attendees following each meeting.
Members and their guests are encouraged to join the Council and speakers for dinner. Dinner with beverage is €60 per person. Members intending to dine after relevant meetings must book in advance. Dinner bookings received up to one working day before the lecture dates are confirmed. Bookings made thereafter are not confirmed and places are allocated on a stand-by basis only. To book dinner places please Email: Honorary Treasurer, treasurermedicolegalsoc@gmail.com Members who book for dinner and who do not attend or who do not cancel their booking at least one working day before the lecture date, will be liable for the full cost of their meal.
The dress code for the Kildare Street and University Club is jacket and tie for gentlemen and similar appropriate dress for ladies (no trainers or denim). Please observe the dress code when attending the Society’s events and functions. Mobile phones must be turned off while in the Club.
The Council of the Medico-Legal Society have considered current public health guidelines when planning this programme of events and where possible, the Council will facilitate online webinar access for members. Advance notice for all lectures and dining, where applicable, will be circulated by the Honorary Secretary.