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Alistair has spent two decades in technology consulting and the last three years focused specifically on AI adoption for small and medium businesses so he has all the expertise to guide solicitors on how to get started with AI.
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AI and tech expert, Alastair McDermott (HumanSpark) will be joining the guest panel this Thurs 18th June at 1pm to provide us with a demonstration of AI tools working in real time on real legal tasks, showing the possibilities of AI for supporting solicitors in daily practice.
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Are you feeling completely overwhelmed by AI and don’t know how to start using it in your legal practice?
If so, you need to book your place for this week’s webinar – AI in Practice: Live Demos for the Tools That Actually Matter Right Now
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And SGN member Paul Brady & Co were awarded Lawyer of the Year for the Leinster region.
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Additional to those featured in our pictures, SGN member Joanne Irwin’s team Damien Tansey Solicitors LLP won the top prize for Personal Injury & Medical Negligence Law Firm of the Year for the Connaught/Ulster region.
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Here we wanted to give a special shoutout to those within the SGN community who were awarded the top prize in their categories on the night. Well done to all finalists and winners – it’s a truly wonderful achievement.
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Last Friday 12th of June, the annual Leap Irish Law Awards 2026 took place at the Clayton Hotel, Burlington Road in Dublin.
We were delighted to see so many members of our SGN community listed as finalists in a range of categories.
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Whether you're AI-curious, AI-skeptical, or already experimenting and looking for direction, this session will give you a clearer picture of where to start - and where not to bother.
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Here’s all you need to know about our next webinar here at SGN.
On Thurs 18th June at 1pm, Alastair McDermott, founder of HumanSpark, will show AI tools working in real time, on real tasks - so you can see exactly what's possible, what's hype, and where to focus your time.
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Don’t miss this important update on Proprietary Estoppel in the Supreme Court. Join us today, Thursday June 4th at 1pm - solicitorsgrowth.com/webinar…
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In this webinar, John will be sharing a clear and practical overview of the implications of the decision for both commercial and domestic disputes, along with guidance on how the courts may approach these claims in future.
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There’s still time to register for today’s webinar.
This lunchtime, leading barrister & legal academic, John Mee will be discussing the recent Supreme Court decision in Ace Autobody v Motorpark Ltd [2026] IESC 9 and what it means for proprietary estoppel claims moving forward.
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It's going to be a fantastic day of learning, honest conversation, and connection and we'd love to have you (or a colleague you think may be interested) in the room.
All ticket options and full schedule of the day is available on our Event page - solicitorsgrowth.com/sgn-wom…
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We'll close the afternoon with a candid generational fireside panel between women at very different stages of their careers.
Add in a facilitated networking lunch, a professional headshot station, that curated goodie bag, and refreshments throughout the day.
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A fantastic lineup of speakers, including keynote Sinéad Brady, The Career Psychologist, plus sessions on closing the AI gap, the nervous system and stress for high-performers, and personal image/brand.
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If you haven’t booked your ticket yet, here's a quick reminder of what's in store:
First of all, 5 hrs of in-person CPD (your full in-person requirement, done in a day).
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It’s officially one week to go until our first SGN Women in Law Forum 2026, which is taking place on Wednesday 10th June at the Clayton Hotel, Cork City and there are just a handful of tickets left!
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As always, if you can’t make the live, a recording will be available to watch in your own time.
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This webinar will provide solicitors with a clear and practical overview of the implications of the decision for both commercial and domestic disputes, along with guidance on how the courts may approach these claims in future.
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• The distinction between commercial and domestic proprietary estoppel claims
• Judicial commentary on remedies and the wider implications for future cases
• Risk management considerations for practitioners
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