25th Annual Law Society Conference

3 Feb 2026

Happening On 23/02/2026

'Artificial Intelligence integration into Legal Practices: Strategic Transformation of Legal Operations, Improved Efficiency and Enhanced Decision-Making'

The only student-led professional law conference in Ireland is fast approaching. The 25th Annual UCC Law Society Conference will take place on Monday the 23rd of February from 9.15am to 2.30pm. The conference will take place in the Aula Maxima in UCC.

This year’s theme will delve into how Artificial Intelligence has the power to transform legal practices, improve efficiency, and enhance client interactions. The title of the conference is, “Artificial Intelligence Integration into Legal Practices: Strategic Transformation of Legal Operations, Improved Efficiency and Enhanced Decision-Making.” 

We are delighted to announce William Fry LLP has kindly sponsored this event. Attendees will receive goodybags containing William Fry and Legal Success Toolkit merchandise.

Dean of the UCC Law School, Professor Conor O'Mahony will open the event, with Professor Nessa Lynch acting as Chair. Guests will have the opportunity to attend two panel discussions, with insights into the theme delivered by legal professionals, members of legal academia and relevant business professionals. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions to the panel during a Q&A session. The following panellists will be speaking on the day:

Dr. Barry Scannell- Partner in William Fry LLP's Technology Department

Laurencia Maguire- Business Development Manager at LEAP 

Elaine Morrissey- AI Governance lawyer 

Emerald de Leeuw- Head of Privacy and AI Governance at Logitech

Justice Max Barret- Judge of the High Court

This will be supplemented by a careers focused networking session for students, staff and attendees during a break between the panels. 

CyberSafe Kids are our chosen charity partners for the conference. A charity raffle will be held on the day with a chance to win exciting prizes.

The conference is open to all, with no entry fee and seat allocation will therefore operate on a first-come-first-serve basis. 

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We look forward to seeing you there