The Northern Ireland Young Solicitors Association (NIYSA) is bringing the prestigious ‘European Young Bar Association Spring Conference’ to Belfast on the 7th-9th of April.
Having fought off opposition from other European organisations in their bid, the conference will come to Northern Ireland for only the third time, and will feature one of the world’s current highest profile lawyers in American Criminal Defence Attorney, Jerry Buting.
Mr Buting expressed his excitement about the forthcoming Belfast based event;
“Having dedicated my life to the legal profession, I am grateful to be able to attend such a wonderful event and help young lawyers in any way I can. I’m acutely aware of the challenges facing young lawyers in today’s world, so I’m always keen to pass on any useful advice I may have received over the years.
Belfast is a wonderful city which has really progressed in recent years, and, in addition, I have family ties in Co.Antrim so I’m genuinely excited for the event and trip to Northern Ireland.”
Mr Buting was also keen to praise the efforts of the NIYSA whilst drawing upon his experience in the hit documentary series;
“I would like to congratulate Julie-Ann and the Northern Ireland Young Solicitors’ Association for earning the chance to host the European Young Bar event.
The Stephen Avery case was exceptionally challenging and ultimately disappointing, however, the “Making a Murderer” documentary has captured the public imagination and has got many young people interested in the legal profession once more.”
The three day conference will commence on the 7th of April with a welcome reception at the Ivory Restaurant, Belfast. The main academic conference will take place at Ten Square Hotel on Friday the 8th of April with a full programme of social events over the weekend.
NIYSA Chair, Julie-Ann McCaffrey spoke of her delight at bringing such an event to Belfast;
“As Chair of the NIYSA I am exceptionally proud to have been able to bring an event of this magnitude to Belfast. With the help of our sponsors, Herbert Smith Freehills, Brightwater Recruitment, Cleaver Fulton Rankin, the Law Society of NI and the Bar Library, lawyers from all across Europe and further afield will get to sample this wonderful event and explore some of what Belfast has to offer.
Having Jerry Buting on board as a guest speaker will add plenty of excitement to the event, so we hope for excellent support and turn out. The ‘Making a Murderer’ series was the first documentary of its kind to obtain international interest and provide a unique insight into court room trials. I have no doubt many attendees will be enthused at the prospect at hearing Jerry speak and asking questions on the notorious case.”
Further information for the event and tickets may be purchased at www.niysa.com.
With only a limited number available, prospective attendees are advised to move quickly to avoid disappointment.
The theme for the conference is “The Law of Attraction.” The conference will provide attendees with an excellent opportunity to network with fellow lawyers from across Europe and will cover a range of ‘hot’ topics, including:
- Northern Ireland as a hotbed of investment: how your firm can contribute;
- How to win clients and influence your peers;
- The pros and cons of social media;
- Every lawyer’s greatest desire – achieving justice.
Other speakers will include representatives of international law firms, the business development agency Invest Northern Ireland and the UK Government’s Trade & Investment body.
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