Cork Courthouse

Today we got a chance to go to the Cork Courthouse.  During our day long visit we got to meet with Judges on the high court; observe several trials; and–perhaps my favorite–see the barristers in their specialized robes and wigs.

(Just kidding! that wasn’t my favorite part of the trip, just something I found fascinating.)

While waiting for the day to start I had a chance to chat with one of the Irish students about the difference between solicitors and barristers.

All in all it was a delightful day!  And really helped me understand more about the Irish legal system (plus, seeing people in their old fashioned wigs is always awesome).