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By lbozonie, July 16, 2009 5:55 pm

UCC Main Quad

 Last night the local bar association held a little get together for all of the eLSI student.

It was fun for several reasons: first, it was in a gorgeous room off the main quad that had ancient books and felt (and likely had) been there a hundred years with little change to it; second, it was nice to chat with the various professor, Judges, and local barristers; and three, it was just fun to get to know the other students outside of class!  

Side note: Remember how I mentioned all barristers wear wigs? Well, at this little shindig I found out that the wigs are custom made and apparently are ordered from one place in England.  I love finding out little random facts.

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By lbozonie, July 14, 2009 12:35 pm

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).