What does it really mean to adapt in a profession where expectations are changing and technology is reshaping how we work?

The centrepiece of the evening is an original live theatre experience inspired by the experiences of solicitors.

Through a series of live scenes, we will explore what adaptability looks like in practice - navigating changing expectations, responding to new pressures and continuing to deliver excellence for clients while staying well within the law.

Bringing theatre and professional learning together, the experience will take a playful look at the realities of working life and invite the audience into the conversation. Expect familiar moments, different perspectives and plenty to get the room thinking and talking about how we adapt as the profession continues to evolve.

BEHIND THE EXPERIENCE: Created with Thompson Harrison

Thompson Harrison creates experiential and creative learning experiences designed to help organisations, teams and leaders perform, innovate and have impact.

Written & directed by Olivier and Offie Award-winning theatre director Donnacadh O’Briain.

Olivier and Offie Award-winning theatre director Donnacadh O’Briain has staged productions at the RSC, in the West End, Off-Broadway and internationally. Today, alongside writing and directing entertainment projects, he works in corporate learning, specialising in leadership, communication and storytelling.

YOUR HOST: Michael Walsh

Michael Walsh is Chair of the 11-partner Property team at Byrne Wallace Shields LLP and one of Ireland’s leading real estate lawyers. Qualified in 1995, he acts on large-scale development, investment and forward-funding transactions across the residential, PRS, retail, office and logistics sectors, and has led on major projects including Dundrum Town Centre and Athlone Town Centre.

He has contributed to the Law Society’s CPD and Diploma programmes for more than twenty years, is a contributing author to the Complex Conveyancing manual, and served on the Society’s Conveyancing Committee from 2015 to 2025, including as Chair from 2021 to 2023. Outside the law, he chaired the board of Chamber Choir Ireland and holds a Diploma in Company Direction, Institute of Directors, Dublin.

BELLE HARMONICS

Dublin’s dynamic pop-rock harmony collective, known for their powerhouse performances and feel-good energy.

Expect their unique take on music from some of pop and rock’s biggest names, bringing glamour, glitz and powerhouse pop-rock harmonies to the marquee.