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9 September 2022

Her Majesty The Queen, Lord of Mann

The Isle of Man Law Society were saddened to hear of the death of Her Majesty The Queen, Lord of Mann. She had a remarkable life of service and devotion, and we extend our deepest condolences to the Royal Family at this sad time.

7 January 2022

John Quinn Attorney General

The Isle of Man Law Society was deeply saddened to learn over the weekend of the untimely death of John Quinn. As Attorney General, John was the leader of the Bar and prior to taking up the role of AG he was in private practice for 30 years. He was greatly respected by all those […]

7 June 2021

Isle of Man Law Society Annual General Meeting

Further to our AGM on Friday 28th May 2021 we would like to thank the outgoing Council members Timothy Swift, Irini Newby and Terence McDonald for all their work and committee to Council over the years. We would also like to welcome our new members to Council, Christopher Webb, Louise Cooil and Ashley Kneale and […]

14 May 2021

Office Hours

The Law Society offices are now open as usual.

6 January 2021

OFFICE CLOSURE NOTICE

OFFICE CLOSURE NOTICE The Law Society Office is now closed and is not accessible to anyone until further notice in accordance with the Government COVID-19 guidance issued in March 2021. If you have an enquiry please contact JL@iomlawsociety.co.im If your enquiry is in relation to compliance matter please contact Compliance@iomlawsociety.co.im

9 July 2020

Office Opening

Office Opening Following the easing of the lockdown measures, we are pleased to announce the Law Society Office has now re-opened. The premises will be open to the public from 9.30 to 4.30 daily. If you wish to meet with the CEO please call 662910 in advance.

18 March 2020

Coronavirus advice and updates – COVID-19

Coronavirus advice and updates – COVID-19 Committee Council has appointed a Committee of Kathryn Clough, Linda Watts and me to review the COVID-19 issues, deal with matters as they arise and provide members and the public with regular updates. Law Society The Law Society building will be closed from 5.30 Wednesday 18th March 2020. Jacky […]

16 March 2020

Coronavirus/Covid-19 Policy

Visitors to Isle of Man Law Society Premises Coronavirus/Covid-19 Policy If you have cold or flu like symptoms please not do enter the building. Call 662910 to discuss your query over the phone. All visitors should wash their hands for 20 seconds using soap and water on the first floor on entering […]

16 March 2020

UPDATE Coronavirus/COVID-19

16th March 2020 Update as to the action the Law Society has been taking as it continues to monitor the on-going situation with the Coronavirus. The Law Society is closely monitoring and following the advice issued by Public Health. The Law Society Building The Law Society will be closed in the event of […]

11 December 2019

George Johnson Law Prize

George Johnson Law Prize: We are pleased to announce that Emily Johnson won this year’s George Johnson Law Prize. Please see attached the winning essay by Emily Johnson. The Prize was presented to Emily on the 15th November 2019 by His Honour Deemster Corlet, with the President in attendance together with Emily’s colleagues and friends. His […]

25 November 2019

THE RULE OF LAW

THE RULE OF LAW The Council of Ministers (Amendment) Bill 2019 puts onto a formal legal framework the principles of the rule of law and the independence of the judiciary. The Law Society supports the Bill. But what is the rule of law? I will not go into the academic debate about this as I […]

25 November 2019

The Importance Of Criminal Justice To Society

The Importance Of Criminal Justice To Society It is certain that at one point in your life, you or someone you know or love will be in a criminal court room; whether it is as a juror, a victim of crime, a witness or at the back of the court pleading your innocence, flanked by […]

25 November 2019

Access to Justice – Feb 2019

It is certain that at one point in your life, you or someone you know or love will be in a criminal court room; whether it is as a juror, a victim of crime, a witness or at the back of the court pleading your innocence, flanked by security guards taking you down to the […]

25 November 2019

Access to Justice

Access to Justice Review The Law Society welcomes that the review of the provision of Legal Aid in the Isle of Man now has as its overarching principle Access to Justice and quality of services as indicated by the Treasury Minister, the Honourable Alfred Cannon MHK. Law Society President Tim Swift says: “Since the initial […]

10 October 2019

Santhaan Krishnan presents the 2019 Caroline Weatherill Memorial Lecture on the topic of the Rule of Law in the Commonwealth.

Santhaan Krishnan presents the 2019 Caroline Weatherill Memorial Lecture on the topic of the Rule of Law in the Commonwealth. The Isle of Man Law Society was pleased to welcome Santhaan Krishnan as its guest speaker on the 10 September 2019. In 1988 Santhaan enrolled as an Advocate and practiced law in the High Court of […]

10 October 2019

Isle of Man Law Society Annual General Meeting

Isle of Man Law Society Annual General Meeting The Isle of Man Law Society is pleased to confirm that Tim Swift was elected as President at its AGM on Friday 11 January 2019 and Kathryn Clough was elected as Vice President of the Law Society. The Law Society should also like to congratulate Terence McDonald, […]

10 October 2019

Lady Hale, President of the Supreme Court, Presents the Caroline Weatherill Memorial Lecture

Lady Hale, President of the Supreme Court, Presents the Caroline Weatherill Memorial Lecture The Isle of Man Law Society was pleased to welcome Lady Hale as its guest speaker on the 5 December 2018. In 2004, Lady Hale joined the House of Lords where she served as a Law Lord until 2009 when the Lords […]

27 July 2018

Public Defenders’ Scheme

The President of the Isle of Man Law Society raises concerns about the proposed introduction of a Public Defenders’ Scheme. Please see link for full Press Release . The Law Society must promote the interests of the public in relation to legal matters as laid down in the Advocates Acts 1995. The Council of the Law […]

31 January 2017

Law Society AGM 2017

Law Society AGM 2017 The Law Society held its Annual General Meeting on the 13th January 2017 at the Palace Hotel. A packed agenda led to lively debates on a number of issues. It was good to see such a large turnout with many of the Society’s members taking part in the discussions. This year […]

23 January 2017

2016 Law Society Biennial Dinner

Law Society Biennial Dinner The Law Society held its Biennial Dinner on the 7th October at the Palace Hotel. Invited guests, including his Excellency the Lieutenant Governor and the Isle of Man Judiciary, joined the Island’s advocates in an evening celebrating the work of the Society over the past two years. The President, Simon Cain, […]