Dublin, Ireland
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June 21-28, 2025
12 CLE Hours
Dublin: Where History Meets Hospitality.
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Visiting Dublin, Ireland, is an enchanting experience, rich in history and brimming with cultural vibrancy. As you wander through its cobbled streets, you’ll encounter the legacy of literary giants and the warmth of traditional Irish pubs. The city’s architecture, a tapestry of medieval, Georgian, and modern styles, speaks to its storied past. Green spaces like St. Stephen’s Green offer tranquil retreats, while the lively arts scene in areas like Temple Bar keeps the city’s pulse racing. Friendly locals and a thriving culinary scene add to the charm of Dublin, making it not just a travel destination, but a memorable journey into the heart of Irish culture and heritage.
The Spencer Hotel
The Spencer Hotel
Located on the banks of the River Liffey, The Spencer Hotel is the perfect base to explore all our capital city has to offer. Just a few short steps from the Red LUAS (Mayor Square stop) offering a five-minute connection to Connolly Train Station. EPIC Irish Immigration Museum, Jeannie Johnston Ship, Trinity College, Grafton Street, Temple Bar and many more of Dublin’s famous landmarks are just minutes’ walk from the Hotel.
WHERE:
The Spencer Hotel
Excise Walk, IFSC
Dublin 1, Ireland, D01 X4C9
8.5 miles from Dublin airport (DUB)
Dublin, Ireland
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Visit the area at your leisure.
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- MARY DESPAIN, Destination Specialist
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Featured Speakers
Dermot Cahill Irish Solicitor and former Law School Dean
With over 25 years of experience in European Union law, Dermot Cahill has held significant positions, including working with the European Commission, practicing as an antitrust and corporate finance lawyer, and teaching at notable institutions. As Dean at the University of Wales, Bangor, he contributed to its ranking among the top UK law schools. A graduate of the College of Europe, Cahill has earned numerous awards and published extensively in prestigious journals. He is recognized for his expertise in EU law, contributing to parliamentary inquiries, advising on Brexit, and leading cross-border projects aimed at improving governance and procurement practices. His work has significantly influenced government contracting policies in Wales and beyond. Cahill also co-directs the UMKC Ireland Summer Law Academy, enhancing US law students’ understanding of EU law and its impact on business.
Julie Keeton Bracker Partner – Bracker & Marcus LLC
Julie Keeton Bracker is a founding partner of Bracker & Marcus LLC, a boutique law firm focusing exclusively on False Claims Act qui tam litigation. Her firm handles FCA cases nationwide and was named the nation’s third most prolific qui tam practice by Lex Machina in 2019. Ms. Bracker has argued before the Sixth, Ninth, and Eleventh Circuit Courts of Appeals and appeared before the Supreme Court of the United States on FCA matters. Representative cases range from an $84.5 million settlement with a Detroit-area hospital for kickback allegations to a $1.5 million settlement and full repairs with a defense contractor whose defective products were creating a danger to the military. Ms. Bracker currently serves on the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee for Taxpayers Against Fraud, the FBA’s Qui Tam Section, the National Employment Lawyer’s Association, and its Georgia affiliate, as its president in 2014. She speaks regularly and nationally on FCA issues. Ms. Bracker currently sits on the Board of Advisors for Vanderbilt Law School.
J. Lenora Bresler Bresler Instant Leader Transformations
Graduating from law school at age 20, J. Lenora Bresler is an employment law attorney and nationally acclaimed speaker, author, trainer, and coach. The author of Instant Insight: 15 Questions to Great Relationships, J. Lenora works with organizations, including law firms, to rid the American workplace of unnecessary stress and unpleasantness. She holds the two highest credentials in the human resources field, the SHRM-SCP and the SPHR, and the highest earned designation in the speaking field, the coveted Certified Speaking Professional, held by fewer than 800 people worldwide. J. Lenora has used her legal expertise in a variety of positions including in her legal work as a civil and appellate lawyer, symphony orchestra executive director, newspaper and freelance columnist, university instructor, and a radio talk show host. She has served in leadership in several local and state legal associations. Her wide background makes her instantly credible and relatable to every audience. A guarantee of any interaction with J. Lenora is “She’s never boring.”
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
Saturday, June 21, 2025
ARRIVAL
Transportation from airport to hotel provided
Upon arriving in Dublin, take a moment to unwind and enjoy some personal time. Embark on a leisurely exploration, soaking in the city’s charm at your own pace. Don’t hesitate to ask for the best spots to enjoy a hearty Guinness stew or traditional Irish soda bread.
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Welcome Reception
Welcome to Dublin! Let’s gather at the hotel bar to acquaint ourselves before embarking on our exciting week in Ireland.
Sunday, June 22, 2025
10:00 a.m.
EPIC Emmigration Museum
We’ll take a short walk to the museum after breakfast. Discover why 10 million people (about half the population of New York) left Ireland, and the impact they had on the world. Irish history should never be a long list of names and dates, it should be an experience. Get hands on with Irish culture and its past with the fully interactive museum – swipe through video galleries, dance through motion sensor quizzes, listen to remastered audio from 100 years ago and watch videos that bring Irish history to life.
Enjoy the afternoon at your leisure.
Monday, June 23, 2025
9:00 a.m.
An Introduction to Dublin Tour
See the Dublin sites, then visit Kilmainham Gaol a journey through Irish history. You will discover the stories of people held here as ordinary criminals alongside those who fought for Irish independence. We’ll visit Teeling Distillery for a tour and tasting, while we experience the complete whiskey-making process, then off to a local pub for lunch!
Evening is at your leisure.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Everything to Know About the False Claims Act
Julie Bracker
Join expert speaker Julie Bracker as she breaks down the False Claims Act. A unique law which allows private individuals, known as “relators,” to file cases on behalf of the government if they have information about fraud, waste, or abuse of federal funds. This session offers a history and introduction to the FCA, along with a guide to how FCA cases unfold. From the initial sealed period and government investigation to the decision on intervention, the journey through an FCA case is quite different from most federal cases. This is sure to be an interesting exploration of this unique area of legislation.
2:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
BREAK
2:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Retaliation Under the False Claims Act
Julie Bracker
This session explores protection for whistleblowers who suffer retaliation for their efforts to “stop one or more violations” of the False Claims Act. We will explore the extent of the protections, who is covered, and damages, among other topics.
3:45 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
BREAK
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The Civil Cyber Fraud Initiative
Julie Bracker
We’ll conclude this three-part examination of the False Claims Act by explaining the Civil Cyber Fraud Initiative. In October 2021, the Department of Justice announced plans to use the FCA to hold federal contractors accountable for their cybersecurity obligations. This presentation will explore the legal responsibilities that contractors may face, the importance of cybersecurity obligations for government contractors, and how damages might be calculated in this new area of FCA enforcement.
7:30 p.m.
Dinner at the Urban Brewhouse
Urban Brewing, a brewery, bar and restaurant in the heart of the IFSC, merely 10 minutes’ walk from the city Centre.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
All Day
Day at Leisure: Explore Freely
We are pleased to offer optional day tours around Ireland for those who want to explore this beautiful country. These tours will be available at your own cost and provide a wonderful opportunity to experience the rich culture, history, and breathtaking landscapes of Ireland. After you register, we will send you options.
Thursday, June 26, 2025
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Irish Criminal Courts Procedure
Irish Senior Counsel or Judge
Observe a criminal trial in session and learn the process differences between Irish and US courts. We will meet at the hotel at 8:30 a.m.
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Lunch at a local pub
After lunch, we will then walk as a group to the Law Society of Ireland, Blackhall
1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
How Irish Solicitors are Trained in Ireland
Incoming Head of the Law School
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
The European Union - its Key Institutions, Freedoms and How it Makes Law for 27 Member States
Professor Dermot Cahill, Ireland
Professor Dermot Cahill, formerly Dean of Bangor Law School, University of Wales, will describe the main features of the key European Union Institutions and how they interact, both with one another, and with the 27 EU Member States, making laws and policies that govern the European Union’s Internal Market, the largest consumer market in the world where goods, services, workers, capital and corporations’ activities can flow freely between all 27 Member States.
Now in operation since the 1957 Treaty of Rome, the European Union continues to attract new Members and is a favoured destination for US corporations seeking to take advantage of its Four Commercial Freedoms. Ireland, in particular, is a favoured location for US FDI.
The Union’s response to the COVID crisis and to the war in Ukraine has demonstrated that the Union is more than just an economic union, and shows the advantages of working together in common cause, despite varying national interests, demonstrating the key role that the Rule of Law plays at the heart of the Union’s success.
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The European Court of Justice: its decision making process and interaction with the courts of the 27 EU Member States
Professor Dermot Cahill, Ireland
In this session, Professor Dermot Cahill will examine the workings of the European Court of Justice of the European Union, its collegiate nature, its composition, its deliberations in French, its focus on written pleading and short time limits, how other countries can intervene in a case involving another Member State, and its independence in judging disputers not only between the various EU institutions but also its role in interpreting EU law for the benefit of the 27 EU Member States legal systems.
Professor Cahill will consider the Article 267 procedure which allows even the lowliest court or tribunal in the land to directly send a request for a preliminary ruling direct to the Court of Justice in Luxembourg asking it to interpret European Union law that is pertinent to a local dispute before the local court.
Professor Cahill will also demonstrate how all 27 national Supreme Courts have accepted the rulings of the Court of Justice (despite some occasional wobbles) and finally will consider the impact its rulings have had on accelerating human progress across all Member States since 1957.
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Dinner at Johnnie Fox's Hooley Show
You’ll be transported by coach to Johnnie Fox’s Hooley Show, famous throughout Ireland and abroad for its originality and unique atmosphere that cannot be found anywhere else.
You’ll be treated to a wonderful meal followed by live Irish music, ranging from traditional and folk, to ballads and singalong pieces.
Friday, June 27, 2025
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Instant Insight: Enhancing Trust and Clarity with Clients, Court, and Colleagues Pt. 1
J. Lenora Bresler
Lawyers must develop instant rapport with clients, judges, fellow-lawyers, firm partners, staff, witnesses, and jurors. In the highly interactive two-part workshop, participants will learn how to improve their professional communication and relationships instantly.
In Part I, lawyers will learn how interactions go awry due to two aspects of the human condition: The Curse of Me, the assumption that everyone is like you, and the Curse of Knowledge, the assumption that others understand what you know. These two foibles cause unnecessary friction, misunderstanding, and mistrust. Based on her book, Instant Insight: 15 Questions to Great Relationships, J. Lenora Bresler, lawyer, HR consultant, and leadership speaker and author leads lawyers to discover how answers to specific questions empower them to engage easily and transparently, thereby increasing not only the lawyer’s legal proficiency, but service to clients, candor with the court, respectful interaction with opposing counsel, better interaction with staff, and ultimately the legal profession’s reputation. Topics include preferred learning style, recognition style, prime working time, pet peeves, persuasive arguments, motivators, and even detail-level for conversations, among other important issues.
3:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
BREAK
3:15 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Instant Insight: Enhancing Trust and Clarity with Clients, Court, and Colleagues Pt. 2
J. Lenora Bresler
In part II, lawyers take an assessment which identifies their primary communication style. A series of interactive activities and role-plays taken from real-life legal situations examines how all four styles interact. Participants will understand how they are perceived by others, especially clients and courts, and how to persuade, motivate, and provide palatable feedback to those with different communication styles. Because the presenter is a lawyer herself, these powerful insights are tied directly to the legal profession.
As a result of this presentation, lawyers will be able to:
• Develop instant trust, credibility, and rapport with a wide variety of people
• Regain lost trust
• Quickly diagnose and troubleshoot problems of misperception
• Provide constructive feedback that is palatable and encouraging
• Tailor arguments to persuade people who have different decision-making mindsets
• Offer authentic apologize
• Ease tensions in strained relationships
• Avoid blind spots
• Avoid unclear or incomplete communication because of the human tendency to assume
• Present clear information to clients and courts
• Engage in two-way engaged dialogue
• Provide explanations in the learning style and to the detail level best suited for individuals
7:30 p.m.
Musical Pub Crawl
Join us for an unforgettable pub crawl! Explore the city’s vibrant nightlife as we visit some of the best traditional Irish pubs, enjoy live music, and savor local brews. It’s the perfect way to unwind, network with fellow attendees, and experience the true spirit of Dublin. Sláinte!
Saturday, June 28, 2025
DEPARTURE
Transportation from hotel to airport provided in the morning
Morning transportation provided to the airport
REGISTRATION PACKAGES
INCLUDES: Breakfast daily, 7-nights in 4-start hotel, airport transfers, EPIC museum tour, City tour with Kilmainham Gaol and Distillery tour and tasting, CLE Sessions, Reception, Lunches Listed, 2 dinners, tour guides.
ATTORNEY ONLY
One Traveler - 1 CLE Pass
$6000
Full Payment Due
ATTORNEY & GUEST
Two Travelers - 1 CLE Pass
$7500
Full Payment Due
TWO ATTORNEYS
Two Travelers - 2 CLE Passes
$8500
Full Payment Due
While airfare is not included, our conferences deliver exceptional value with enriching experiences, quality education, and networking. We provide flight recommendations and offer travel insurance for peace of mind.
CLE ACCREDITATION
We'll secure CLE credit approval in your state AFTER you register.
If you register less than 45 days before the conference we'll instruct you on how to secure credit yourself.
Specialized credits are based on our assessment of their qualifications, subject to your state's approval.