AI Governance for the Sole Practitioner
Professional standards, safe use and practical control for Irish solicitors
AI is already part of legal practice. The compliance expectations around its use are catching up quickly. Law Society guidance, data protection duties, client expectations and the EU AI Act are all pushing firms towards clearer governance, stronger controls and better records. For a sole practitioner, that responsibility rests with you. This course gives you a practical framework to control AI use, protect client information and demonstrate that your practice is using AI responsibly.
Course Summary
Developed specifically for Irish sole practitioners, the course translates Law Society guidance, professional obligations and the EU AI Act into a working system for a small practice. You will finish with an AI inventory, an approved-use framework, data and verification rules, a material-use file note, an incident route and a 30-day implementation plan.
Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Format
Online, self-paced eLearning
Audience
Irish sole practitioners
CPD
2.5 hours — Client Care and Professional Standards
Access
12 months
Provider
Praxis Consulting
€149
Course content reviewed as at 12 August 2026.
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What You Will Be Able To Do
Identify AI already in use across your practice.
Assess a tool before client material enters it.
Apply confidentiality, privilege, competence and independent professional judgment.
Understand your practical position under the EU AI Act.
Set rules for data, verification, recording and incidents.
Create a proportionate AI governance file for a sole practice.
What Is Included
2.5 hours of structured eLearning
Three concise video briefings
Written lessons designed for quick reference
Worked legal-practice scenarios
The editable Praxis Sole Practice AI Governance Toolkit
Final knowledge assessment
Praxis certificate of completion
12 months' access to the course and updates
Who It Is For
This course is for solicitors practising alone who are using AI now, considering a new tool or seeking a clear governance position before use expands. It assumes no technical background.
Curriculum
Course Structure
START HERE
KNOW WHAT IS IN YOUR PRACTICE
PROFESSIONAL DUTIES IN AI-SUPPORTED WORK
THE EU AI ACT IN PRACTICAL TERMS
BUILD THE CONTROL SYSTEM
APPLY THE FRAMEWORK
ASSESSMENT AND COMPLETION
FAQs
Do I need to be using AI already?
No. The course works equally well as a pre-adoption framework. You can use the toolkit to assess a tool and set boundaries before introducing it into legal work.
Is the course technical?
The course is written for practising solicitors. It focuses on professional judgment, governance and practical controls rather than technical implementation.
Does the course recommend a particular AI product?
The framework is product-neutral. It helps you assess the account, terms, data handling, intended use and professional risk of any tool.
How is the course delivered?
The course is self-paced and delivered online through concise written modules, three short video briefings, practical exercises and a final assessment.
How do I receive my certificate?
Complete every lesson and pass the final assessment. Submit the certificate request at the end of the course. Praxis will verify completion and issue a personalised certificate by email.
How long will I have access?
Access is available for 12 months from purchase, including any updates made to the course during that period.
Does the course constitute legal advice?
The course provides professional education and a practical governance framework. Every practice should apply the material to its own work, systems, clients and regulatory position.
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€149 · 2 hours 30 minutes · 2.5 CPD hours