Law Society of Ireland
The Power of Pro Bono - Justice and the Fight Against the Death Penalty
A range of international speakers will discuss pro bono justice and the death penalty at the Law Society in Blackhall Place.
At a glance
Date:
22 April 2026
Location:
Ireland
Organisers:
Law Society of Ireland
The event, which focuses on the fight against the death penalty, is presented by Arthur Cox and Amicus UK, which fights for people facing a death sentence in the US.
Keynote speakers include:
- Margot Ravenscroft (director, Amicus),
- Prof Raoul Shonemann (clinical professor and co-director, Capital Punishment Clinic at University of Texas School of Law), and
- Samantha Knight KC (Matrix Chambers).
Carolann Minnock (Arthur Cox) will moderate a question-and-answer session with the speakers and panel.
The event, on Wednesday 22 April, runs from 5.30pm to 8.30pm, with a live stream from Blackhall Place available from 6pm to 7.30pm.
Register for this event