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The Fifth Court - DSBA Legal Podcast of the Year

Peter Leonard BL Mark Tottenham BL
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Gerard Hogan
Diarmaid Ferriter
Irish Politics
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Drink and Drug Driving
Courts Of Justice Act 1924
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Commercial Sector Law
Fianna Fáil
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Irish Securities Law
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Mema Byrne

Ireland's legal podcast, presented by the Law Society Award Winning team of Peter Leonard BL and Mark Tottenham BL

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Latest Episodes

The Fifth Court — Episode 133

Presented by barristers Mark Tottenham and Peter Leonard.

This episode opens with Josepha Madigan — solicitor, former cabinet minister and family-law mediator — on why mediation is gaining ground, what makes it work, ... more

LCJ Keegan on the modern courtroom — AI, experts and leadership

On Episode 132, The Fifth Court hosts Peter Leonard and Mark Tottenham have rare access to Dame Siobhán Keegan, the Lady Chief Justice of Northern Ireland, to discuss evaluating expert ... more

E131 The Fifth Court

Co-host of the Fifth Court, Peter Leonard, BL, met with Kirk Offel at the Dublin Tech Summit, promoter of the 5th Industrial Revolution.

'Data centres are the most important things to be manufactured in the world'. That's Kirk'... more

Episode 130 – The Fifth Court

Recorded at the Dublin Tech Summit, Peter Leonard BL speaks with Ukrainian Dr. Anna Mysyshyn, a leading expert in AI ethics, regulation, cybersecurity, and digital governance. Anna holds a PhD in Law and an LL.M. in Inn... more

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Recent Guests

Josepha Madigan
Former Cabinet Minister and Family Law Mediator
Juris Resolutions
Episode: E133 The Fifth Court - Josepha Madigan — solicitor, former cabinet minister, family-law mediator — why mediation is gaining ground,
Dame Siobhán Keegan
The first Lady Chief Justice of Northern Ireland
Episode: E132 The Fifth Court - Dame Siobhán Keegan, Lady Chief Justice of Northern Ireland, evaluating expert evidence in an age of AI
Matthew Holmes
Barrister and author of a new book on the law of Habeas Corpus
Episode: E127 The Fifth Court - Matthew Holmes, author 'Habeas Corpus: Practice and Procedure
Fintan Drury
A former journalist and PR expert turned author, discussing his book on the Palestine crisis.
Episode: E126 The Fifth Court - Catastrophe: Nakba II with author Fintan Drury (Legal & Human Rights Special)
Alice Doyle
Recently retired Circuit Court Judge who presided over the Southeastern Circuit for many years.
Episode: E124 The Fifth Court - Alice Doyle, Circuit Court Judge (ret.) - Justice V Vengeance, reflections on the difficulty in sentencing
Mark O'Connell
Award-winning writer and author of 'A Thread of Violence'
Episode: E123 The Fifth Court - Mark O'Connell, author 'A Thread of Violence', on the Malcolm McArthur case - from the Kilkenny Law Festival
Frank McNally
Writer of the Irishman's Diary in the Irish Times for 19 years
Irish Times
Episode: E122 The Fifth Court - Frank McNally, Irish Times - a Bloomsday (Legal) Special
Marguerite Bolger
High Court Judge, discussing her experiences in the legal profession and her career
Episode: E121 The Fifth Court - Ms Justice Marguerite Bolger, life and times of a High Court judge
Diarmuid Connolly
Barrister recognized as a prominent figure in the Mayo legal community
Episode: E119 The Fifth Court - Diarmuid J. Connolly BL (now quite the 'Father of the Mayo Bar' ) - recorded at the University of Galway

Hosts

Peter Leonard
Barrister and Mediator, Host of the show.
Mark Tottenham
Barrister and Trust and Estate Practitioner, Host of the show.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 134 ratings
  • General comment

    I love the podcast. I play it regularly and repeat hearings because I am a lay litigant serving a pupil age in my own case/s arising out of contentious probate. I appreciated podcast no 34. I find the podcast informative and easy to follow. If I had an opportunity to recommend a book aside from the Supreme Court as mentioned by Justice Hogan ( loved that read) I would mention Lawful Occasions by late Patrick McKenize. Enjoyable little book.

    M Rippington

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bslmuff
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Excellent

    Excellent podcast - great guests and interviews

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mr rahm
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Review

    As a tutor in social studies and a former HSE social worker ( family support) I thoroughly enjoyed your podcast- many of the observations regarding access along with legal aid development was enlightening- best of luck

    Thomas Morris-Gormally

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thomas francis Fredrick
    Ireland3 years ago
  • Insightful

    Very well put across. Fascinating content for anyone outside of law circles to get a professional’s viewpoint of the courts in Ireland. Really interesting guests especially the first episode discussing the history of the Irish constitution.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brefeaux
    Ireland3 years ago
  • Great podcast

    great

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    90876hu
    Ireland3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Audience members frequently express enjoyment of the engaging narratives and personal anecdotes shared during episodes.
The diverse range of expert guests contributes to a rich variety of perspectives on current and historical legal topics.
Listeners appreciate the informative nature and clarity of the discussions, making legal principles accessible even to those outside the legal profession.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

E132 The Fifth Court - Dame Siobhán Keegan, Lady Chief Justice of Northern Ireland, evaluating expert evidence in an age of AI
Q: In your own practice, ... Did you have any experience of somebody who really went off piste as an expert who was really misleading the court in terms of their work?
Keegan describes her experiences with expert witnesses in child law cases, emphasizing the need for careful assessment of their reports.
E132 The Fifth Court - Dame Siobhán Keegan, Lady Chief Justice of Northern Ireland, evaluating expert evidence in an age of AI
Q: In terms of your own career, ... and you became a bit of a pioneer, I think, in that area.
Keegan describes her engagement in child law and how her experience brought her recognition, even though she initially loved being a barrister.
E132 The Fifth Court - Dame Siobhán Keegan, Lady Chief Justice of Northern Ireland, evaluating expert evidence in an age of AI
Q: Can I ask you a little bit more about that, Siobhán?
Keegan discusses her legal journey, mentioning how her background was not initially focused on law and how she accidentally drifted into the profession.
E133 The Fifth Court - Josepha Madigan — solicitor, former cabinet minister, family-law mediator — why mediation is gaining ground,
Q: What was it like to be a member of cabinet during a challenging time?
It felt surreal, especially being one of the few women in cabinet, and the discussions around policy and governance were insightful.
E127 The Fifth Court - Matthew Holmes, author 'Habeas Corpus: Practice and Procedure
Q: Is Habeas Corpus still relevant today?
Yes, it remains a vital legal principle and has seen adaptations like the use of video links for hearings since COVID.

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2. Dame Siobhán Keegan
3. Matthew Holmes
4. Fintan Drury
5. Alice Doyle
6. Mark O'Connell
7. Frank McNally
8. Marguerite Bolger

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