Archive for November 2022
Launch of New Solicitor Query Service
Today is something a bit different as I launch out a new service for solicitors. Find out more in this short vidoe. Also there is a link at the bottom of the blog. Enjoy! Check it out here https://theprobatehub.ie/solicitor-query/
Read MoreCohabitation Criteria
Background to the Law The Civil Partnership and Certain Rights and Obligations of Cohabitants Act 2010 (the “2010 Act”) introduced a redress scheme for co-habitants. If cohabitants have been living together for 2 years (if they had children) or five years (if they did not have children) a dependent cohabitant can seek redress from the…
Read MoreConsequences of will Revocation
There was a recent interesting case in the High Court concerning revocation. The conclusion of the case may be a surprise or a concern. The case is that of In the Matter of the Estate of John Coughlan Deceased [2022] IEHC 604, a judgment of Ms Butler of the 3rd of November 2022. Mr Coughlan…
Read MoreNew CGT Clearance for Non-Residents
In previous blogs, I talked about the secondary liability of solicitors in relation to capital gains tax liabilities when property in Ireland is sold by non-resident owners. That article is linked below at the bottom of this blog. Essentially, solicitors are potentially liable for the capital gains tax of non-resident clients when selling property in…
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