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Guardianship and will drafting

1 Introduction Guardianship refers to the general responsibilities of rearing, looking after and educating a child.  A guardian has the ...
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The contribution of CAT to the Irish tax take

There have been recent media reports that there will be a likely increase in CAT or a tweak of CAT ...
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CA24 Consultation and Probate searches

Just a couple of items that you might find useful. The Revenue have launched a consultation on the CA24. This ...
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Will Revocation by Destruction – some tips

Section 85 of the Succession Act 1965 deals with the topic of will revocation. I set out some tips here ...
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A refresher on Dwellinghouse Relief

Lots of us are working from home now and of course, what is the first thing that springs to mind ...
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Notice of applications and probate practice

I hope this finds you well and you are able to push work through. Just a short note on a ...
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Probate practice changes – the future is fast

By now you will have seen the notice of our President on the new practices at the Probate Office. Grants ...
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Online and video witnessing of wills

I hope you are all managing to adjust to our new world. I just thought I would share out some ...
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The Survivor Clause in Will Drafting

What is the accuer or “survivor” clause When drafting a will you will need to deal with the important point ...
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Personal Service and Registration of EPAs

Just a quick note on a new practice direction (18th of March) that has been issued by the President of the ...
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Thoughts on where we are now with Covid

I normally send a tip to my probate friends on a Friday morning. Today is obviously different with the announcement ...
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Limits for CG50s

As seasoned solicitors, we all know how to pace ourselves, be it at work or socialising. So its important to ...
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