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It’s not a pleasant subject, but during these uncertain and unprecedented times, many people’s thoughts turn to what happens to our possessions and property when we die particularly if promises have been made to loved ones.

For a gift to be effective, a properly drawn up Will is essential. However, some people rely on a conversation with an intended recipient, sometimes when they anticipate death, which can become confusing and problematic for the deceased’s estate.

Continue reading “What is a Deathbed Gift?”

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After separation, many people decide to try and deal with a break-up alone, deciding to leave the chance of an amicable divorce process up to chance. Many attempt DIY divorces using online divorce firms without considering the implications for the divorce on the whole family in the future.

Continue reading “How to Achieve a ‘Good Divorce’”

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Many of us are increasing our engagement of internet services, working online and organising our lives in a digital format. But have you considered what will happen to your online presence and digital assets when you die?

Continue reading “The Cyber Funeral: What happens to digital assets on death?”

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If you find yourself in the situation where your marriage breaks down and both parties agree to divorce either of you can start the divorce process.

Whilst you don’t have to instruct a Solicitor to handle the divorce it will ensure the process is completed correctly, efficiently and it will be less stressful for you. A good solicitor will make the process easier rather than any more difficult.

Never underestimate the stress, anxiety and pain that can arise during the divorce process. Emotions are often heightened and arrangements agreed amicably at the outset can often unravel as the process goes on without expert help.

Continue reading “Do I need a solicitor to deal with my Divorce?”

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I have recently assisted a family through an inquest after their fourteen year old daughter Emily, tragically took her own life. The facts and circumstances are a reminder of the difficulties that families face in obtaining Legal Aid to secure representation at inquests, even where there are potential failings by agents of the State that may have caused or contributed to the death.

Continue reading “Inquests: Do families need legal representation and who should pay for it?”

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It has been widely reported in the news that possession claims have been put on hold since the pandemic started in March of this year. However what will happen after this is lifted?

Continue reading “Possession Claims – What You Should Know”

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It’s a hard truth but death won’t wait for you to have your affairs in order. Death also doesn’t care if you’re 21 or 98 which means you should be prepared by creating a Will. Anything can happen.

Many young adults avoid writing a Will because they think they are not old or wealthy enough to need one. However, life can be unexpected so it’s crucial to have one regardless of age or finances. Continue reading “Why you should have a Will when you’re young”

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It’s not a pleasant prospect, but at some point during your life you will lose a loved one, and you may be left responsible for what happens to their possessions and property.

The last thing you want during this traumatic time is the burden of paper work, applications and trying to make sense of what is expected of you and understand the legal jargon involved with Probate – or even understanding what Probate is.

Continue reading “What is Probate and why do I need a Solicitor?”

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