Digital assets are rapidly evolving and becoming an increasingly common part of clients’ estates. As their prevalence grows, Irish...

Serving as an executor of an estate in Ireland is a significant responsibility, often complicated by legal requirements, family dynamics,...

After helping hundreds of law firms adopt new technology, one pattern stands out: they want to implement the latest technology, but...

Usually probate is not required if all assets are held jointly as joint tenants or there are only small assets so the estate can be...

I've spoken to 50+ Irish law firms over the past 5 month and noticed some interesting trends in probate itself and firms adoption of new...

If there are any tax liabilities on the estate owed to Revenue, unless advised otherwise, your solicitor will oversee this during the...

If the deceased was receiving either: a social welfare payment a state pension you must notify the Department of Social Protection (DSP)...

When a loved one passes away, settling the practical matters such as funeral expenses becomes a pressing concern. It is really important...

What is Probate? Probate is the legal process through which a deceased person's estate (assets and liabilities) is administered and...

If the deceased was receiving a private pension payment you must notify the pension provider in a timely manner. This is important to...

As the executor or administrator, one of your key responsibilities is handling the tax obligations of the deceased and the estate. Your...

If you have been named as an executor in a will or you are an administrator of an estate intestate, your role becomes essential following...

Utility Notifications : Ensure all utility bills are being paid from an account that won’t be frozen during the probate process. This...

When a loved one passes away, it's essential to notify relevant insurance companies to manage or cancel their policies. In Ireland, this...

Inheriting assets, whether it be money, property, or investments, can provide financial security, but it also brings with it the...

As an executor or administrator of a will in Ireland, one of your primary responsibilities is to locate and manage the assets of the...

Whether or not a car insurance policy should be cancelled after a death usually depends on the individual insurer. When there are...

It is important to ensure that any assets that are no longer occupied or being used are kept safe. This step is all about ensuring all...

When handling the affairs of a deceased person, it’s essential to freeze their bank accounts to prevent any unnecessary expenses from...

Obtaining a death certificate is an important step in the probate process after a loved one's passing. It’s best to apply promptly, as it...