Wills & Probate

Our wills & probate team are sometimes asked whether a parent is entitled to leave a child out of their will entirely.

The formal requirements for a valid will are set out in Section 78 of the Succession Act 1965. Find out what the 1965 Act requires.

The starting point for any will challenge is the Succession Act 1965, which remains the foundation of Ireland’s succession law.

The term “Grant of Representation” is a broad heading that covers several different types of grant. Learn more about each type.

Dealing with a house during probate can be more complex than many families expect.

If a family member has passed away without a will, you may be facing urgent decisions and uncertainty about who can act and who is entitled to inherit.

Understanding intestacy highlights how easily the law can produce outcomes that do not reflect the personal wishes of a deceased person.

Learn what to do when an executor won’t communicate. Understand your rights, timelines, and legal steps to protect your inheritance.

Our short guide explains the executor’s role and what happens if they pass away before or after probate is granted.

Understanding what happens when probate is granted provides clarity for families and helps executors carry out their duties with confidence.

Challenging a will after probate has been granted is possible under Irish law, but it is rarely straightforward. Our guide explains what is involved.

In this short guide, we outline the most common scenarios in which a will might be considered invalid under Irish law.

In this short guide, we explain the rights of beneficiaries and the laws governing succession and probate.

Understanding how much you can inherit tax-free is a crucial part of effective estate planning. This article covers some of the key questions we are asked.

Dealing with the affairs of a loved one after they pass away can be an emotionally taxing and complex task. Our short guide explains what probate is and how long it can take.