How Does Marriage and Divorce Affect a Will?
In Ireland, marriage revokes a Will unless it was made in contemplation of the union. A divorce does not automatically invalidate a Will, so your ex-spouse could still inherit a share of your estate – unless their succession rights have…
What it Means if Your Will is Invalid
If your Will is invalid, then your estate will either be distributed according to the terms of your previous Will. Or, you will be considered to have died intestate, meaning your assets will be distributed according to the Succession Act 1965.
Why…
Wills Solicitors Waterford: A Step by Step Guide to Our Service
Wills Solicitors Waterford: A Step by Step Guide to Our Service. Lots of people defer making a Will because they think it’s going to be a long and complicated process. In actual fact, our Will writing service is simple and straightforward.
How…
What happens if I don’t make an Enduring Power of Attorney?
What happens if I don’t make an Enduring Power of Attorney?
If you don’t make an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) in Ireland and you lose mental capacity, then your friends or family members must make a Ward of Court application instead.…
Buying a Repossessed Property
Buying a Repossessed Property
You need to be particularly cautious when buying a repossessed property, as the vendor may be exempt from providing the normal guarantees and assurances. This makes the caveat of ‘buyer beware’ more relevant…
Powers of Attorney Explained
Powers of Attorney Explained
A Power of Attorney gives another person the legal authority to act on your behalf, even if you have not lost mental capacity. On the other hand, an Enduring Power of Attorney is specifically designed so that another…
Why Unmarried Partners Need to Make a Will
Unmarried partners are not automatically provided for under Ireland’s intestacy rules. This means that if you die without a Will, your partner will only inherit jointly owned property – and nothing else.
No such thing as a common law spouse
There…
When is Probate Needed?
Probate is only needed if the deceased owned assets of a significant value, and he/she owned them in their sole name or as tenants in common.
When is Probate needed in Ireland?
Probate is a legal process that is sometimes needed after someone…
What to Include in Your Will?
Your Will should confirm how you want your estate to be distributed after your death. It should also say who you want to act as your executors, and who should be appointed as legal guardians for your children.
The contents of your Will
When…