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EMPLOYMENT LAW SOLICITORS IRELAND Here at Walsh and Partners we are happy to act for and provide legal assistance to employees and employers who require

COSMETIC SURGERY CLAIMS CORK AND DUBLIN Cosmetic Surgery: Elective surgery for the purpose of improving one’s appearance. Unfortunately at the time of writing this blog

MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE CLAIM Medical Negligence Claim- If you have been the victim of negligence as a result of the actions or omissions of a medical professional

DIVORCE SOLICITORS CORK DUBLIN In the event where a relationship or marriage breaks down, it is vitally important that you are aware of your legal

WILL SOLICITOR CORK DUBLIN The Importance of Making a Will – Will Solicitors based in Cork and Dublin Making a will is one of the

MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE SOLICITOR CORK Medical Negligence Solicitors Cork and Dublin When an individual suffers an injury or illness as a result of the negligence of

COSMETIC SURGERY CLAIM SOLICITOR Cosmetic surgery is elective surgery which aims to improve one’s aesthetic appearance. This is an area of medicine which does not

RENEWABLE ENERGY SOLICITOR CORK AND DUBLIN Over the past decade, many farmers and landowners in Ireland have found that they have been actively sought out

Defamation Solicitors Cork and Dublin Considerable damage can be done to the reputation of an individual or business based on the publication of an unfounded

Workplace Relations The establishment of The Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) in 2015 is one of the biggest developments in workers’ rights of the past thirty

UNFAIR DISMISSALS AND EMPLOYMENT SOLICITORS IRELAND The Unfair Dismissals Acts 1977-2001 govern unfair dismals here in Ireland. There are two integral standards that should be

When word of mouth can damage your reputation Dear Karen, I rented my bull to a neighbour. My neighbour is telling anyone who will listen

The rights and obligations of dog owners A farmer should only consider shooting a dog in the most extreme circumstances, writes Karen Walsh Many farmers own

Inheritance can be challenging If a parent makes a will, children have no absolute right to inherit any of the estate, says Karen Walsh. Following

It is up to the squatter to prove a claim Adverse possession (Squatter’s Rights) is a common enough scenario, writes Karen Walsh. Dear Karen, My father

Keeping it in the family – site transfer Windfarm Solicitors  A letter arrives in the post from a wind-farm development company, proposing to erect a

It is time to make a will and prepare for the one sure thing in life Making a will is one of the important things

Get your ducks in a row for a farm transfer How does farm transfer affect pension entitlements? Put it on your checklist, writes Karen Walsh When

Tenant trouble legal action moves to the District Court Since February 26, 2018, enforcement of Residential Tenancies Board (RTB) Determination Orders has moved from the

Farms go limited If farm profits reach the high tax band, it may be more efficient to incorporate 12.5% tax is one of the pros

LAND LAW AND BOUNDARIES Always check that maps are accurate to avoid any negative interactions with your neighbours It is imperative that prior to purchasing

Know your turbary rights before a day’s work in the bog Turbary rights are a common issue in the rural community, and one which can

Tricky business of family land ownership Dear Karen, I left Ireland 13 years ago following the death of my father. My mother had passed away

SELLING YOUR HOME – PROPERTY SOLICITORS – GET A QUOTE TODAY. To ensure the sale of your home goes as smoothly as possible, it is

FAMILY LAW SOLICITORS For most of us, conversations about money can be uncomfortable. There is an age-old tradition in Ireland that people do not speak

PARENTAL CARE LEGAL ADVICE IRELAND Ensuring that you have an up to date will is one of the most important steps you can take to

FARMING, SOCIAL MEDIA, GDPR: ARE YOU READY FOR IT ALL? Embrace social media but be aware of your responsibilities and legal obligations, says Karen Walsh

JAPANESE KNOTWEED CLAIM – SOLICITORS Japanese knotweed poses a risk for farmers, due to its uncontrollable growth and the difficulty in removing it. We discuss

Having witnesses is important when presenting your Compensation claim To properly present your Compensation case, you will need a team of professional witnesses to deal with

SUCCESSION PLANNING Every family is unique. The movement from one generation to the next is one every family must consider, especially if there is a

EXECUTOR OF A WILL – IRELAND Executor of a Will – Cork and Dublin Will Solicitors A legal personal representative is nominated to administer the

SOLAR FARM SOLICITOR The Renewable Energy Directive (red) 2009 sets out binding targets for each member state, with the aim being that, in the EU

CONSULT A PERSONAL INJURY SOLICITOR IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT Consult a Personal Injury Solicitor if you have been involved in an accident. There are

PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS – CRITERIA AND PROCESS Personal Injury Solicitor- Personal injuries are sustained in numerous ways, from an accident at work to a road traffic

PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENT Prenuptial agreement should be considered for anyone who has substantial assets, or who is entering into a second marriage after accumulating wealth over

Land leases must be in writing to avail of tax exemptions A Land Lease sets out both parties’ obligations and provides useful legal protection Leasing

ENDURING POWER OF ATTORNEY SOLICITORS Enduring Power of Attorney is one way to cover all eventualities, giving somebody legal authority to make decisions on your

MAKING A PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM CORK, DUBLIN You may be entitled to make a claim for a personal injury if you were involved in an

PROBATE SOLICITOR CORK AND DUBLIN Dear Karen, Unfortunately a close friend of mine died recently. Prior to his death, when he was quite ill, I

PARENTAL AGREEMENTS FOLLOWING SEPARATION OR DIVORCE Unfortunately when a marriage breaks down and you face into divorce proceedings, the custody and access to your children

Plan for your legacy Contact a Solicitor to Make a Will Mixing business with pleasure is one thing. But mixing business with family is altogether

SOLICITOR ADVICE: PRE-NUPTIAL AGREEMENTS ARE NOT JUST FOR THE RICH AND FAMOUS Solicitor Karen Walsh explains why signing a pre-nuptial or marriage contract makes sense.

WIND FARM AND RENEWABLE ENERGY AGREEMENTS Let us walk you through a scenario: You are approached by a representative of a development company who wants

PRE-NUPTIAL AGREEMENTS IRELAND When George Clooney married Amal Alamuddin, he did so without the benefit of a pre-nuptial agreement. This was a gamble worth $220

Solicitor Advice: Has your tenant failed to pay his/her rent First in our new weekly legal advice articles by solicitor Karen Walsh; rent. I am

SOLICITOR’S GUIDE TO WINDFARM AGREEMENTS A developer may seek an option over all of your lands but it is possible to exclude part of your

Solicitor Advice: Don’t rush into developing a Windfarm A letter arrives in the post from a wind-farm development company, proposing to erect a windfarm on

Succession is a process, not an event Each year, there is a huge amount of interest and queries in relation to succession and the transfer

HOMEMADE WILL: SOLICITOR ADVICE IRELAND Homemade Will: Solicitor Advice – Walsh and Partners Solicitors Whilst making a homemade will may be tempting and something we

EMPLOYMENT LAW Here is some employment law which every employer farmer should know. Employment Contracts – Employment Law  An employer is obliged to provide an

FARM SAFETY: SOLICITOR Why do farmers farm, given the economic adversities and difficulties? The answer is, love. Farmers farm for the love of farming. Farmers

FARM ACCIDENT SOLICITORS CORK AND DUBLIN The Farmer – The Employer:  Specialised farming solicitors based in Cork and Dublin, serving farmers, employers and farm workers

SOLICITOR CONTRACT HEIFER REARING John and Paul entered into a Contract Rearing of Heifers arrangement last year. John is a local dairy farmer. He wished

WINDFARM SOLICITORS CORK AND DUBLIN Let’s talk about wind farms. You are a landowner or farmer and you receive a very well written letter in

MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE CLAIM Medical Negligence which is also known as “clinical negligence” occurs when a person suffers an injury as a result of a healthcare