Terry Are you looking to make provision for a child in a tax efficient way? A bare trust is one way to do this. Trusts have also been subject to close scrutiny by those looking to put assets beyond the reach of creditors in the last few years in Ireland. If you have significant debt problems … Read more
In the EU there are 2 ways to seek to have a judgment enforced in a different EU jurisdiction: 1) the European Enforcement Order (EEO) procedure or 2) obtain a declaration of enforceability in the Member State where enforcement is sought. The EEO allows the creditor to avoid the need to obtain a declaration of … Read more
Trusts are incredibly useful legal devices which are typically used to Ensure property is enjoyed by individuals in succession Provide for beneficiaries whose identity may not yet be known. Trusts can be broadly categorised into Inter vivos (during the lifetime) trusts and Will trusts. Will Trusts The focus of this piece will be on will … Read more
There are 3 main differences between buying a house and buying an apartment in Ireland. the title to an apartment is always leasehold unlike the freehold title of a house. an apartment will involve common areas as it will be part of a building scheme. an apartment will involve a management company to manage the … Read more
Land disputes in Ireland can be incredibly bitter and costly for all concerned. The relationship of Irish people with “the field”, and property generally, appears to be unique and most of us probably know families, neighbours, friends, and others who have been involved in a bitter dispute involving land or property. Proprietary Estopppel The equitable … Read more