What is a commercial rent review in Ireland?

This article is reviewed and approved by Peter O’Connor & Son LLP In plain terms, a commercial rent review is the moment written into a business lease when the rent is revisited, while the rest of the agreement stays the same. The aim is to keep the rent broadly in step with the property market […]

Commercial rent reviews in Ireland: what business tenants and landlords need to know

This article is reviewed and approved by Peter O’Connor & Son LLP. A commercial rent review decides how much rent you pay for the rest of your lease. Get it wrong and a business can end up paying well over the going rate for years. It is one of the most important clauses in any […]

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What is wardship discharge

This article is reviewed and approved by Peter O’Connor & Son LLP. Wardship discharge is the legal process through which an existing Ward of Court is released from the old wardship system. Following discharge, new arrangements may be put in place depending on the person’s circumstances and capacity needs. This may involve: Decision-Making Assistance Agreements […]

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Wardship discharge changes in Ireland: what families need to know

This article is reviewed and approved by Peter O’Connor & Son LLP. The legal framework surrounding wardship in Ireland has changed significantly in recent years. With the introduction of the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015, Ireland is moving away from the traditional wardship system towards a more modern and rights-based approach to decision-making. For many […]

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Join Our Waterford Team as a Secretary / Administrator

Peter O’Connor & Son Solicitors and Paul Murran Revenue Sheriff are a well-established and progressive general Legal practice and Revenue Sheriff office based in Waterford City who are seeking to recruit a Secretary/Administrator to join their team. Location: WaterfordFirm: Peter O’Connor & Son LLPJob Type: Full Time / PermanentPractice Area: General SecretarialWeb Address: http://www.poc.ie The […]

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Codicil to a will in Ireland: What it means and why you might need one

This article is reviewed and approved by Katie Reddin, Solicitor, Peter O’Connor & Son LLP. At Peter O’Connor & Son Solicitors, we often meet clients who have made a valid will in the past but now need to update it. Perhaps they want to change their executor, update a gift or remove a beneficiary. In […]

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A defining Olympic moment: Peter O’Connor’s stand in Athens 1906

This article is reviewed and approved by Paul Murran, Managing Partner, Peter O’Connor & Son LLP. At Peter O’Connor & Son Solicitors, we deeply value the spirit of integrity and courage. That’s why the story of Peter O’Connor, Ireland’s lesser-known yet profoundly impactful Olympic hero, deeply resonates with us. In an episode of The Pat […]

Will with a Codicil in Ireland

This article is reviewed and approved by Paul Murran, Managing Partner, Peter O’Connor & Son LLP. A codicil is a legal document used to make minor changes to an existing will without the need to create a completely new one. Think of it as an amendment that allows you to update certain parts of your […]

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How Ireland’s Data Protection Laws Affect Small Businesses

Reviewed and approved by Paul Murran, Managing Partner, Peter O’Connor & Son LLP. At Peter O’Connor & Son Solicitors, we understand how challenging it can be for small business owners to keep up with evolving legal responsibilities—especially when it comes to data protection. Ireland’s data protection framework, shaped largely by the General Data Protection Regulation […]

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Avoid These Common Mistakes When Applying for an Irish Visa

Reviewed and approved by Paul Murran, Managing Partner, Peter O’Connor & Son LLP. Applying for an Irish visa can be a complex and time-sensitive process. Whether you’re moving to Ireland for work, study, family reunification, or retirement, the application process requires careful attention to detail. Unfortunately, many applicants make avoidable mistakes that result in unnecessary […]

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