Advice / Tips

Farming and Green Energy Opportunities in Ireland

As Ireland moves toward a greener future, farmers are ideally placed to lead the charge in renewable energy. At Eoin O’Gorman Solicitors, we work closely with farmers and landowners to help them explore exciting new income streams from green energy—while safeguarding their legal interests.

Whether you’re considering solar panels, wind turbines, biomass heating, or anaerobic […]

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Farming and Green Energy Opportunities in Ireland

What’s Involved in Administering an Estate in Ireland?

Losing a loved one is never easy—and if you’ve been named as the executor of their will, it can feel like a big responsibility at a difficult time. At Eoin O’Gorman Solicitors, based on Crescent Quay, Wexford, we’re here to help make the process of administering an estate as clear and stress-free as possible.

In […]

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What to Expect When Buying Your First Home in Ireland: A Step-by-Step Guide

At Eoin O’Gorman Solicitors, based on Crescent Quay in Wexford, we know that buying your first home is one of life’s most exciting—and sometimes most nerve-wracking—milestones. Whether you’re looking at a cosy townhouse, a countryside bungalow, or a sleek city apartment, it helps to know what to expect from the process.

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What are the Tax Implications of Transferring a Site to a Child?

Transferring a Site from Parent to Child in Ireland: What Are the Tax Implications?

In Ireland, it’s quite common for parents to gift or transfer a site to their child for the purpose of building a home. While it’s a generous and practical gesture, it’s important to understand the tax […]

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WHY SHOULD I MAKE A WILL?

Making a will is important for several reasons. Here are few:

1. Control over your asset: A will allows you to dictate how your assets will be distributed after your death. This can help ensure that your assets are passed on to the people or organisations you care about in the way […]

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MY ORIGINAL WILL – WHERE SHOULD IT KEEP IT?

Your original Will should be kept in a safe place where it cannot be damaged or tampered with.  Further, you should never write on it, staple or unstaple it, put a paper clip in it or mark in in any way.  Problems may arise after your death, if there are signs that your Will […]

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GUARDIANS VS GODPARENTS

I’m often asked by clients whether the selection of Godparents for their children is the same as naming legal guardians for their children. The answer is “no.”
Guardians and Godparents are entirely different roles. The former is a legally recognised position and the latter is a ceremonial title significant only in religious and cultural right.

A […]

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WHAT HAPPENS TO MY SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS AFTER I DIE?

Social media is a huge aspect of our day to day lives. From Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, LinkedIn, YouTube, Tumblr, WhatsApp – the list goes on and on. Whilst making a social media account can all be done with the click of a button (and more often than not without spending a cent), the […]

By |May 13th, 2019|Categories: Advice / Tips, Local News, News, Probate/Wills|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on WHAT HAPPENS TO MY SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS AFTER I DIE?

Buying your first house – when should you see a solicitor?

A common question frequently asked by first-time home buyers is “When should I engage a solicitor?” Purchasing your first house is a complex and possibly stressful task for most people. There are many risks that are associated with purchasing property together with endless to-do lists and a mass of new information that you are […]

By |February 15th, 2018|Categories: Advice / Tips, Local News, News, Property||Comments Off on Buying your first house – when should you see a solicitor?

Leave Your Gift For The Future, Leave A Legacy

This My Legacy Week, Eoin O’Gorman Solicitors ask you to support Irish charities by considering leaving a legacy gift in your will, after you have taken care of your family and loved ones.  We support My Legacy, an umbrella group of over 50 Irish charities who work together to highlight how important it is […]

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