How does the Probate process work?

When a person dies, their Will is used as the foundation upon which their estate is administered. In order to do this, usually a Grant of Representation is required. The granting of this document means that the appropriate tax has been paid and the deceased's estate can be shared out as per the directions in the Will. The Personal Representatives of a deceased person (called the Executors in a Will) will work together with a Solicitor to gather in valuations of the deceased's assets and compile them together. They will then submit a tax return in relation to Capital Acquisition Tax and proceed to complete the Statement of Affairs form for submission the Probate Office. As part of their applicaiton, the Personal Represntatives will also submit the original Will and requisite sworn affidavits. Once the application has been reviewed by the Probate Office and providing they do not require any further information, then a Grant of Representation is issued. This can be either a Grant of Probate when there is a Will or a Grant of Letters of Administration when the deceased died intestate. With the Grant of Representation, the estate of the deceased can now be administered in accordance with their Will or in accordance with the intestacy rules under the Succession Act for those who died without leaving a Will.

Do I need to include a trust in my Will?

Whilst being a useful instrument, Wills are sometimes complex in nature, especially with the inclusion of trusts. In order to protect loved ones you wish to benefit under your Will, trusts are often created to enable this, for example when it comes to bequeathing assets to a loved one who is mental impaired or holding money in trust until children obtain a certain age. It is important to properly understand the implications of creating a trust(s) and that is why finding the right Solicitor is paramount.

What is the difference between a solicitor, barrister and lawyer?

Lawyer is an umbrella term, all solicitors and barristers are lawyers. Solicitors are the most frequent type of lawyer required by clients. Solicitors can be general practitioners or specialise in a particular area, solicitors act in both contentious matters by acting on your behalf in court or tribunal proceedings, and in non-contentious matters such as buying a house or a business. Barristers are expert advocates, their role generally involves preparing a contentious matter for hearing before a court or tribunal, and speaking on a client’s behalf at that hearing. Barristers may also be experts in their field in specific areas of law, and are often called on to give a legal opinion or provide advice on a specific issue that a client may want answered.

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Our initial consultation is free. Any fees for legal services will be discussed transparently with the chosen legal professional.

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FirstCall connects individuals with a panel of legal experts, matching them with the right solicitor or barrister based on their specific legal needs.

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Start by identifying the legal tasks you wish to outsource, research potential providers, assess their capabilities, and establish a clear contract outlining expectations and responsibilities.

Is LPO suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)?

Absolutely. SMEs can benefit from LPO by accessing legal expertise without the overhead costs of maintaining a full-time legal department.

How does LPO affect our in-house legal team?

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What are the potential risks of LPO?

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Can LPO providers handle complex legal tasks?

Yes, many LPO firms are equipped to manage complex tasks such as intellectual property services, high-volume litigation support, and compliance management.

How do I choose the right LPO provider?

Consider factors like the provider's experience, expertise in relevant legal areas, security protocols, client testimonials, and alignment with your company's needs.

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How can LPO benefit my company?

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Which legal services are commonly outsourced?

Businesses often outsource services including contract management, litigation support, legal research, due diligence, and regulatory compliance tasks.

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Injunctions - FirstCall

Let's talk about injunctions

An Order by the Court preventing someone from doing a certain thing or in some cases, obligating someone to do something

Injunctions can fall broadly into two categories; permanent injunctions (which normally are issued after a case has been heard and a permanent injunction is viewed as an appropriate remedy) and interim injunctions (sometimes referred to as pre-trial or pre-action injunctions). The interim injunction umbrella then covers other types of temporary injunction.

Is an injunction necessary?

FirstCall will connect you with a team of legal professionals who can assess your circumstances.

Given the emergent nature of an injunction, it is imperative that you seek advice without delay. Our team can assess your situation and circumstances, allowing them to decide whether or not an injunction is required and if so, which type of injunction.

What We Offer

Various types of injunction exist to provide relief to various circumstances

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Mandatory Injunctions

An injunction which is ordered by a Court, compelling someone to do a certain thing. For example, offering up documents or forfeiting property. They can also be used to reverse an action already taken.

Prohibitory Injunctions

As the name alludes to, this type of injunction prevents an action being taken such as breaching a contract, leaking information or causing potential harm.

Interim and Interlocutory Injunctions

Interim injunctions are usually done ex-parte and prevent one party making a decision that would prejudice a case. Interlocutory injunctions are put in place until a hearing date is set to maintain status quo.

Quia Timet or Precautionary Injunction

Ordered by a Court to put a stop to any perceived act that an applicant can show would cause reasonable harm, the consequences of said act being more than damages could compensate.

Mareva Injunctions (Freezing Order)

As the name indicates, this type of injunction prevents an individual from interfering with or disposing of an asset whilst a hearing is ongoing so as any potential judgment handed down is not frustrated..

Anton Pillar Orders

Where it is reasonably believe a party may destroy crucial evidence, this type of injunction allows for search property and seizure evidence without notice.

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We're cheaper than law firms

We're up to 75% cheaper than hiring a law firm

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We make our clients feel like they've been listened to at what is likely to be a difficult time

An honest approach to doing business

We're a business founded by lawyers so we're experts in the field and we believe in good karma.

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All you need to know about injunctions

Yes, all panel lawyers are regulated by the Irish Legal Services Regulatory Authority. Solicitors are also regulated by the Law Society of Ireland, and Barristers are regulated by either or both the Bar of Ireland and the Honorable Society of Kings Inns.

Absolutely. All solicitors and barristers in our network are fully qualified, licensed, and have a proven track record in their respective fields.

Yes, we strive to connect you with the appropriate legal expert promptly, especially in urgent situations.

Yes, depending on your legal needs, we can connect you with either a solicitor for general legal advice or a barrister for specialised representation.

It depends. For contentious matters (i.e. those going to, or likely to go to a court or tribunal) you typically need both. For less serious cases you may just need a solicitor, but we are happy to advise you on this. For non-contentious matters (i.e any other matter other than the above) you will likely just need a solicitor or barrister.

Simply contact us through our website or call our helpline. We'll gather some basic information about your legal issue and begin the matching process.

We use our own expertise, drawing from the knowledge of our own qualified lawyers, and using our proprietary algorithm which matches clients with suitable lawyers.

We assess your legal issue and match you with professionals who have the appropriate expertise and experience in that area of law.

We prioritise your privacy and ensure that all information shared is handled with the utmost confidentiality and in compliance with data protection laws.

Contact us confidentially with some information with regard to the type of legal matter you need assistance with. We will match you directly with a suitable lawyer after we have had a brief conversation with you to get further detail. Once the lawyer accepts instructions they will give an indication as to the timeframe, and you will receive updates in real time on our platform until the conclusion of the matter.

FirstCall does not charge any client a fee for this service. Platform maintenance and service fees are paid by the solicitors and barristers on our panel. In terms of legal fees payable by clients to panel members, this is negotiated separately between the lawyers and clients. For some legal matters, panel members may offer “no-foal no-fee” or “no-win no-fee” cost structures, but this is a matter for you and panel lawyer to agree.

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Let's talk about injunctions

An Order by the Court preventing someone from doing a certain thing or in some cases, obligating someone to do something

Is an injunction necessary?

FirstCall will connect you with a team of legal professionals who can assess your circumstances.

What We Offer

Various types of injunction exist to provide relief to various circumstances

Mandatory Injunctions

Prohibitory Injunctions

Interim and Interlocutory Injunctions

Quia Timet or Precautionary Injunction

Mareva Injunctions (Freezing Order)

Anton Pillar Orders

FirstCall takes the pain out of legal by matching your needs with the best legal talent

We're cheaper than law firms

We're fiercely independent

We Listen

An honest approach to doing business

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Let's talk about injunctions

An Order by the Court preventing someone from doing a certain thing or in some cases, obligating someone to do something

Is an injunction necessary?

FirstCall will connect you with a team of legal professionals who can assess your circumstances.

What We Offer

Various types of injunction exist to provide relief to various circumstances

Mandatory Injunctions

Prohibitory Injunctions

Interim and Interlocutory Injunctions

Quia Timet or Precautionary Injunction

Mareva Injunctions (Freezing Order)

Anton Pillar Orders

FirstCall takes the pain out of legal by matching your needs with the best legal talent

We're cheaper than law firms

We're fiercely independent

We Listen

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All you need to know about injunctions

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Are the legal professionals in FirstCall's network qualified?

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Do I need a solicitor or barrister or both?

How do I get started with FirstCall?

How do you select the lawyer?

How does FirstCall determine the right legal expert for me?

How does FirstCall ensure confidentiality?

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