Guides to Irish law
Plain-English guides to legal processes in the Republic of Ireland, with links to the official sources — so you know what to expect before you speak to a solicitor.
How Divorce Works in Ireland: Steps, Timeline and Costs to Expect
The two-of-three-years rule, judicial separation, which court hears your case, mediation, and what changes when the new family courts open in 2027.
How to Make a WRC Complaint in Ireland: Time Limits and What Happens Next
The 6-month deadline, how to complain online, what happens at a WRC hearing, and how to appeal to the Labour Court within 42 days.
Buying a Home in Ireland: The Conveyancing Process Step by Step
From 'sale agreed' to getting the keys: booking deposits, contracts, stamp duty, Help to Buy and registering with Tailte Éireann.
How Probate Works in Ireland: A Plain-English Guide for Executors
What an executor does, where to apply for a grant, the Probate Office and District Probate Registries, inheritance tax, and what happens if there's no will.
Registering Your Immigration Permission in Ireland (IRP): What Changed in 2025
First-time registration now happens only at ISD's Burgh Quay office in Dublin. Who needs to register, renewals, employment permits and citizenship basics.
Injury Claims in Ireland and the Injuries Resolution Board Explained
How the Injuries Resolution Board (formerly PIAB) process works, the two-year time limit, mediation, and when a claim goes to court.
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