Every adult should make a Will. Not to do so will result in your estate being administered in accordance with the law and not necessarily your own wishes. Making a Will is usually uncomplicated and inexpensive. Contact us to make a Will and enjoy peace of mind having put your affairs in order. We will also advise you on how to minimise any possible inheritance tax payable by your beneficiaries.

If you recently lost a loved one, you may not be aware what steps have to be taken to administer the estate of that person. We will advise you on what steps need to be taken to regularise matters and have property and finances registered to the names of the beneficiaries.

If you or a member of your family are involved in a contentious Will or probate matter, as an administrator, beneficiary, or another interested party, we will take the time to listen to the details of your case and outline your options.  It is always our aim to preserve relationships between family members and loved ones, and will often recommend ADR or mediation as a first step due to the reduced cost and stress involved, and most importantly, it is highly effective in bringing about long-term and amicable resolutions.

Call Kevin for a consultation on (01) 284 2420

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Kevin O’Higgins Solicitors have a substantial probate practice which provides the following services:

• Making a Will – a simple Will.
• Administration of estates – including advice to beneficiaries and/or family members of their rights and in relation to the estate
• Contentious trust and probate matters
• Creation of trusts with a view to facilitating trusts in tax planning
• Powers of Attorney including wards of court and Enduring Powers of Attorney
• Making Mutual Wills – Husband & Wife
• Advice in the formation of family partnerships
• S117 and S121 Applications taken by children
• Estate Planning with capital tax advice

• Set up and administration of charities and not for profit organisations, and obtaining tax-exempt status
• The administration of and winding up of trusts including advising the beneficiaries or potential beneficiaries of their rights and entitlements
• Disputes regarding wills and probate
• Alternative dispute resolution
• Legal right share entitlements of spouses and rights of qualified co-habitees
• Preparation and drafting of Wills
• Tax efficient transfer of family and wealth assets and businesses to the next generation

Client Testimonial

“Being based in London, I was faced with the daunting prospect of dealing with my late Father’s Estate in Ireland, complicated by him owning property and land with various farming grants applicable. While I dealt with the UK Estate, Kevin proved to an invaluable source of help and guidance with matters in Ireland concluded both quickly and efficiently. I would readily recommend Kevin O’Higgins Solicitors and their services”.

– Mark O’Connor ( London )