Rights of a Cohabitant: What Are Your Rights If You Are Living With A Partner?
Friday, 25 September 2020
John Lynch looks the issue of rights of a cohabitant. What are they and how do you classify as a cohabitant? How long do you have to be living together to qualify as a cohabitant? What do you need to do to prove that you are cohabiting? And, what happens if the relationship ends?
- Published in Family Law,Separation & Divorce
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Pre-Nups,Cohabitation &Co-ownership Agreements
Thursday, 17 September 2020
Pre-nups and other agreements are no longer the preserve of the rich and famous. They are becoming increasingly popular among couples. There are various agreements that you should consider putting in place if you are contemplating legal relationships. A Prenuptial Agreement? Prenuptial agreements have been labelled as “an insurance policy against falling out of love”.
- Published in Family Law,Separation & Divorce
Marriage Breakdown – Your Divorce Questions Answered
Tuesday, 15 September 2020
It is important that all parties are ready to deal with the practicalities of the breakup. To do this, you may need the help of professionals – psychologists, counsellors, mediators and lawyers.
- Published in Family Law,Separation & Divorce
Co-habitation, Co-ownership, Separation & Pre-nuptial Agreement: What You Need To Know
Thursday, 28 May 2020
A ‘couple’ of must do’s We are often told to make sure that we have our affairs in order. This article looks at the steps that you should consider when creating a co-habitation, co-ownership or pre-nupital agreement. This can include making a Will and an Enduring Power of Attorney. Regulating Relationships It also involves regularizing
Co-ownership, Co-habitation and Pre-nup Agreements
Tuesday, 26 May 2020
Co-ownership agreements Buying a property with another person is in many respects like investing in a business and it is important for all the parties to know the terms and conditions of your relationship as property owners. Anyone who is buying a property with another person, whether they are a family member or a friend,
Cohabitation: What are your rights?
Saturday, 02 May 2020
What rights do couple living together have on a breakup or death. Can you do an agreement with the person you are living with.
- Published in Family Law,Separation & Divorce
Surrogacy – What Is The Law In Ireland?
Thursday, 12 March 2020
Gillian O’Mahony looks at the issue of surrogacy in Ireland and looks at the issues that you need to know in this blog and accompanying podcast. What is surrogacy? Surrogacy is where a woman becomes pregnant with the intention of handing over the child to someone else after giving birth. Surrogacy is a way for
- Published in Family Law,Separation & Divorce
Legal Highlights from 2019
Friday, 10 January 2020
As we get to grips with a new year and indeed a new decade! It’s worthwhile looking back at some of the legal highlights during the last 12 months. Some of these changes may have a long lasting and profound impact on Irish legal landscape. Cervical Check While this was
Divorce: Living Apart Requirement Reduced to 2 Years
Wednesday, 04 December 2019
We look at the changes to the living apart requirement, which has been reduced as part of The Family Law Act 2019.
- Published in Family Law,Separation & Divorce
Family Law Court Reform – What Changes Can We Expect?
Tuesday, 12 November 2019
Changes in Divorce – New Legislation The Family Law Bill 2019 has now passed all stages in the Oireachtas. The legislation follows the passing of the divorce referendum on May 24 to amend the Constitution. The referendum was carried by 82% of those who voted The Family Law Bill 2019 amends the Family
- Published in Family Law,Separation & Divorce