RECOGNITION OF FOREIGN MARRIAGES/DIVORCES Where marriage takes place abroad, that marriage will be recognised as a valid marriage in the Republic of Ireland, if both of the parties to the marriage had the capacity to marry according to the law of their domicile at the time of that marriage, and where the formal legal requirements

COHABITING COUPLES Under the relevant legislation being the Civil Partnership and Certain Rights and Obligations of Cohabitants Act 2010, Cohabitants are defined in that Act as two same sex or opposite sex adults who are: Not married to each other and not in a registered civil partnership Not related within the prohibited degrees of relationship

There are two ways to legally separate in the Republic of Ireland, either by way of a Separation Agreement or a Judicial Separation. Deed of Separation/Separation Agreement: When people decide to end that marriage, they may enter into a Separation Agreement. A Separation Agreement is a legally binding contract entered into between the parties which

What is a divorce? A decree of divorce dissolves the marriage between two parties. Once a divorce is granted, the parties can re-marry if they so wish. A decree of divorce also terminates certain rights of the parties to include succession rights, which means that the former spouse no longer has an automatic entitlement to

Every day people are injured or involved in avoidable accidents in public places – from beaches to parks, restaurants to supermarkets, car parks and shops. The type and severity of these personal injuries can vary significantly. Businesses and local authorities have a duty of care to those visiting their premises or using their roads, for

Good employers recognise that proper health and safety is good for business and will take steps to ensure their systems of work and the workplace environment protects their employees. Sadly, some employers continue to breach health and safety law, and even good employers’ systems of work break down at times, leading to workplace accidents. We

Being involved in a road traffic accident can be hugely traumatic, can cause significant disruption and in some cases devastation. McCormack Solicitors understand this and are here to help where we can, to sort out what we know from a legal perspective and to guide you using our extensive experience. McCormack Solicitors deal with more

We advise in relation to a wide variety of commercial property transactions. Commercial property is complex and will nearly always require legal advice to avoid disputes later arising. Our property solicitors can help with the sale and purchase of commercial property with a full commercial conveyancing service, including investigating ownership and title to the property, carrying

At McCormack Solicitors we recognise that for many people their home is their greatest asset. We also understand that buying and selling property can be stressful for those involved so that we work closely with our clients to bring transactions to a smooth and timely conclusion. We act for first time buyers, clients who are

We offer services and advices to our clients in relation to all legal issues surrounding wills, trusts and probate including:- • Drafting wills • Providing advice regarding management and passing of assets in a tax efficient manner • Drafting all types of trusts • Drafting powers of attorney and enduring powers of attorney • Administration of