Real-estate law FAQ

Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring the ownership of real estate from a seller to a buyer. It involves reviewing land registry records, planning permissions, boundary maps, and structural reports to ensure the buyer receives clear, undisputed legal title to the property without hidden liabilities or structural breaches.

A standard residential property purchase typically takes between 8 to 12 weeks from the date the sale is agreed. However, this timeline can vary significantly depending on factors such as mortgage approval speed, title complexities, planning irregularities, and whether the transaction is part of a chain.

In addition to the purchase price, buyers must account for Irish Stamp Duty (typically 1% of the property value up to €1 million), land registry registration fees, search fees, structural survey fees, and professional solicitor legal fees (which may be a flat rate or a percentage of the purchase price).

A boundary dispute arises when property owners disagree on the physical location of their dividing property line. Resolution typically begins with a detailed land registry map comparison conducted by a licensed surveyor. If a discrepancy exists, we aim to resolve the matter through formal mediation, saving both parties from stressful and costly court litigation.

Yes. Our commercial legal division regularly represents both landlords and tenants in structuring, drafting, and negotiating commercial leases. We ensure that key lease terms, including rent reviews, repairs, subletting rights, and break options, align with our clients' commercial and financial objectives.