Section 14 of the Mediation Act 2017 provides that there is a legal obligation on a Practising Solicitor, prior to issuing proceedings, to advise the client to consider Mediation, as a means of attempting to resolve the dispute, which will be the subject of the proposed proceedings, and to provide information with respect to […]
A new law was enacted in July 2024 affecting leases and licences granted to students. In accordance with Government’s commitment to the Housing for All plan increased protection has been granted to students in private residential areas enacted under the Residential Tenancies (Amendment) Act 2024(“the 2024 Act”). This gives added protection to students and the […]
By Des Lynch, Partner and Head of Private Client Department & Oisin O’Brien, Intern Introduction Creating a Will is a fundamental aspect of comprehensive estate planning. It is a straightforward yet powerful way to protect your assets and loved ones, as well as to ensure that your wishes are respected. Moreover, it can negate […]
OFX were delighted to host a Cork jersey / red & white fundraiser today. The fundraiser was in support of the Dillon Quirke Foundation who do phenomenal work throughout Munster. This charity was founded after a young Tipperary player passed away from Sudden Adult Death Syndrome. Dillon’s family continue to raise awareness of Sudden Adult […]
Auto-Enrolment: A radical shake up of the pensions landscape “Automatic Enrolment has been talked about for decades, and today is a clear sign that we mean action.” Heather Humphries, Minister for Social Protection, announced the publication of the landmark legislation, the Automatic Enrolment Retirement Savings System Bill 2024 on 5 April 2024, which was […]
The Employment Equality Acts 1998 – 2015 (“EEA”) transposed the Employment Equality Directive into Irish law and prohibits discrimination on nine grounds, including age. As such, the termination of employment due to age could be considered discrimination unless it falls within Section 34(4) of the EEA (or Article 6 of the Directive) which provides it […]
By Des Lynch, Partner and Head of Private Client Department & Maurice Lane, Legal Executive Introduction An enduring power of attorney has long been a very useful mechanism in allowing an individual to ensure that their future needs are met, in a manner they approve, in the event of a loss of mental capacity. […]
Save the Date ✔?⛳ We have just launched our Golf Classic fundraiser, which is once again kindly supported by our long standing sponsors, O’Flynn Exhams LLP LLP Solicitors. The annual event raises much needed funds for our organisation and will see up to 60 teams of golfers joining us on the 13th and 14th June […]
O’Flynn Exhams LLP were thrilled to take part in the Cork Calcutta Run over the weekend. Well done to everyone who took part, and to our own Ray Murphy for coming in first place in the men’s category! We are always delighted to support such a meaningful cause, raising essential funds for The Hope […]
One of Ireland’s longest established commercial law firms has announced plans to grow its business by 50% over the next five years. O’Flynn Exhams LLP is aiming to increase the number of solicitors at the firm to at least 30 by 2029. The firm has a history dating back to the late 18th century and […]
O’Flynn Exhams LLP is delighted that it has been recognised by The Legal 500 in its 2024 rankings, for the fifth consecutive year. The Legal 500, one of the most prestigious international legal directories, features law firms from across the world who are providing the ‘most cutting edge and innovative advice to corporate counsel.’ O’Flynn […]
By Maggie Kelleher Byrne: Flexible / Remote Working Requests The right to request remote or flexible working, introduced by the Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023 (the “Act”), has been brought into effect as of 7 March 2024. The Workplace Relations Commission has also published a Code of Practice (the “Code”) to advise […]