We are mindful of the demands of efficiency, professional integrity and confidentiality which are features of legal practice in the modern global environment and we strive to provide our clients with service of the highest quality

Property Law

Buying, renting or selling domestic and commercial property has potential to be one of the most stressful periods of many people’s lives. At Dominic Hilton Law Firm, we fully understand this and we endeavour to make the transaction as stress free as possible. We want to guarantee you piece of mind while dealing in a diligent and timely fashion with any problems or issues that may arise during the process. We have over the years gained valuable experience in advising cohabiting couples and those who have entered into civil partnerships on their legal rights and responsibilities regarding property law. We will also review with you any other legal requirements that may arise for example, if you own a property have you considered making a Will or updating your Will.

  • Good Analysis
  • Quality Manpower
  • Creativity and poise

The buying and selling of property are usually one of the biggest financial transactions that most people will conduct throughout their life.

Before buying any property, you need to factor in the cost of not just the property, you should also consider the cost of the stamp duty and any surveyors that may be required to look at the property along with other additional costs. This demonstrates the need to budget carefully to ensure that everything goes as smoothly as possible with your sale or purchase. We will furnish you with a detailed list of the potential costs at the beginning of your transaction hence allowing you to budget accordingly.

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COMMERCIAL LAW

At Dominic Hilton Law Firm we are experienced in giving expert advice to our client’s in every aspect of commercial law. We are able to act on both a national and inter-national level in all areas of commercial law regardless of the technicalities of the individual case. Every business should understand the importance of having professional and competent legal representation to protect their organisations interests and investments. Modern companies are today more inter-connected than ever before, and technology has transformed the way in which companies trade, invest, and recruit.

  • Business Acquisition
  • Franchising Agreements
  • Commercial Contracts

However with increased opportunity also comes increased risk to organisations profit margins due to the lack of traditional legal structures and practices that are now implemented in many business transactions.

Some of the other areas in which we have successfully worked on behalf of our clients

We can explain to you in plain English what your legal rights and requirements are, as well as being able to act on your behalf as a third party in any further arbitration or litigation that may be legally required of your organisation.

Some of the other areas in which we have successfully worked on behalf of our clients include; business acquisitions, franchising agreements, shareholder agreements and commercial contracts.The current difficult economic climate in has made us very accustomed to dealing with issues such as debt collection and insolvency law. This is an area of legal practice which demands that any legal firm acts with a certain amount of empathy and sensitivity to the specific issues of the cases on which it works. In all aspects of commercial law Dominic Hilton Law Firm will act to bring all proceedings to a dignified and satisfactory outcome for all participants involved in the process. We appreciate that the legal system can appear to be a complicated one, but that is why we will always keep our clients firmly aware of all the legal developments in their case. We take pride in the fact that we can offer our clients the very best commercial law advice and representation. Regardless of the nature of your legal requirements contact Dominic Hilton Law Firm today and we can begin working for you and your business from day one.

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FAMILLY LAW

Family law is another area in which we have key experience and expertise in delivering the best possible legal service to our clients. Obviously by its very nature family law can be a very distressing and emotional time for all parties involved. At Dominic Hilton Law Firm we appreciate that there are a lot of different reasons as to why relationships or marriages break down, and we would advise anyone going through these difficulties to try and come to a mutually agreeable solution themselves before bringing the matter before the courts. We fully encourage and facilitate the route of mediation prior to taking any further action and we offer extensive and unbiased advice in respect of same. We also offer comprehensive services in relation to effecting a Separation Agreement which is the most practical and beneficial solution in respect of time, costs and disruption during what can be a very difficult time.

  • Safety protection and barring
  • Guardianship and custody
  • Child production and abduction

Unfortunately, sometimes the only course of action left is via the legal route and in such circumstances we are more than capable of representing you in the proceedings. There are many factors to consider during a separation or divorce such as the division of assets, child care and custody arrangements as well as maintenance and support payments. Our approach is always to seek a workable and realistic solution and we present each case before the courts to reflect this and to meet the individual requirements of each case.

We are on the Legal Aid Family Law Private Practitioners Panel in relation to District Court Guardianship

If minors are involved in the situation then it is of prime importance that their needs are accurately assessed and met during legal proceedings. This is reflected in the fact that the court will make a decision on custody based on what it determines are in the best interests of the child or children.

We also offer legal advice in the areas of the recognition of foreign divorces, the adoption of children and the legal issues surrounding children born out of wedlock, and civil partnership issues. We are on the Legal Aid Board District Court panel and have vast experience in dealing with District Court applications including access, maintenance, safety protection and barring, guardianship and custody and child production and abduction.We are on the Legal Aid Family Law Private Practitioners Panel in relation to District Court Guardianship, Maintenance, Access and Domestic Violence Applications. We also work extensively in The Family Law Court Centre, Dolphin House, and we are also on the panel for Kildare District Courts.If you need further information regarding any aspect of family law, or simply require some impartial legal advice in the strictest of confidence, please contact us today and we will go through your individual circumstances with you and advise you on the best course of action that you can take for you and your family.

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probate and will

We have extensive experience in advising bereaved families on how to process and deal effectively with the estates of their family members. We can help both with the drafting of a will or the administration involved in closing a person’s estate. Making a will is vital if you want to make sure certain individuals are provided for after you are gone. And the only way to achieve this is with a well written legally binding document that will stand up to scrutiny.

  • Family Estate
  • Private Estate
  • Personal Estate

Probate in American law is basically the system that has been established to legally deal with the financial and personal affairs of a deceased individual. It is required to engage a probate officer who can clarify that a person’s will is in order and that all relevant tax has been paid, before any beneficiaries can receive their share of the estate.

The reason you may need legal representation during the probate process is that the probate officer in only deals with undisputed cases. Therefore if there is any sort of legal challenge by a third party or for example no will recorded, the estate may need to be resolved through the legal system.

We can also guide and advise our clients on all legal considerations that need to be taken in granting power of attorney or a ward of the court. At Dominic Hilton Law Firm, we understand that this can be a emotionally difficult time for a families and for individuals involved in this process, that is why we do our utmost to make things as clear and as straightforward from the outset. We firmly believe that great client care comes from understanding the needs of our clients and addressing them in a proactive and transparent way

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EMPLOYMENT LAW

Employment law covers a wide range of legal issues that affect, employers, employees and the self employed. We at Dominic Hilton Law Firm recognise that everyone has the right to work in a safe environment which is free from discrimination, harassment and inequality.

  • Employment Appeals Tribunal
  • The Labour Relations Commission
  • The Equality Tribunal and Labour Court

We have extensive experience of successfully representing our clients before the Employment Appeals Tribunal, the Labour Relations Commission, the Equality Tribunal & Labour Court.

Employment law can be very legally technical and detailed and there are many factors which may impact on your case, because of the nature of employment law in it is wise to seek a consultation with an experienced legal practice before you respond to any requests or submissions form a third party.

We at Dominic Hilton Law Firm, appreciate that for some people this can be a difficult and challenging time for them both personally and professional. That is why we handle all enquires with the utmost discretion, and will work on your behalf to come to a dignified and satisfactory outcome to your case. Whatever the problems you are experiencing in your job, if you trust us to do ours we will guide and advise you through the whole legal process in a transparent and professional manner. Even if you are unsure if you have a legitimate grievance or legal grounds for a case, contact us today and we would be happy to go over the specific details of your case with you.

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Licensing LAW

To undertake the vast majority of commercial activities in requires the owner or operator of an organisation to hold the relevant licence in which to practice their trade. Restaurants, bars, nightclubs and off-licences all require a licence in . Entertainment events, hotels, horse and dog racing as well as cinemas and sports venues also require a licence to operate legally and compliantly in the State

  • Entertainment Events
  • Transfer of License
  • Legal Advice

At Dominic Hilton Law Firm, we are experienced in helping our clients through this process, and we can provide you with all the legal advice you will need from applying for a license through to the renewal and even the transfer of a licence. If you are unsure as to whether you require a licence the best course of action is to seek independent legal advice before you begin trading or interacting with the public, this can avoid any unnecessary legal problems for you or your organisation further down the line.

Applications for an alcohol licence are generally made through the District Court or Circuit Court and the cost and type of licence awarded can vary on the type of premises or nature of the business that is conducted within it.

At Dominic Hilton Law Firm, we appreciate that time is money in the world of business, and it is with that in mind that we aim to take ownership of as much as the workload as possible on behalf of our clients leaving them free to get on with the day to day practicalities of running a business. If you would like any further information or advice on this issue, please do contact us today and we would be happy to arrange a meeting to go over your companies individual requirements.

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LITIGATION

The area of litigation can cover many aspects of legal proceedings. If you suffered a traffic accident or a personal injury you may for example enter into litigation for the purposes of claiming compensation or other damages that you may be entitled to claim for.

  • Debt Collection
  • Property Disputes
  • Medical Negligence

Litigation can also include mediation and arbitration between two parties or a single person and an organisation. The litigation process can be at times complicated and cumbersome and that is why if you are involved in any type of litigation you should have a lawyer acting on your behalf.

At Dominic Hilton Law Firm, we are extremely experienced in the litigation process in , and are able to provide professional advice to our clients at all stages of litigation. As well as the most common areas of litigation that we have mentioned above, we also have experience of dealing with litigation in the areas of medical negligence, debt collection, consumer law and property disputes.We also offer advice in relation to litigation cases in the District Court, Circuit Court and High Court. So whatever your personal circumstances we are confident that we can act on your behalf to very highest of legal standards.“In Contentious Business a Solicitor may not calculate fees or other charges as a percentage or proportion of any award settlement

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