Terms of engagement

Last updated 15 October 2026

This page summarises the basis on which the firm acts for clients. The full terms for any matter are set out in the letter of engagement issued at the outset, which is the agreement between the client and the firm.

Engagement and section 150 notice

Before taking on a matter, or as soon as practicable after taking instructions, the firm issues a notice under section 150 of the Legal Services Regulation Act 2015 setting out the legal services to be provided, the basis on which fees will be charged, the likely outlays, and the circumstances in which additional charges may arise. The firm does not act until the client has received that notice.

Fees

Fees are charged on the basis set out in the section 150 notice. Where work is charged by reference to time, the applicable hourly rates are stated in the notice. Outlays such as court fees, stamp duty, registration fees, counsel's fees and expert fees are charged in addition and may be required in advance. Value added tax is charged where applicable.

An initial consultation is charged at the rate shown on the contact page and is credited against the fees for any matter that follows.

Client identification

The firm is required by law to verify the identity and address of each client, and where the client is a company or other entity, of its directors and beneficial owners. We will ask for the necessary documents at the outset and we cannot proceed until they have been received.

Client monies

Money held for a client is placed in the firm's client account and dealt with in accordance with the Solicitors Accounts Regulations. The firm does not pay interest on client monies except where the Regulations require it.

Communication and confidentiality

The firm communicates with clients by email unless asked not to. Information received from a client is held in confidence and is disclosed only as the law requires or as the client authorises. Client files are retained for the period required by the Law Society and are then destroyed securely.

Ending the engagement

A client may end the firm's engagement at any time by notice in writing. The firm may cease to act where instructions are not received, where a conflict of interest arises, where fees are not discharged or where it would be improper to continue. In each case fees are payable for work done to that point.

Complaints

Concerns about the firm's service or fees should be raised with the solicitor handling the matter or with the Principal. The firm's complaints procedure, and the right to refer a complaint to the Legal Services Regulatory Authority, are described on the regulatory information page.

Governing law

The firm's engagement is governed by the law of Ireland and the Irish courts have jurisdiction over any dispute arising from it.