Finance & Commercial Property Solicitors; Expert advice on real estate

Role of a Property Solicitor

A property solicitor plays a crucial role in any property transaction, whether it’s buying, selling, leasing, or managing property. Their primary responsibility is to ensure that the transaction is legally sound, compliant with Irish law, and protects the client’s interests. They provide expert legal advice and representation throughout the entire process.

Property Finance

We assist lenders, real estate debt funds, and borrowers with financial matters centred on property security. Combining our expertise in banking, finance, real estate, construction, planning, and tax, we provide advice on various issues, including:

• Bilateral and syndicated loan agreements
• Domestic and cross-border transactions
• Intercreditor arrangements
• Loan acquisitions
• Drafting and negotiating amendments, waivers and variations
• Title diligence
• Negotiating and reporting on construction documents
• Securitised loan control rights

We have the knowledge and experience needed to ensure success in real estate transactions, and have previously worked with a range of clients including high net worth individuals, property companies and asset managers.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities; Commercial Property

Property solicitors handle a wide range of tasks, including:

• Due Diligence: Conducting thorough checks on the property, including title reviews, planning permissions, and local authority searches, to identify any potential issues or risks.
• Contract Drafting and Negotiation: Drafting and reviewing contracts for sale or lease, negotiating terms and conditions on behalf of their client, and ensuring that the contract accurately reflects the agreed-upon terms.
• Legal Compliance: Ensuring that all aspects of the transaction comply with Irish property law, including conveyancing laws, registration processes, and any relevant regulations.
• Financing Matters: Assisting with financing matters, such as mortgages, and ensuring compliance with financial and legal obligations.
• Title Issues and Disputes: Addressing any title issues or disputes that may arise, such as boundary disputes or adverse possession claims.
• Lease Agreements: Assisting with lease agreements, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating lease terms for both landlords and tenants.
• Registration Processes: Overseeing the registration of the property transfer with the Land Registry or Registry of Deeds.
• Dispute Resolution: Providing legal support for resolving property conflicts and contract breaches.
• Legal Guidance: Offering legal guidance and advice throughout the entire process, ensuring clients are informed and understand their rights and obligations.

When to Hire a Property Solicitor

It’s advisable to hire a property solicitor in various property-related situations, including:

• Buying or Selling Property: A solicitor facilitates the legal aspects of property sales and purchases, ensuring a smooth, secure transaction, and finalizing ownership transfer.
• Mortgaging or Refinancing: Solicitors guide clients in mortgage or refinancing transactions, ensuring legal compliance and protecting interests.
• Title Issues or Disputes: Solicitors navigate title issues or disputes, conducting legal resolution and protecting clients’ interests in conflicts.
• Landlord-Tenant Matters: Solicitors manage landlord-tenant matters, ensuring lease compliance and resolving disputes.
• Property Development: In property development, solicitors handle legalities, zoning, planning, and contracts, ensuring a smooth process and mitigating potential legal challenges.
• Commercial Property Transactions: Solicitors oversee commercial property transactions, handling legal complexities, contracts, and negotiations, ensuring a secure and compliant business real estate process.

Contact our Commercial Property Solicitors

Ph: 01 663 2000

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Our specialist banking, property, and construction solicitors collaborate with you on all aspects of a property transaction, from due diligence to securing your interests.

We advise on various security forms, explaining their pros and cons, whether acting as your independent solicitors or alongside your customer.