Dying Without a Will in Douglas — Intestacy Rules Explained

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Hugh Phelan Solicitor & Notary Public — Douglas, Cork

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Every year, people in Douglas and across Cork die without a valid will — leaving their families to deal with uncertainty, potential disputes, and the rigid rules of intestacy. Making a will with Hugh Phelan Solicitor takes one appointment.

The Intestacy Trap for Douglas Residents

Your situationWhat happens without a will
Married with childrenSpouse: 2/3 | Children share: 1/3
Married, no childrenSpouse inherits everything
Cohabiting (unmarried)Partner gets NOTHING — must apply to court
Single with childrenChildren share equally
Single, no childrenParents; then siblings
Most at risk in Douglas: Cohabiting couples. Ireland has over 200,000 cohabiting couples and intestacy law offers them no automatic protection. A partner of 10 or 20 years can be left with nothing.

The Solution Is Simple

A properly drafted will from Hugh Phelan Solicitor gives you complete control over who inherits your estate. For Douglas clients, our Douglas office is approximately 2 mins by car.

Hugh Phelan Solicitor & Notary Public — Douglas, Cork

Wills · Probate · Enduring Power of Attorney · Notarisation · Apostille

📞 Call 021-489-7134 Book Appointment →