5 Most Common Legal Enquiries

16. January 2012 · Category: News and Articles

1. I need to resolve a dispute

This type of enquiry can take many forms but the situation has usually become serious by the time someone contacts a solicitor. There are many alternatives to going to Court such as mediation and arbitration and this is something we discuss with each client in detail. Key Documents include:

• Letter of advice
• Initiate proceedings
• Discuss resolution options

2. I’m starting a business -

A big part of what the solicitors in Access Legal do, is to get new businesses over the initial legal hurdles associated with starting a company. Entrepreneurs looking for specialist corporate advice, without the big firm price tag have come our way pretty regularly over the last couple of years. Here are a few key agreements that can help avoid disputes once the business is up and running.

• Shareholders agreements
• Company Incorporation
• Employment contracts
• Website terms and conditions

3. I need Employment Law advice.

We often deal with both Employer and Employee issues in Access Legal. Irish Employment Law has grown complicated over the last couple of decades and some small businesses skip this with a view to getting started quickly. This is a mistake as a small amount of time spent preparing basic procedures will stand you in good stead for years to come. Here are a few key documents to consider:

• Employee handbook
• Employment Contracts
• Dispute resolution procedures
• Health and Safety guidelines

4. I’m Buying, Selling or Renting a house

Although the buy and sell market has declined dramatically In Ireland, we still advise a lot of commercial and residential landlords and tenants. For landlords, it is essential to have some written agreement with tenants in order to establish your own requirements for their occupancy in conjunction with the legislation. Key Documents include:

• Residential Lease Agreement
• Commercial Lease Agreement

5. I’m raising Investment

One upside to the downturn is that the government have recognised the need for export focused technology businesses in Ireland. Enterprise Ireland have been continuing to support Irish Entrepreneurs and this allows Angels Investors and Venture Capitalists to get involved in conjunction with EI. The investment negotiation process can be intense and it is one of the areas that an experienced lawyer really does add value to the deal. Key Document:

• Series A Term Sheet.