When considering whether or not someone was of unsound mind, the relevant time is that of the making of the will

Housing shortages mean it is much more common for couples who have ended their relationship to be stuck in the same home

There is a special rule known as 'Cattle Trespass' that was developed to specifically address the situation where cattle stray onto another person’s land, writes rural solicitor Karen Walsh

Each case is decided on its own merits and the court examines the situation from the point of view of a “prudent and just” parent, writes rural solicitor Karen Walsh.

Where a hedge is a hazard or potential hazard to persons using a public road, the Road Authority may serve a notice on the owner or occupier of the land requiring the felling, cutting or trimming of the hedge.

Is it possible to transfer the farm while also protecting myself, asks this week's question.

The prospect of additional income, of course, is always welcome, but it is very important before entering into any legal agreement that expert independent legal advice is obtained, writes solicitor Karen Walsh.

Am I permitted to make decisions on my aunt's behalf, and if so, how do I go about formalizing this when there is no power of attorney in place, asks this week's reader.

We took out a mortgage together, and the property was placed into both our names as tenants in common in equal shares, but now, we have broken up, and we have decided to go our separate ways, asks this week's reader.

There is some work to do, but your solicitor can assist you and you would need to engage with your bank as soon as possible