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How Agricultural Relief Applies to Farm Inheritance
When a farm is inherited, it's natural to assume a significant tax bill comes with it. For many families, that assumption alone is enough to put off having the conversation altogether. But one relief in particular, Agricultural Relief, can make a substantial difference to the outcome.
Hospitality HR Under the Spotlight: Why Now Is the Time for Employers to Review Their People Practices
Recent research from University of Galway has placed working conditions in the Irish hospitality sector firmly back in the spotlight. The findings make for important reading for employers, managers and business owners across hotels, restaurants, bars, cafés and tourism-related businesses.
The Farm Transfer Window: Why Timing Matters More Than Most Families Realise
Most farming families understand that a farm transfer needs to be planned. What is less widely understood is how many of the financial and tax benefits tied to that transfer are connected to specific ages, qualification levels and timeframes. Miss those windows and the options available to you narrow considerably. This is not a reason to act in a rush. It is a reason to start the conversation earlier than you might think is necessary.
Retirement Age Reform: What Irish Employers Need to Do Now
From 29 June 2026, the employment landscape in Ireland has changed significantly with the introduction of the Employment (Contractual Retirement Ages) Act 2025 and the updated WRC Code of Practice on Longer Working. For many employers, this is not just a policy update, it’s a fundamental shift in how retirement is managed in practice.
Silent Redundancy and AI — The Risk Irish SMEs Don’t Know They’re Carrying
The Irish Examiner has reported on Covalen workers organising for the first time. For many SME owners watching from a distance, the reaction is the same: this is big tech - this is not us. That assumption is precisely where the exposure begins.
Enduring Power of Attorney in Ireland: What It Is and Why It Matters
An Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) is one of the most important legal protections an individual can put in place. It ensures that, if the unexpected happens, someone you trust is legally empowered to act on your behalf.
Orbitus Appoints Patrick Sheehan as Corporate Governance & ESG Specialist for the Southwest
The strategic move comes as Irish SMEs face increased regulatory scrutiny and director accountability
Remote Working Policy Shifts: Opportunities and Challenges for the South West’s Business Landscape
The conversation around remote working has taken a notably sharper turn since late 2025.
The Orbitus Difference: Where Legal Excellence Meets Innovation
Founded on the principle of "Client Led Professional Advisory," Orbitus Law LLP has established itself as a progressive legal practice.
From Law Student to Trainee Solicitor at Orbitus Law LLP
Orbitus Trainee Solicitor Cora O’Connor outlines her journey from student, to intern, to trainee solicitor.
Residential Zoned Land Tax (RZLT): What Landowners Need to Know
RZLT is a self-assessed annual tax (3%) on the market value of land introduced by the Finance Act 2021, effective from 2025 to promote housing development.
Working from Home – The Legality of Treating it as a Reward Instead of a Right.
During the pandemic, the Right to Request Remote Working Bill 2021 established Ireland had a legal framework facilitating working from home.
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