Practical help with probate, when you need it
We explain what happens next, what documents are needed and handle the legal work so the estate is administered properly.
What our clients say
Rated 4.8 from 190+ Google reviews“Would highly recommend the team from Coyne Solicitors. Very professional and helpful with anything asked of them.”
Dean Shallow
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“Very professional and excellent service! Thanks again for your help!”
Elena Mihaila
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“Great service and advice. Would recommend to others.”
Scott Peoples
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Our approach to probate and estate administration
We understand that dealing with the legal aspects of a loved one's estate can be emotionally challenging. Our team takes a compassionate and thorough approach to ensure the probate process is handled with care and efficiency.
Compassionate guidance
We provide sensitive support during this difficult time, ensuring you understand each step of the process.
Comprehensive support
From initial consultation to final distribution, we handle all legal aspects of the estate administration.
You're kept informed
We explain what's happening at each stage in plain English and keep you updated on progress throughout the process.
What we do for you
Everything needed to properly administer someone's estate and distribute their possessions according to their will or the law.
Getting legal authority
We help you obtain Grant of Probate (or Letters of Administration if there's no will) - the legal document that gives you authority to deal with the estate.
Managing the estate
We handle all the legal and tax requirements - gathering assets, paying debts and taxes, and distributing what remains according to the will or law.
If there are disputes
If family members disagree about the will or how the estate should be handled, we can help resolve disputes sensitively and fairly.
Your wills & probate team
The people who will look after you, at your own pace.
Cara Byrne
Reception Manager
Cara is the first point of contact at Coyne Solicitors, looking after reception and front of house.
She makes sure every client, caller and visitor is met promptly and pointed to the right person on the team.
Louise Darlington
Legal Secretary
Louise was the long-term legal secretary of Declan J O'Connell & Co Solicitors and moved to Coyne Solicitors when it acquired the firm, to ease the transition for all of Declan's clients.
She is highly experienced in probate law, property and litigation.
Marusia Geampana
Solicitor
Marusia is a solicitor with over 9 years of legal experience.
She works across personal injuries, commercial litigation, medical negligence, probate, and employment law.
She has recently completed Part 1 of the Irish Tax Institute's Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) qualification.
Manoel Nunes
Lawyer — Probate & Sports Law
Manoel is a Brazilian-qualified lawyer with over 10 years of experience in civil law, particularly contentious probate, plus civil litigation, family law and sports law.
Fluent in Portuguese and English, he works in probate and elder law and sports law, focusing on Portuguese-speaking football clubs.
Tara Reilly
Trainee Solicitor
A Trainee Solicitor from County Mayo, Tara holds an LLB from the University of Galway and has gained international experience as a paralegal in Australia.
She builds on her work across commercial property, probate and elder law, licensing, litigation and family law.
Dan Coyne
Trainee Solicitor
Dan has worked with Coyne Solicitors since 2023 and is currently rotating through our Wills, Probate and Conveyancing departments, while managing the Deeds Storage business that also operates from Liffey Bridge House.
His father Dermot started the practice in 1989. Outside the office, Dan is lead saxophonist in the band Papa Romeo.
Andrea Clarke
Principal Solicitor
Leading Coyne Solicitors with extensive experience from national organisations on state-of-the-art projects, Andrea was Ireland's first female FIFA-registered football agent.
She is President of the South Dublin Chamber of Commerce and the current Sole Principal of the Year at the Irish Law Awards. She holds a Global Masters in International Sports Law (ISDE) and is a certified GDPR expert, company secretary, sports director and commercial contracts lawyer. She has also passed her notary public examinations and will be admitted as a notary before the end of 2026.
An expert in complex property transactions, she has worked for Ireland's largest landowner, and spent several years in the courts specialising in family law.
Andrea spends most of her time on corporate funding transactions and the acquisition and sale of businesses, bringing a practical, solution-focused approach from years at the helm of business.
Speak to a solicitor
Tell us about the situation and we'll explain what needs to happen and how we can help.
From our blog
Related guides
Helpful articles on inheritance tax, wills, and estate planning.
Inheritance tax in Ireland: thresholds, rates, and how to plan
Current inheritance tax thresholds, CAT rates, the reliefs and exemptions that matter, and how a properly drafted will helps minimise your family's tax bill.
Do I need a will in Ireland? A guide for every life stage
Find out why every adult in Ireland needs a will - especially parents. Learn what happens without one, how to appoint guardians, and what it costs.
Questions about probate and dealing with someone's estate
Quick answers to help you understand what's involved and what to expect.