Wills, Trusts, Probate, Estate Planning and Conveyancing
Navigate life’s most important legal decisions with confidence. From comprehensive estate planning to seamless property transactions, we provide the expertise and personal attention you and your family deserve.
About
Professional Background
With over 15 years of specialised experience in estate planning and property law, Úna Burns has established herself as a trusted advisor to individuals, families, and colleagues throughout Ireland. As a qualified member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and active Committee member of the Dublin Solicitors Bar Association Probate Committee and a Committee member of Solicitors for the Elderly Ireland, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every client matter.
Úna’s commitment to excellence extends beyond client service. She is a regular speaker on her specialist topics to colleagues and the public alike and has contributed to various publications including the Law Society Gazette and the Dublin Solicitors Bar Association Parchment magazine. Úna has also Tutored aspiring solicitors on the Law Society’s Professional Practice Course and Contributed to the preparation of Probate Precedents for Laffoy’s Irish Conveyancing Precedents.
This involvement ensures our practice remains at the forefront of legal developments, directly benefiting our clients through the most current and effective legal strategies.
Our Services
Wills and Trusts
We provide comprehensive will and trust-drafting services. Every individual has unique needs, assets, and wishes. Our will-drafting service goes beyond the basics to create legally robust documents that reflect your specific intentions. We ensure your will is:
- Legally compliant and properly executed
- Clear and unambiguous to prevent disputes
- Tax-efficient within current legislation
- Regularly reviewable as your circumstances change
- Safely stored and accessible to your executors
- Effective in protecting the vulnerable people in your life whether they be young children or adults with additional needs.
Our will and trust-drafting process gives you peace of mind knowing your loved ones are protected according to your exact wishes.
Probate and Estate Administration
Losing a loved one is challenging time, and probate involves navigating complex legal procedures. We provide comprehensive and compassionate probate services that manage every aspect of estate administration with sensitivity and efficiency:
- Grant of Probate/Administration applications processed smoothly and promptly
- Asset identification and valuation ensuring everything is accounted for
- Debt settlement and tax compliance protecting the estate from liability
- Clear communication keeping clients informed throughout the process
- Dispute resolution when family disagreements arise
Our experience with complex estates, including those involving business interests, foreign assets, and family disputes, ensures even the most challenging probates are managed professionally.
Estate Planning Services
Effective estate planning is about more than just writing a will—it’s about creating a comprehensive strategy that preserves your wealth for future generations while minimising tax exposure. Our estate planning services include:
- Inheritance tax planning to legitimately reduce your family’s tax burden
- Trust structures for complex family situations and asset protection
- Charitable giving strategies that benefit causes you care about
- International estate planning for clients with assets across jurisdictions
Our estate planning service ensures that your estate is dealt with in accordance with your wishes in a tax efficient manner.
Conveyancing Services
We deliver seamless property transactions from contract to completion. Buying and selling houses represent significant financial and emotional investments. Our conveyancing service provides comprehensive legal support for residential purchases and sales with due diligence. We pride ourselves on clear communication throughout the transaction process, ensuring you understand each step and can make informed decisions about your property investment.
Hear what some of our clients say
“Thank you for all your help – I certainly cannot imagine where or how I would have ended up only for meeting you. What impressed me most was that you would draw on your knowledge and expertise of the legal system for the benefit of me as your client. I relied on your dependability, insight and consideration and I am so grateful for you.” – TP , Wicklow
“I cannot thank you enough for being so kind and understanding” – LF, Dublin
Thank you so much for all the support through what was certainly the most traumatic experience we have faced. It is indescribable the comfort we got from your ability to deal with everything over the past two years.” GH, Cavan
“Thank you sincerely for the kindness and courtesy extended to us and for all your professional assistance” – JS, Galway
Why Choose Úna Burns Solicitors?
Specialised Expertise
We focus exclusively on areas where a little knowledge can be a dangerous thing. Our experience and expert knowledge are essential to providing you with the in-depth legal guidance needed to navigate the complexities of estate planning, probate, and property law. This specialisation means you benefit from insights that come from dealing extensively and exclusively with these matters.
Personal Service
Every client receives direct access to the principal, Úna Burns. You will work with the same experienced professional from initial consultation through to completion, ensuring continuity and personalized attention.
Proactive Approach
We don’t just react to legal requirements, we anticipate potential issues and provide solutions before they become problems. Our clients benefit from strategic thinking that protects their interests long-term.
Transparent Communication
Legal processes can be complex, but our explanations don’t have to be. We pride ourselves on clear, jargon-free communication that keeps you informed and confident in your decisions.
Professional Network
Our active involvement in professional bodies means we maintain relationships with the best experts in related fields – tax advisors, financial planners, valuers, and other specialist – ensuring you have access to comprehensive professional support if and when needed.