Working with a local solicitor makes it easier to prepare early

ACTIVITY Like many small practices, balancing high client volumes with a personalised service requires diligent oversight. Increases in conveyancing activity and urgent probate and lifetime planning matters such as enduring powers of attorney have tested our turnaround times and resource allocation. Tighter anti-money laundering requirements, enhanced data protection expectations and increased scrutiny under the Solicitors Accounts Regulations all increase the weekly workload. For a small practice, this has meant strengthening our compliance systems, improving cybersecurity measures and refining internal procedures to ensure we continue to meet the highest professional standards while delivering efficient, client-focused service. COMPLIANCE CHALLENGES For local businesses, the biggest legal risks in 2026 won’t just be about tighter compliance rules — they’ll also come from practical issues such as succession planning, the impact of divorce or separation on business ownership and the increasing complexity of commercial property transactions. Working with a local solicitor who understands both the legal landscape and the realities of running a family-owned or community-based business makes it much easier to prepare early, put the right structures in place and keep everything running smoothly as your business grows or transitions to the next generation. Like many small practices, balancing high client volumes with a personalised service requires diligent oversight. Corporate governance in Ireland is becoming much more practical and transparent, with businesses expected to show clearer decision-making, better record-keeping and a stronger focus on accountability. Even smaller and family-run companies are feeling the shift, as good governance is now seen as part of running a stable, well-prepared business rather than something only large corporates worry about.

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