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A 60-minute employment law consultation in Ireland is a confidential video or phone consultation with an Irish-qualified solicitor about an employment matter. It is booked online and gives clear, plain-English advice you can act on, for employers and employees. Work of this kind is carried out by a solicitor regulated by the Law Society of Ireland. We are not a solicitor’s practice and do not provide it — to instruct a solicitor, use the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory. A consultation is not a substitute for full legal representation in contested or high-value matters; for complex disputes, contact us for a tailored quote.
To get the most from your consultation, gather the key documents before the call, such as letters, contracts, notices or folios, and note the important dates and the questions you most want answered. Sharing these through the intake form lets a solicitor focus on your situation rather than background, so you finish the call with clear next steps.
What’s included
- video or phone call with a solicitor (your choice)
- Plain-English advice tailored to your specific situation
- Short follow-up email summarising the key points and any next steps
- Recommended next services from our catalogue if relevant
- Where appropriate, the allotted time may instead be given to answering your questions by email
Who this is for
- Employees with a dismissal, grievance or pay issue
- Employers dealing with a difficult HR matter
- People considering a WRC claim
- Businesses planning restructuring
How it works
- Find a solicitor through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory and send them the basic details and any existing documents or correspondence.
- Complete a short questionnaire about your circumstances.
- In a consultation of this kind, you would typically complete a short intake form, pick a slot, and A solicitor would hold the consultation (or answers your questions by email where appropriate).
- You receive a short written summary email after the call.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an employment law consultation cost in Ireland?
This page is a free guide — nothing on it is for sale. Solicitors set their own fees for this work and must give you a written costs estimate (a section 150 letter) before starting. Get quotes through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.
Are there time limits for employment claims?
Yes. Most WRC claims must be brought within six months, extendable to twelve months for reasonable cause, so seek advice promptly.
Can employers and employees both book?
Yes. The consultation is available to employers and employees.
For more on employment law for Irish employers and employees, see our Employment Law in Ireland hub.
If you would like to be told when solicitor services are available again on this site, you can join our no-fee waiting list. To instruct a solicitor now, use the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.
