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A constructive dismissal advice review in Ireland is a solicitor’s assessment of whether a resignation, or a planned resignation, may amount to constructive dismissal. This Constructive Dismissal Advice Review service is Ireland-specific and carried out under Irish employment legislation, tailored to your circumstances. It is suitable for employers who have received a claim or complaint, or who want to understand their risk, without open-ended hourly billing. This service is not a substitute for full legal representation in contested or high-value matters; for complex disputes, contact us for a tailored quote.
What’s included
- Document(s) drafted under Irish employment legislation, including the Workplace Relations Commission framework
- One round of review and tailoring against your specific circumstances
- Plain-English guidance notes you can hand to your line manager or HR lead
- Delivered by email once your details are received
- Self-complete template with guidance notes — you fill it in yourself
- Documents tailored to Irish law and your circumstances, delivered by email
- A written summary of the key points and anything you need to do afterwards
Who this is for
- Employers facing a constructive dismissal claim
- Employers whose employee has resigned citing their treatment
- Employers dealing with an unresolved grievance before a resignation
- HR teams assessing risk in a difficult situation
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.
- A solicitor would then prepare your document(s) from the details you return, with one round of review and tailoring against your circumstances.
- Your document(s) and plain-English guidance notes are delivered by email.
Frequently asked questions
How much does constructive dismissal advice cost in Ireland?
Fees for work of this kind are typically set on application: a solicitor would typically confirm the fee once the matter has been reviewed and before any work begins. Any third-party or State fees are listed separately where they apply.
What is constructive dismissal?
Constructive dismissal arises where an employee resigns because the employer’s conduct made continued employment unreasonable. The bar is high, and whether the employee used internal procedures is often important.
Is there a time limit for a constructive dismissal claim?
Claims to the Workplace Relations Commission must generally be brought within six months, which can be extended to twelve months for reasonable cause.
For more on employment law for Irish employers and employees, see our Employment Law in Ireland hub.
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