Evidence Pack Review

An evidence pack review in Ireland tells you what your evidence proves, what is missing and how to present it in a property dispute. You may have gathered photos, witness notes and surveys, but is it the right evidence? A solicitor reviews your pack, cross-checks it against the folio and gives you a written opinion.

You can upload your folio, deeds, contract, photos or other documents through our secure link; a solicitor would then typically review everything before preparing advice. There is no hourly billing: the price is fixed for the service described. Property and land issues are usually easier and cheaper to resolve early, before a sale, mortgage or family transfer is held up. The advice is based on Irish law and practice and on the documents you provide, so the more complete your documents, the more precise the advice can be. If the advice shows that further work is needed, such as correspondence, a Land Registry application or a planning or court process, a solicitor would explain the options and any further cost before anything else is done.

What’s included

• Pack intake
• Folio cross-check
• Strengths and weaknesses opinion
• Suggested additions
• Written summary
• 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.

Who this is for

• People preparing for a boundary or right of way dispute
• Parties preparing for mediation or a hearing
• Owners gathering evidence of long use
• People who want a view before starting proceedings

How it works

1. 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.
2. Complete a short questionnaire about your circumstances.
3. A solicitor would then typically review the documents and prepare written advice.
4. You receive your written advice by email and, where included, a follow-up call to ask questions.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an evidence pack review 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. You request an assessment, and costs are confirmed in writing before any work begins.

What makes evidence strong in a property dispute?

Evidence that is contemporaneous, specific, consistent and independent is usually stronger than recollection alone.

Should I get a surveyor’s report?

In boundary disputes, expert mapping evidence is often important. The review suggests additions where needed.

For more on disputes and litigation, see our Disputes & Litigation in Ireland guide.

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.