Partnership Agreement

A partnership agreement in Ireland is the foundation of a business partnership. Without one, the Partnership Act 1890 default rules apply, which may not reflect what the partners actually agreed and can cause serious disputes. It covers unincorporated partnerships.

This is a self-complete template: you complete it yourself using the guidance notes. The price is set, with no billable hours and no surprise invoices, and the service is fully online, so there is no need to travel to an office.

What’s included

• Editable Word template written for use in Ireland
• Plain-English guidance notes explaining each section
• Completion checklist
• Delivered by email after payment — you fill it in yourself

Not included: legal advice, tailoring, review, witnessing or filing.

Who this is for

• People starting a business partnership
• Existing partners without a written agreement
• Professional partnerships
• Family businesses run as partnerships

How it works

1. Pay the price shown on this page by card.
2. The template, guidance notes and checklist are emailed to you.
3. Complete the template yourself using the guidance notes.
4. If you want your completed document checked, ask a solicitor of your choice — you can find one through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a partnership agreement cost in Ireland?

The price of this self-complete template is shown at the top of this page. You pay once and there are no further charges from us. The price covers the template and guidance notes only — it does not include legal advice or review by a solicitor.

What happens without a partnership agreement?

The default rules in the Partnership Act 1890 apply, such as equal profit sharing, which may not suit you.

Is a partnership the same as a company?

No. Partners in a general partnership are generally personally liable for partnership debts.

For more on business contracts and running a company in Ireland, see our Business Legal Advice hub.