Breakdown in Estate Administration: Delay, Conflict and Court Intervention

This webinar will briefly examine circumstances where an executor of an estate cannot or will not properly act. It will address the main practical triggers for court intervention, including delay in administration, conflicts of interest and situations in which removal, passing over and other procedural remedies may be sought. The session will also explain the legal principles governing court intervention and offer guidance on selecting the appropriate remedy where administration has stalled.

At the end of the presentation, participants will:

• Understand the principal circumstances in which estate administration breaks down and gives rise to court intervention.

• Recognise the difference between delay, conflict, and other obstacles affecting the proper administration of an estate.

• Understand the legal principles relevant to the removal or passing over of an executor.

• Identify when limited grants or other procedural remedies may be used to move administration forward.

• Recognise the practical and strategic considerations in advising clients where probate administration has stalled.

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Date: 16th June 2026

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Time: 9:30am

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Format: Online

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Speaker:

• Eamon Power BL

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This event is a PBA Member event only.

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Accessibility Requirements: At the Bar of Ireland we wish for our events to be as welcoming, accessible and inclusive for all. Please provide us if comfortable with any accessibility related considerations so that we can endeavour to ensure a barrier free experience during the event. Please note the Gaffney Room is not accessible via Wheelchair. Email events@lawlibrary.ie to discuss your needs.