Look for a solicitor or firm with clear experience in residential conveyancing and ask who will handle your case day to day. Before instructing them, request a written estimate covering professional fees, VAT and likely outlays, and ask what could cause the cost to change. Check their availability, communication arrangements and whether they can act for your mortgage lender, if applicable. You can compare several firms and check professional details with the Law Society of Ireland; also review the estimate carefully, as conveyancing costs and requirements vary with the property and your circumstances.