An Ellis & Ellis Petition Search identifies whether a company or legal entity is subject to a petition for winding-up under the Companies Act 2014. This service is vital in property transactions and conveyancing, where the authority of directors to sell or mortgage assets could be affected by the appointment of a liquidator. Our certified results give solicitors, lenders, and businesses confidence in the financial and legal standing of the entities they deal with.
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Petition Searches are conducted in the Central Office of the High Court against Companies Act matters. As standard, Ellis & Ellis Petition Searches return details of:
Searches are conducted against both plaintiff and defendant records to capture voluntary and involuntary liquidations.
A petition signals that a company may have lost (or may be in the process of losing) control of its affairs. For conveyancing, this is critical: once a liquidator is appointed, directors may no longer have the legal capacity to dispose of or mortgage property.
Conducting a Petition Search ensures:
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What is a Petition Search?
A Petition Search checks High Court records to see if a company is subject to winding-up proceedings under the Companies Act 2014.
Why are Petition Searches important in conveyancing?
If a liquidator is (or may soon be) appointed, directors may lack the authority to sell or mortgage property. This can invalidate or delay transactions.
Who is searched?
Petition Searches are conducted against both sellers and purchasers where companies are involved, to safeguard all parties and lenders.
What types of liquidation are identified?
Members’ voluntary, creditors’ voluntary, and compulsory court liquidations.
What does the result include?
Details of any petitions, parties involved, court reference, type of liquidation, and appointment of a liquidator. If no match is found, Ellis & Ellis provides a certified “clear” result.
Are addresses needed for the search?
No. Searches are conducted by company or legal entity name.
Will liquidations also show on CRO records?
Yes. Notice of a liquidator’s appointment will subsequently appear in Companies Registration Office filings.
How quickly are results delivered?
Usually the same day, with a certified PDF report provided via the portal.
Why choose Ellis & Ellis?
With over 130 years’ experience, robust professional indemnity cover, and a reputation for accuracy, Ellis & Ellis is Ireland’s trusted law search provider.
