Family Legal Protection

Great value cover for legal costs and advice.* Get a quote *Up to a limit of €65,000. Family Legal Protection is underwritten by ARAG Legal Protection Limited.

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Family Legal Protection is an optional extra that offers help and advice with the most common legal problems. It will pay up to €65,000 to cover the legal costs that you may incur for claims made under the policy. An Post Insurance is a 100% Irish-owned company, so we understand what matters most to you.

Family Legal Protection Benefits

Legal Support

Covers legal costs for disputes with employers (e.g. unfair dismissal), problems with goods or services, and property-related issues such as disagreements with neighbours.

Contract Disputes

Covers legal costs for disputes over the purchase of goods or service, as well as including advice on issues relating to the private sale or purchase of items, helping you resolve matters quickly and fairly.

Personal Injury

If you suffer an injury or clinical negligence, the policy covers the legal costs to pursue compensation, including cases resulting in death.

Property Protection

Even without a claim, you can access round-the-clock legal advice on any personal legal matter from qualified legal professionals.

Family Legal Protection is available as an optional extra on your Home Insurance policy, at a cost of just €15 per policy. It is not necessary to purchase this optional extra in order to purchase a Home Insurance policy. Family Legal Protection is underwritten by ARAG Legal Protection Limited.

Family Legal Protection

Family Legal Protection is an optional add-on that covers up to €65,000 in legal costs for common legal issues. Get 24/7 access to a legal helpline for advice on personal legal matters - all for just €15 with your home insurance.

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How we Help

Family Legal Protection applies to your policy if it is shown in your Policy Schedule. Full details of the cover provided, including terms, conditions and exclusions are available in your Home Insurance Underwriter policy booklet.

24 Hour Helpline

You have access to a 24 hour helpline which will provide help and advice on any personal legal matter from a team of legal advisors.

Family Legal Defence

Provides you and your family with access to telephone legal advice, as well as defence for criminal prosecutions or certain civil actions against you as an employee.

How to Make a Claim

Have your Home Insurance policy number to hand
Phone 01 670 7470 to register your claim
From abroad: +353 1 670 7470

Notify Us Early - Contact us as soon as you become aware of a potential claim.
Legal Assessment - A solicitor will assess whether your claim has reasonable prospects of success.
Claim Acceptance - If approved, we will cover your legal costs up to €65,000.
Proceed with Your Case - We will provide legal support to help you resolve your dispute.

Top Family Legal Protection FAQs

We've gathered all the details you need to understand how Family Legal Protection cover works. Check out our FAQs to learn how it can help with legal costs and expert advice. Get the protection you need, at a price that suits you.

What is Family Legal Protection cover?

Family Legal Protection is an optional extra that offers help and advice with the most common legal problems. It will pay up to €65,000 to cover the legal costs that you may incur for claims made under the policy. You have access to a 24 Hour Helpline which will provide help and advice on any personal legal matter from a team of legal advisors.

Available as an optional extra on your Home Insurance policy, at a cost of just €15 per policy. It is not necessary to purchase this optional extra in order to purchase a Home Insurance policy. Family Legal Protection is underwritten by ARAG Legal Protection Limited.

What types of legal issues are covered?

It includes legal defence, employment disputes, contract disputes, personal injury claims, and more.

Is there a legal helpline available?

Yes, you’ll have 24/7 access to a dedicated helpline where legal professionals can provide advice on any personal legal matter. For more details and the relevant phone numbers check out your policy documentation and booklets.

How do I make a claim under Family Legal Protection?

If you need to make a claim, contact the 24-hour legal helpline for guidance on the next steps. You may be required to provide relevant documentation to support your claim.

Please refer to you policy booklet for full cover details and any terms and conditions that might apply. Family Legal Protection is available as an optional extra on your Home Insurance policy, at a cost of just €15 per policy. It is not necessary to purchase this optional extra in order to purchase a Home Insurance policy. Family Legal Protection is underwritten by ARAG Legal Protection Limited. An Post Insurance Home Insurance is underwritten by Aviva Insurance Ireland DAC.