Erin International: Family heir search firm launches in U.S.

Erin International, Ireland’s leading probate research firm and a global authority in forensic genealogy, recently launched its U.S operations out of New York.

With a reputation for excellence as an heir locator firm, Erin’s U.S. expansion provides specialized heir search services to trust and estate attorneys, trust officers, executors, and fiduciaries alike.

Under the leadership of CEO and founder Padraic Grennan, Erin International is adept at identifying unknown heirs and resolving cases with no known next of kin, something which is often a challenge in estates with complex family histories.

In Ireland, the firm works closely with Irish solicitors, offering meticulous heir search solutions for estates involving missing beneficiaries. By leveraging advanced genealogical research, global networks, and proprietary technology, its heir finders ensure accurate and lawful estate distribution. 

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Erin International's launch event in the U.S

The firm’s expansion to the U.S. seems an obvious move, given the strong ties between the nations and the depth of the diaspora across America. “Erin International is dedicated to supporting U.S. trust and estate professionals by delivering precise, court-ready solutions for locating missing beneficiaries,” said CEO Padraic Grennan.

“Our rigorous heir search process alleviates the burden on legal professionals, ensuring every possible effort is made in reuniting unknown heirs with their inheritances.” This commitment underscores the firm’s role as a trusted partner in probate administration.

Operating from New York, Erin International tackles the complexities of estates involving distant relatives or diaspora communities. Its detailed reports, featuring family trees and vouching vital documents, comply with the rigorous standards of New York’s Surrogate’s Courts. For fiduciaries managing cases with no known next of kin, the firm’s due diligence prevents assets from reverting to the state, thereby safeguarding legacies for rightful heirs.

One very useful and practical service is Erin International’s Administrator Search Service. When a person dies with unknown next of kin, this offering helps identify suitable administrators for intestate estates. By locating and verifying potential administrators, the firm supports members of the public and fiduciaries in ensuring that lawful heirs are located and estates administered in a timely fashion. “If an attorney or member of the public becomes aware of such a case, we would urge them to get in touch with us, as we can very often find next of kin within a short period of time”, stated Grennan.

Erin International's CEO and founder Padraic Grennan

Erin International’s heir search services are also not restricted to members of the Irish diaspora. “Given our global network of trusted partners, we have the ability to trace missing or unknown heirs worldwide. I feel this skillset will be especially beneficial to US attorneys who are dealing with a very diverse population."

Given the number of cases that arise in New York’s Surrogate Courts involving missing beneficiaries, Erin International’s launch makes it a vital asset for attorneys managing complex estates. The firm’s expertise in tracing unknown heirs and managing complex cases positions it as an invaluable resource for fiduciaries, leaving no stone unturned when tasked to find missing heirs.

Outside of serving legal professionals, Erin International has a strong track record of working with financial institutions, healthcare providers, housing bodies, and unclaimed property professionals, all of which sometimes have the need to trace clients of next of kin.

They also operate a website called emptyhomes.ie, the aim of which is to repurpose long-term vacant properties, and offers a pro bono service called Erin’s Call, which assists members of the Irish diaspora to reconnect with long-lost family members.

Erin International traces stories, rebuilds connections, and honors family legacies

For further information, visit Erin International's website. You can also keep up to date with them on LinkedIn.