Business Details
23 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Belfast
Established in 2003, Archer Solicitors brings over two decades of legal expertise to clients across Belfast and Northern Ireland. Our practice specialises in criminal law, family law, personal injury claims, clinical negligence, institutional abuse cases, and wills & probate. Led by principal solicitor Brian Archer, an accredited Advanced Advocate with the Law Society and National Institution of Trial Advocates, we combine deep local knowledge with national legal recognition. Our team has secured landmark settlements including 300,000 in medical negligence cases and achieved notable acquittals in complex criminal trials.We maintain 24/7 availability for police station attendances and offer tailored legal strategies grounded in our extensive experience serving both plaintiffs and defendants. With membership on key legal panels and a commitment to mental health advocacy through Nexus Charity, we deliver authoritative representation while maintaining personal client care.
Services
Personal Injury Cases
Family Law
Criminal Law
Medical Negligence
Institutional Abuse
Wills & Probate
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 24-hour police station call-out service
- Our principal holds Advanced Advocate accreditation
- Proven track record in 300,000+ negligence claims
- Specialist family law representation with emergency order capability
- Criminal defence team with landmark acquittal history
Associations and certifications
- Law Society of Northern Ireland
- National Institution of Trial Advocates
- Law Society Children Order Panel
- Guardian Ad Litem Children Order Panel
What people say
Proven track record
Excellent service
24-hour availability
Advanced advocacy skills
Specialist family law
Services
Personal Injury Cases
We represent clients injured in road accidents, workplace incidents, and public space accidents. Our solicitors provide continuous case guidance, achieving out-of-court settlements to reduce client stress. With over 22 years' experience, we specialise in securing compensation while navigating complex legal processes on your behalf.
Criminal Law
Our 24/7 legal team provides immediate police station representation and Crown Court defence. Accredited specialists handle bail applications, trials, and sentencing. With landmark acquittals in Northern Ireland's longest trials, we combine emergency response capability with strategic defence planning for all criminal charges.
Medical Negligence
We pursue high-value claims for substandard medical care, including misdiagnosis and treatment failures. Our solicitors have secured 300,000+ settlements through High Court proceedings. We handle complex cases involving long-term health impacts while providing compassionate support throughout the legal process.
Family Law
Specialist representation in divorce, child custody, and domestic violence cases. We offer emergency non-molestation orders and care proceedings defence. Accredited practitioners handle pre-nuptial agreements, financial settlements, and child welfare cases through Family Courts and High Court proceedings.
Institutional Abuse
We represent historical abuse victims from 1950s-era institutions to modern care settings. Our solicitors secure compensation for physical abuse and financial impact while working with mental health advocates. With decades of experience, we handle complex cases involving state institutions and religious organisations.
People
Brian Archer
Principal Solicitor
Qualified solicitor since 1994 with 22+ years' Belfast practice experience. Holds LLM in human rights law, Advanced Advocate accreditation, and multiple Law Society committee roles. Specialises in criminal defence, family law, and high-value negligence claims.
Questions
What areas of law does Archer Solicitors specialise in?
We specialise in criminal defence, family law, personal injury claims, medical negligence, institutional abuse cases, and wills & probate matters across Belfast and Northern Ireland.
How quickly can I get legal representation after arrest?
Our 24-hour call-out service provides immediate police station attendance anywhere in Northern Ireland, with free Legal Services Commission-funded representation available.
Can you handle complex high-value negligence claims?
Yes, we have secured £300,000+ medical negligence settlements and represented clients in Northern Ireland's longest-running criminal trials with successful acquittals.
Do you offer emergency legal protection for domestic violence cases?
We provide 24/7 emergency services including urgent non-molestation and occupation orders to protect victims of domestic violence through Belfast Family Courts.
What experience do you have with historical abuse claims?
Our solicitors have represented clients abused in state and religious institutions since the 1950s, securing compensation for both physical abuse and lifelong financial impacts.
