Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Belfast & Holywood Since 1929
Hewitt & Gilpin Solicitors have provided legal excellence since 1929, serving individuals and businesses across Northern Ireland from offices in Belfast and Holywood. Our practice combines over nine decades of experience with a commitment to client satisfaction, delivering tailored legal solutions in areas such as business law, dispute resolution, public law, and family law. We prioritise integrity, transparency, and efficiency, ensuring cases are handled by fully qualified solicitors registered in Northern Ireland.Our team of directors and associates brings specialist expertise in commercial property, charity law, employment law, and complex litigation, supported by a dedication to community engagement and social justice. With a focus on personal service and pragmatic advice, we address complex legal needs while maintaining a reputation for excellence through generations of clients.
Services
Business Services
Dispute Resolution
Public Law
House Sales
Charity Law
Employment Law
Wills & Probate
Family Law
Commercial Property
Estate Management
Details
- Year established: 1929
Highlights and features
- We have over 90 years of experience in Northern Ireland's legal landscape.
- All cases are handled by fully trained solicitors registered in Northern Ireland.
- We offer tailored legal solutions for complex commercial and private client needs.
- Our team includes specialists in charity law, public law, and commercial property.
- We combine personal service with a proven track record in high-profile cases.
What people say
Excellent service
Personal service
Successful outcomes
Trusted legal partner
Pragmatic advice
Services
Business Services
We advise businesses on transactions, contracts, and disputes, with expertise in retail, commercial property, and corporate governance. Our team handles acquisitions, financing, and compliance, serving clients across Northern Ireland. We combine sector-specific knowledge with practical solutions for sustainable business growth.
Dispute Resolution
Specialising in alternative dispute resolution, we represent clients in commercial, family, and property disputes. Our approach prioritises mediation and negotiation to achieve cost-effective outcomes, supported by litigation expertise in high court and tribunal cases.
Public Law
We handle high-profile public law cases, including judicial reviews and equality law matters. Our experience spans all court tiers, providing strategic representation for clients challenging or defending public sector decisions.
House Sales and Purchases
Acting for buyers, sellers, and developers, we manage residential and commercial property transactions. Our services include conveyancing, lease agreements, and estate administration, ensuring smooth processes for first-time buyers to large-scale developers.
Charity Law
We advise charities on governance, compliance, and property matters, supporting faith-based and voluntary sector organisations. Our team provides tailored guidance on charity formation, regulatory requirements, and dispute resolution.
People
Naomi Gowan
Director
Specialising in private client work and employment law, Naomi has over 25 years' experience in conveyancing, probate, and wills. She became a director in 2006 and leads the East Belfast office.
Graeme Hamilton
Director
A commercial law expert, Graeme advises on business transactions, property disputes, and public law cases. He has acted in High Court commercial litigation and mediation processes since qualifying in 2004.
David Wheeler
Director
David specialises in commercial property and charity law, representing major retailers and landlords. He has advised charities on governance and compliance since becoming a director in 2010.
Tim Bradshaw
Director
Tim focuses on corporate law, franchising agreements, and intellectual property. With experience in England and Northern Ireland, he advises on business acquisitions and competition law compliance since 2004.
Craig Russell
Director
Craig has over 25 years' experience in conveyancing and private client law. He specialises in property development, wills, and estate administration, becoming a director in 2020.
Questions
What areas of law do Hewitt & Gilpin specialise in?
We specialise in business law, property transactions, public law, family law, charity law, and dispute resolution, with expertise in both commercial and private client matters.
Do you handle cases outside Northern Ireland?
Our primary focus is Northern Ireland, though we act for clients with cross-border matters through our network of legal partners.
Are your solicitors qualified in Northern Ireland?
Yes, all our solicitors are fully trained and registered on the Roll of Solicitors in Northern Ireland.
Can you assist with commercial property transactions?
Yes, we have extensive experience in commercial leases, property acquisitions, and landlord-tenant disputes, serving major retailers and developers.
How does Hewitt & Gilpin approach dispute resolution?
We prioritise mediation and alternative dispute resolution to minimise costs, but have strong litigation expertise in courts and tribunals when necessary.
