Business Details
23 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Cardiff
Established in 2003, Shanahans Solicitors has built a reputation for delivering accessible, high-quality legal services across Cardiff and surrounding areas. Founded by Andrew Shanahan and Peter Wormald, who remain as consultants, our firm combines decades of collective experience with a commitment to client-centred care. Accredited by LEXCEL, the Law Society's Quality Mark, we specialise in criminal defence, personal injury claims, and family law, offering tailored solutions for both private and legally aided clients.Our team of specialists, including higher courts advocates and collaborative law practitioners, provides round-the-clock support for urgent matters while maintaining a focus on transparent communication and cost-effective strategies. With offices conveniently located in Park Place near the Civic Centre, we welcome both pre-arranged appointments and walk-in consultations, ensuring legal representation remains approachable and affordable for all clients.
Services
Criminal Defence
Personal Injury Claims
Family Law
Post Office Claims
Legal Aid Services
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in criminal defence and personal injury law
- Our firm is LEXCEL-accredited for excellence in legal practice management
- We provide 24/7 emergency legal support for urgent matters
- Offering No Win No Fee arrangements for personal injury claims
- Our team includes higher courts advocates and collaborative law specialists
Associations and certifications
- LEXCEL
What people say
Exceptional service
Professional expertise
Compassionate support
Favourable outcomes
Clear communication
Services
Criminal Defence
Our criminal defence team provides robust legal representation for clients facing charges ranging from road traffic offences to serious criminal allegations. We specialise in white-collar crime, regulatory offences, and appeals, with higher courts advocates handling complex cases. With 24/7 emergency support and legal aid options, we ensure timely intervention and strategic defence planning while maintaining clear communication throughout proceedings.
Personal Injury Claims
Led by experienced solicitor Domenico Nigliazzo, our personal injury department handles road traffic accidents, workplace injuries, and medical negligence cases. We offer No Win No Fee arrangements and free initial consultations, investigating all funding options including legal expenses insurance. Our team supports claims for compensation through compassionate guidance and thorough case preparation, covering both recent incidents and historical abuse cases.
Family Law
Specialist family lawyer Juliet Thomas manages divorce proceedings, financial settlements, and child custody arrangements with sensitivity and expertise. Offering collaborative law solutions and mediation support, we handle complex financial issues and domestic violence cases while providing clear advice on prenuptial agreements and separation contracts. Our approach prioritises amicable resolutions while maintaining firm advocacy when court intervention becomes necessary.
Post Office Claims
We represent subpostmasters affected by the Post Office Horizon IT scandal through approved redress schemes. Our experienced team handles Historical Shortfall Scheme applications, conviction appeals, and compensation claims with no upfront legal fees. Clients receive transparent cost structures and full support through government-approved processes, ensuring they retain 100% of awarded compensation without financial risk.
Legal Aid Services
We provide legally aided representation for eligible clients in criminal defence and family law matters. Our team assesses financial eligibility and explores alternative payment plans for those not qualifying, including fixed-fee packages and unbundled services. This approach ensures access to quality legal support remains available across different financial circumstances while maintaining strict compliance with funding regulations.
People
Domenico Nigliazzo
Personal Injury Partner
Specialist personal injury solicitor with teaching experience on Legal Practice Courses. Leads complex compensation claims including historical abuse cases and medical negligence, offering No Win No Fee arrangements.
Juliet Thomas
Family Law Specialist
Over 30 years' experience in family law matters, Resolution-accredited practitioner and collaborative law specialist. Manages divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements and financial settlements with compassionate expertise.
Tim Petrides
Criminal Defence Solicitor
Higher courts advocate with expertise in criminal defence, handling cases from road traffic offences to serious fraud allegations. Provides 24/7 emergency legal support and strategic representation in Crown Court proceedings.
Cora Sorensen
Criminal Defence Solicitor
Experienced higher courts advocate specialising in criminal defence, representing clients in complex cases involving regulatory offences, drug-related charges and appeals through the Court of Appeal.
Andrew Shanahan
Founder Consultant
Co-founder with extensive legal practice management experience. Provides strategic guidance to the firm while maintaining focus on client care standards and operational excellence as a consultant.
Questions
What areas of law does Shanahans Solicitors Solicitors specialise in?
We specialise in criminal defence, personal injury claims, family law matters, and Post Office Horizon scheme redress claims, with dedicated specialists in each practice area.
Do you offer emergency legal assistance?
Yes, we provide a 24/7 on-call service for urgent legal matters through our emergency contact number 07523 271 565.
Can I get legal aid for my case?
We offer legal aid for eligible clients in criminal defence and family law cases. Our team will assess your eligibility during initial consultations.
How are legal fees structured?
We provide various payment options including fixed fees, instalment plans, and No Win No Fee arrangements for personal injury claims, with transparent cost discussions upfront.
Do you handle Post Office Horizon system cases?
Yes, we actively represent clients through approved Post Office redress schemes with no upfront legal fees required from claimants.
Are your services available outside Cardiff?
While based in Cardiff, we handle cases nationwide including Post Office Horizon claims and can arrange remote consultations for clients in different locations.
