Business Details
37 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Antrim
Established in 1989, D A Martin Solicitors has served clients across County Antrim and Greater Belfast for over three decades. Our firm specialises in delivering clear, expert legal advice tailored to individual client needs, with offices in Antrim Town near the Courthouse and on-site parking. We offer a free initial consultation to discuss any legal matter, supported by a team of experienced solicitors. Our practice areas include criminal law, conveyancing, personal injury, family law, and mental health law. We prioritise transparency, providing 24/7 representation in police stations and court proceedings throughout Northern Ireland.With decades of combined experience, our solicitors, including Sean McQuaid (35+ years) and Garret McCann (13+ years), handle cases personally to ensure client satisfaction. We maintain membership in the Law Society of Northern Ireland Home Charter Scheme for residential conveyancing excellence. Our commitment to accessibility includes at-home visits for clients recovering from serious injuries. Regular client updates and a proactive approach to case management ensure smooth legal processes.
Services
Criminal Legal Services
Wills & Probate
Conveyancing
Family Matters
Personal Injury Claims
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- Over 30 years of legal expertise in Northern Ireland
- Free initial consultation with qualified solicitors
- Experienced team with 35+ years in conveyancing
- 24/7 police station representation available
- Personal handling of cases by senior solicitors
What people say
Extremely happy with the outcome
Handled our first-time house purchase
Expert advice and guidance
Seamless from start to finish
Fantastic in dealing with my claim
Services
Criminal Legal Services
D A Martin Solicitors provides comprehensive criminal law representation across Northern Ireland, including road traffic offences, sexual offences, fraud, assault, drug cases, and Crown Court matters. Our solicitors offer 24/7 police station attendance and court representation, ensuring clients receive immediate legal support. With daily court appearances and extensive experience in Northern Ireland's legal system, we focus on delivering clear advice to build robust defences while minimising client stress during proceedings.
Residential Conveyancing
Our residential conveyancing service handles property transactions across Northern Ireland, including purchases, sales, remortgaging, and equity transfers. As members of the Law Society's Home Charter Scheme, we ensure legally sound processes with qualified solicitors managing all aspects. We specialise in new builds, buy-to-let properties, and co-ownership arrangements, providing transparent fee structures and proactive communication to streamline property transfers.
Personal Injury Claims
We represent clients seeking compensation for personal injuries from road accidents, workplace incidents, and medical negligence. Our solicitors secure millions annually through expert case management, including evidence collection, medical assessments, and negotiations with insurers. With experience in complex cases like fatal accidents and industrial injuries, we offer free initial consultations and handle claims on a no-win-no-fee basis where applicable.
Family Law Services
Our family law practice addresses divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and domestic violence protection orders. We provide sensitive guidance through emotionally challenging situations while maintaining legal objectivity. Services include drafting prenuptial agreements, resolving financial disputes post-separation, and representing clients in care proceedings involving social services, ensuring outcomes prioritise family welfare and legal compliance.
Commercial Property
D A Martin Solicitors's commercial conveyancing team advises on property transactions for businesses, developers, and investors. We handle acquisitions, leases, and sales of commercial premises including retail spaces, warehouses, and industrial sites. Our solicitors manage due diligence processes, lease negotiations, and development agreements while ensuring compliance with Northern Ireland's commercial property regulations, supporting clients' business growth objectives through strategic legal solutions.
People
Sean McQuaid
Solicitor Advocate
Qualified in 1984 with 35+ years' experience, Sean specialises in residential and commercial conveyancing. He joined D A Martin Solicitors in 1994 and became a Solicitor Advocate in 2002, handling complex property transactions and court cases personally.
Garret McCann
Personal Injury Solicitor
Qualified in 2010, Garret has secured millions in compensation for personal injury and medical negligence cases. He also lectures on mental health law and handles work accident claims, offering free initial consultations to clients.
Questions
What areas of law does DA Martin specialise in?
We specialise in criminal law, residential and commercial conveyancing, personal injury claims, family law, mental health law, and medical negligence cases across Northern Ireland.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free, no-obligation initial consultations for all legal matters, including property transactions, personal injury claims, and family law issues.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our solicitors have combined experience of over 45 years, including Sean McQuaid (35+ years in conveyancing) and Garret McCann (13+ years in personal injury law).
Can you handle urgent legal matters?
Yes, we offer 24/7 representation for criminal cases and urgent legal issues requiring immediate police station attendance or emergency court proceedings.
What locations do you serve?
We primarily serve County Antrim and Greater Belfast, with clients across Northern Ireland for property transactions and legal representation.
Reviews (3)
Jason Alexander
Mar 25, 2022
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I write to express my sincere and heartfelt appreciation and gratitude for your highly professional and competent services, provided in both a friendly and accessible manner.
Chris Semple
Mar 17, 2022
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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED They are Very welcoming outstanding and hard working team I have used them a few time now with always brilliant outcomes also very supportive recommend highly family and legal issues
Ryan Martin
Feb 25, 2022
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Excellent service from a friendly team. I was kept well informed throughout, very affordable. Would highly recommend.
