Business Details
19 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Belfast Legal Partner Since 2007
O'Neill Solicitors, established in Belfast, Northern Ireland, has been providing dedicated legal services since 2007. Founded by brothers Niall and Shane O'Neill, the firm combines over 15 years of collective legal expertise with a family-oriented approach to client care. Specialising in criminal law, family law, and personal injury claims, we prioritise accessibility, confidentiality, and tailored legal solutions. Our team offers free initial consultations, legal aid eligibility assessments, and After The Event insurance options to ensure justice remains accessible to all.With offices conveniently located near Laganside Courts and ample parking, we serve clients across Northern Ireland while maintaining a reputation for compassionate, results-driven representation. Our commitment to community engagement and CSR initiatives further underscores our dedication to social justice beyond individual cases.
Services
Criminal Law
Family Law
Personal Injury Claims
Divorce/Separation
Medical Negligence
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- Free initial consultation to evaluate your case
- Experienced team with 15+ years of legal expertise
- Convenient Belfast location near Laganside Courts
- Client-centred approach with strict confidentiality
- Legal aid and ATE insurance options available
What people say
Exceptional professionalism
First-class representation
Higher service standard
Personalised attention
Successful outcomes
Services
Criminal Law
Our criminal law specialists provide immediate legal representation for arrests, police interviews, and court proceedings across Northern Ireland. With 24-hour callout availability and legal aid options, we protect client rights through every stage of the justice process. Our team has secured numerous dismissals and reduced sentences through strategic defence planning.
Family Law
Specialising in child custody, divorce settlements, and protection orders, our family law solicitors prioritise client welfare during emotionally challenging times. We offer free consultations and court representation while maintaining strict confidentiality throughout sensitive proceedings.
Personal Injury Claims
We handle road traffic accidents, workplace injuries, and medical negligence claims with no upfront costs. Our success includes securing over 400,000 in historical abuse compensation through the HIA Redress Board, demonstrating our commitment to victims' rights.
People
Niall O'Neill
Practice Partner / Solicitor Advocate
Co-founder with 17 years' experience in criminal defence and advocacy, known for exceptional client care and courtroom representation across Northern Ireland.
Shane O'Neill
Practice Partner / Solicitor Advocate
Co-founder specialising in complex criminal cases, bringing extensive advocacy experience and community-focused legal practice to client representation.
Sarah Herron
Head of Family Law
Qualified solicitor since 2012 with specialist expertise in child custody cases and domestic proceedings, providing compassionate legal guidance through family law challenges.
Leah Dougan
Head of Personal Injury
Personal injury specialist with QUB law degree, managing workplace injury and medical negligence claims while securing significant compensation for clients.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in criminal law, family law, and personal injury claims across Northern Ireland.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free case evaluations for all our legal services.
Can I get legal aid?
Legal aid is available depending on your circumstances and case type.
What if I need urgent legal help?
Our 24-hour criminal arrest callout service operates across Northern Ireland.
How long have you been in business?
We've served Northern Ireland since our Belfast office opened in December 2007.
