Business Details
27 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Portadown
Established in 1999, Gerard Maguire Solicitors brings decades of combined legal expertise to clients across Northern Ireland. Our team of four solicitors, led by Gerard Maguire, a qualified mediator and Solicitor Advocate, specialises in conveyancing, wills, criminal law, personal injury claims, and family law. We pride ourselves on delivering tailored, jargon-free legal advice while maintaining strict confidentiality. As one of the few small firms in Northern Ireland with Lexcel Accreditation, we adhere to rigorous quality standards. Our commitment to transparency includes offering a free 30-minute initial consultation and maintaining open communication throughout every case.With membership in the Law Society Children Order Panel and participation in the Home Charter Scheme, we combine local knowledge with national legal standards. Our 24-hour police station callout service ensures immediate legal support when needed most. We serve both residential and commercial clients, providing cost-effective solutions for property transactions and estate planning. Our fireproof safe stores wills free of charge, and we offer home visits for clients unable to attend our office. This dedication to accessibility, quality assurance, and client-centred service has made us a trusted legal partner in Portadown since 1999.
Services
Conveyancing
Will Writing
Criminal Law
Personal Injury Claims
Family Law
Judicial Reviews
Mediation Services
Police Station Representation
Estate Planning
Home Visits
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- Established in 1999 with Lexcel quality assurance
- Free 30-minute initial consultation with transparent pricing
- 24-hour police station callout service available
- Specialist solicitors in conveyancing and family law
- Home visits and free will storage in fireproof safe
Associations and certifications
- Lexcel Accreditation
Services
Conveyancing
Our conveyancing service guides clients through property transactions with expert legal advice and local knowledge. We facilitate smooth residential and commercial property transfers while maintaining transparent communication with estate agents and mortgage brokers. Clients receive detailed cost breakdowns and benefit from our membership in the Law Society's Home Charter Scheme.
Will Writing
We provide professional will-writing services to ensure your estate is distributed according to your wishes. Our solicitors explain inheritance laws clearly and help avoid tax implications. We offer home visits for clients unable to attend our office and store wills securely in our fireproof safe at no charge.
Criminal Law
Our criminal law service offers immediate legal representation at police stations across Northern Ireland. We provide a free 24-hour callout service where specialist solicitors attend interviews and advise clients on their rights. This service ensures access to qualified legal support during critical moments.
Personal Injury Claims
We handle all types of personal injury claims including workplace accidents, road traffic collisions, and medical negligence. Our solicitors work to secure fair compensation while guiding clients through the legal process. We represent victims of assault and those suffering from tripping/fall-related injuries.
Family Law
Our family law service specialises in children order cases, divorce proceedings, and domestic violence matters. We provide expert advice on residence, contact, and financial provision while maintaining sensitivity to emotional circumstances. Gerard Maguire's mediation training enhances our approach to resolving family disputes.
People
Gerard Maguire
Solicitor Advocate
Practising since 1988, Gerard established his firm in 1999 after partnership experience. He holds advanced advocacy certification and serves on the Law Society Children Order Panel. As a trained mediator, he combines courtroom expertise with dispute resolution skills.
Philip Reid
Solicitor
Qualified legal professional specialising in property transactions and estate planning. Provides expert guidance on conveyancing matters and will writing services while maintaining the firm's high service standards.
Roberta Williamson
Solicitor
Experienced family law specialist handling children order cases and domestic violence matters. Offers compassionate legal support while advocating for clients' interests in sensitive situations.
Ryan Logan
Solicitor
Skilled legal practitioner focusing on criminal defence and personal injury claims. Provides immediate legal representation at police stations and pursues compensation claims for accident victims.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in conveyancing, will writing, criminal law, personal injury claims, family law, judicial reviews, and mediation services across Northern Ireland.
Do you offer home visits for legal services?
Yes, we provide home visits for will writing services and store wills in our fireproof safe free of charge.
Are your legal consultations free?
We offer a free 30-minute initial consultation to discuss your legal matter and provide transparent cost estimates.
Do you handle emergency legal situations?
Yes, we provide a 24-hour police station callout service for urgent criminal law matters.
Reviews (3)
Stuart Neville
Mar 02, 2021
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Absolutely phenomenal service. I attended Philip Reid and he fought tooth and nail for me. Very intelligent and professional man. Never had anyone fighting as hard for me before.
Heshitect
Dec 11, 2019
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Excellent and professional service conducted in a friendly manner, would highly recommend them for personal and business legal needs. Excellent art collection in the offices also...
Fiona Aedgar Astrologer
Nov 18, 2018
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Don't listen to their clients and can't wait to get you out the door. Sent the wrong information to the party that we were in dispute with and made things twice as bad.
