Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Legal Services in Northern Ireland
Established in 1929, Hewitt & Gilpin Solicitors have consistently delivered legal excellence across Northern Ireland, guided by an unyielding commitment to client satisfaction. Our practice spans both commercial and private client needs, addressing matters ranging from corporate transactions to family law, residential property, and estate planning. With a team of fully trained solicitors registered on the Roll of Solicitors in Northern Ireland, we combine deep legal expertise with a personalized approach, ensuring clarity and practicality in every case. Rooted in integrity, our firm has built a legacy of trust through 94 years of service, actively engaging in community and charitable causes.We prioritise transparency, efficiency, and innovation, handling complex legal challenges while maintaining a client-centred ethos that defines our reputation. Our directors, with decades of combined experience, lead in areas such as public law, dispute resolution, and charity law, reflecting our dedication to excellence. Recognised through client testimonials and landmark cases, we remain a cornerstone of legal representation in Northern Ireland, offering tailored solutions for both individuals and businesses.
Services
Business Services
Dispute Resolution
Public Law
House Sales and Purchases
Wills Probate Estate Management
Charity Law
Employment Law
Family Matrimonial Law
Details
- Year established: 1929
Highlights and features
- We have over 94 years of experience in legal services
- Our team consists of certified solicitors registered in Northern Ireland
- We pride ourselves on personal and tailored service
- We are committed to integrity and transparency in all dealings
- We offer expertise in multiple legal fields including business, family, and public law
What people say
Personal service
Successful representation
Long-standing expertise
Professionalism
Committed experts
Services
Business Services
Our Business Services team advises on commercial transactions, corporate governance, and sector-specific legal needs, with market-leading expertise in Northern Ireland's retail sector. We assist businesses in acquisitions, financing, and contractual agreements. Our solicitors provide strategic counsel tailored to commercial clients' unique operational and regulatory challenges.
Public Law
Hewitt & Gilpin's Public Law practice represents clients in judicial reviews, equality law cases, and high-profile legal challenges across all court tiers. Our solicitors combine advocacy skills with deep knowledge of governmental and regulatory frameworks to secure favourable outcomes for individuals and organisations.
House Sales and Purchases
Specialising in residential property transactions, our solicitors guide clients through home purchases, sales, and estate planning. With generational experience, we ensure smooth processes for first-time buyers, downsizers, and families handling property transfers, offering clear legal advice at every stage.
Family and Matrimonial Law
Our Family Law team addresses relationship breakdowns, child custody, and financial settlements with empathy and legal precision. We prioritise clients' emotional and practical needs while navigating complex family dynamics through mediation or litigation.
Charity Law
Hewitt & Gilpin provides comprehensive charity law services, including governance compliance, formation, and regulatory advice. Our solicitors support churches and voluntary sector clients to navigate legal frameworks, ensuring alignment with charitable objectives and statutory requirements.
People
Naomi Gowan
Director
Naomi Gowan, a director since 2006, specialises in employment law and private client matters. She has over 25 years of experience advising on property transactions, wills, and probate, ensuring practical solutions for clients.
Graeme Hamilton
Director
Graeme Hamilton, a director since 2013, handles commercial disputes, property law, and public sector litigation. He brings extensive High Court experience and a focus on mediation to resolve complex business and property conflicts.
David Wheeler
Director
David Wheeler, a director since 2010, specialises in commercial property and charity law. He advises major retailers and landlords, combining property expertise with governance counsel for Northern Ireland's prominent charities.
Tim Bradshaw
Director
Tim Bradshaw focuses on corporate law and commercial contracts, with expertise in franchising and intellectual property. His work includes advising agri-food sector clients on legal compliance and international business transactions.
Craig Russell
Director
Craig Russell, a director since 2020, specialises in property law and estate planning. With over 25 years of experience, he handles complex conveyancing and probate matters, serving private clients and housing associations.
Questions
What legal services does Hewitt & Gilpin offer?
We provide business law, family law, property transactions, public law, wills, probate, charity law, and dispute resolution services across Northern Ireland.
Are Hewitt & Gilpin solicitors registered in Northern Ireland?
Yes, all our solicitors are fully registered on the Roll of Solicitors in Northern Ireland, ensuring professional legal expertise and accountability.
What areas does Hewitt & Gilpin cover?
While based in Belfast and Holywood, we serve clients across Northern Ireland, providing legal representation for individuals and businesses nationwide.
How experienced is Hewitt & Gilpin's team?
With over 94 years combined experience, our directors and associates bring decades of expertise in commercial, family, property, and public law.
Can Hewitt & Gilpin handle complex legal cases?
Yes, our firm has a proven track record in high-profile public law cases, judicial reviews, and complex commercial disputes, ensuring robust legal advocacy.
Reviews (1)
Mark Allen
Nov 09, 2018
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Very good service, would recommend Andrew in particular as he worked hard to guide us through a frustrating home purchase.
