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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Belfast
OReilly Stewart Solicitors is a leading legal practice based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, renowned for its expertise in healthcare law, employment law, commercial law, and litigation. With a team of highly skilled solicitors, including Band 1-ranked healthcare specialists, we provide tailored legal solutions for individuals and businesses. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our track record of resolving complex cases, from medical negligence claims to property transactions.We prioritise client care, combining deep legal knowledge with compassionate support to achieve favourable outcomes. Recognised in Chambers and Partners 2024, our firm is trusted for its integrity, professionalism, and dedication to justice. We serve clients across Northern Ireland and beyond, offering clear, honest advice and unwavering advocacy.
Services
Dispute Resolution
Healthcare Law
Employment Law
Property Law
Commercial Law
Personal Injury Claims
Clinical Negligence
Wills & Probate
Licensing
Corporate Law
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in healthcare law and medical negligence claims.
- Our team includes certified experts with extensive legal and industry knowledge.
- We provide transparent, client-focused advice tailored to individual needs.
- Recognised as Northern Ireland's only Band 1-ranked healthcare law team.
- Proven track record in resolving complex litigation and commercial disputes.
Associations and certifications
- Chambers and Partners
What people say
Excellent service
Highly recommend
Professional and empathetic
Life-changing results
Transparent communication
Services
Healthcare Law
Our healthcare law team specialises in medical negligence claims, inquests, and patient safety advocacy. We represent clients nationwide, securing compensation for birth injuries, misdiagnosis, and catastrophic harm. With a Band 1 ranking in Chambers and Partners, we combine legal expertise with compassionate support to hold healthcare providers accountable and improve patient care standards.
Employment Law
We advise employees and employers on Northern Ireland-specific employment law matters, including disputes, contracts, and discrimination claims. Our solicitors provide clear guidance on tribunal representation, redundancy, and workplace policies, ensuring compliance with local regulations while protecting client interests through pragmatic, results-driven solutions.
Property Law
Our property team handles residential and commercial transactions, wills, and probate across Northern Ireland. We offer efficient conveyancing services, equity release assistance, and dispute resolution, prioritising transparency and timely completion. Clients praise our proactive communication and expertise in navigating complex property law challenges.
Personal Injury Claims
We represent clients in personal injury cases, including road accidents, workplace injuries, and surgical negligence. Our solicitors secure compensation for pain, financial loss, and rehabilitation costs, operating on a no-win-no-fee basis. Testimonials highlight our professionalism, empathy, and success in achieving life-changing settlements for clients.
Commercial Law
We support businesses with corporate transactions, licensing, and dispute resolution, offering strategic advice tailored to commercial needs. Our services include contract drafting, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory compliance, delivered by solicitors with deep local market knowledge and a focus on long-term client partnerships.
People
Patrick Mullarkey
Partner - Head of Healthcare
Patrick Mullarkey leads Northern Ireland's only Band 1 healthcare law team, specialising in medical negligence and catastrophic injury claims. With decades of experience, he has secured landmark settlements for clients, combining legal expertise with compassionate advocacy to improve patient safety standards.
Stuart Gilmore
Managing Director - Litigation
Stuart Gilmore oversees litigation services, known for his pragmatic approach to personal injury and commercial disputes. Clients praise his responsiveness, strategic thinking, and dedication to achieving favourable outcomes through negotiation or court representation, ensuring transparent communication throughout legal processes.
Dionne Darragh
Director - Litigation and Healthcare
Dionne Darragh manages complex litigation and healthcare cases, noted for her diligence and client-focused service. She has resolved high-value claims through thorough case preparation, earning recognition for her empathy and professionalism in supporting clients during challenging legal journeys.
Thomas Greenaway
Associate Solicitor - Property
Thomas Greenaway specialises in residential and commercial property law, delivering efficient conveyancing and transactional support. Clients highlight his clear communication, attention to detail, and ability to streamline complex property deals, ensuring smooth completions even under tight deadlines.
Claire Hunt
Solicitor - Healthcare
Claire Hunt represents clients in clinical negligence cases, praised for her empathetic approach and meticulous case management. She guides families through inquests and compensation claims, maintaining open communication and leveraging expertise to secure justice for victims of medical errors.
Questions
What areas of law does OReilly Stewart specialise in?
We specialise in healthcare law, employment law, commercial litigation, property transactions, and personal injury claims, with a Band 1-ranked healthcare team in Northern Ireland.
How experienced is your healthcare law team?
Our healthcare team has over 20 years of experience handling medical negligence, inquests, and patient safety cases, achieving landmark settlements and national recognition in Chambers and Partners.
Can you assist with property transactions in Northern Ireland?
Yes, our property team provides conveyancing, wills, and dispute resolution services across Northern Ireland, known for efficient completions and clear communication.
Do you offer no-win-no-fee options for personal injury claims?
We offer no-win-no-fee arrangements for eligible personal injury and medical negligence cases, ensuring access to justice without financial risk to clients.
How do you handle employment law disputes in Northern Ireland?
We provide tailored advice on Northern Ireland-specific employment law, including tribunal representation, contract disputes, and discrimination claims, focusing on practical solutions and compliance.
What sets OReilly Stewart apart from other law firms?
We combine local expertise with national recognition, prioritising client care, transparency, and results-driven advocacy across all legal services we deliver.
Reviews (6)
Michelle Ryan
Sep 06, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
I bought a house last year and Judy Rose was professional, efficient, responsive and a pleasure to deal with. She kept me informed throughout the process and communicated in a very clear and helpful manner. Would recommend to anyone buying a house.
I bought a house last year and Judy Rose was professional, efficient, responsive and a pleasure to deal with. She kept me informed throughout the process and communicated in a very clear and helpful manner. Would recommend to anyone buying a house.
Corra McIntosh
Sep 04, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
I want to thank Janet for all of her help in purchasing our first home. Janet's communication has been fantastic, she has kept us in the loop and informed from start to finish. The service that has been provided by O'Reilly Stewart has been exceptional and very much appreciated!
I want to thank Janet for all of her help in purchasing our first home. Janet's communication has been fantastic, she has kept us in the loop and informed from start to finish. The service that has been provided by O'Reilly Stewart has been exceptional and very much appreciated!
Zoe Chadwick
Aug 23, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
We recently bought a house with Thomas Greenaway he was professional helpful and reassuring couldn't of asked for a better solicitor! Highly recommend top notch bloke
We recently bought a house with Thomas Greenaway he was professional helpful and reassuring couldn't of asked for a better solicitor! Highly recommend top notch bloke
Andrea Cowden
May 25, 2021
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I would like to take this opportunity to extend my thanks to Dionne Darragh for the very positive outcome in my case. Dionne was extremely proactive and efficient in every way and I felt that I could trust her with all her help and advice. This made all the difference to what could have been potentially a very stressful situation. As my case progressed I was kept fully informed and Dionne responded really promptly to any queries which I may have had regarding aspects of it. Dionne's work was exemplary and I am sure that she will go on to help many more clients in her future career. Dionne truly
Graham Chalmers
Feb 25, 2021
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Used OS to buy a house for our daughter. Excellent, clear service and good communication throughout the process.
Lana Moore
Dec 22, 2020
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I dealt with Dionne Darragh from OReilly Stewart solicitors about a recent Road Traffic Collision. I found Dionne to be highly responsive, professional and courteous. In my previous role in Financial Services I would have worked with solicitors on a daily basis but none were like Dionne. Dionne settled my case in a very difficult time (during the pandemic) and she done everything possible to resolve my case with ease. I would like to personally thank Dionne for all her hard work, going above and beyond and would definitely recommend and use her services again.
