Expert Legal Advice for a Brighter Tomorrow
At Gillen & Co, we pride ourselves on our ability to tailor our expertise to suit each individual client, whatever the issue may be. With many years of experience in legal practice, we have helped many individuals and businesses on a wide range of legal issues.
Our Services
We understand that seeking early legal advice can reduce costs and lead to a quicker resolution for our clients. In addition to our office facilities, we offer home visits, video meetings, telephone advice, and access to the government's Legal Aid assistance scheme. Our services include:
- Property Law: We work closely with estate agents, financial advisors, and surveyors to ensure a smooth and efficient transaction. Our experienced conveyancing solicitors will guide you through the conveyancing process at all stages of the transaction.
- Personal Injury Claims: We have extensive experience in pursuing claims for clients who have been injured as a result of an accident. Our personal injury solicitors will provide you with immediate assessment of your claim using our online personal injury assessment.
- Wills & Estate: Our solicitors provide advice on all matters concerning wills, estate planning, drafting of Enduring Power of Attorney, and Controllership applications to the Office of Care & Protection.
- Family & Matrimonial Law: Our Family Law department provides specialist legal advice to clients faced with problems associated with relationship breakdown and disputes regarding children. We understand the sensitive nature of family-related legal issues and adapt our approach to suit the individual circumstances of your case.
- Criminal Defence: Our criminal defence solicitors have extensive experience representing clients in Magistrates Court and Crown Court cases throughout Northern Ireland. We provide 24-hour police station call-out, representation in Magistrates, Youth, and Crown Court, and advice on appeals to the Court of Appeal or the Criminal Case Review Commission.
- Extradition Law: We have developed expertise in the area of Extradition Law and can provide advice on all aspects of Extradition Law, including bars to extradition, human rights violations, extradition bail applications, and appeals to the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court.
- Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Our Litigation department aims to provide pragmatic and cost-effective advice to ensure your dispute is dealt with as quickly and as cost-effectively as possible.
About Our Firm
Founded in 1988 and with offices in Banbridge, County Down, and Dunmurry, Belfast, Gillen & Co is a family-run firm with a reputation for providing reliable legal advice and solutions to clients across Northern Ireland. Our experienced solicitors are dedicated to providing an effective, personal service to all our clients. Our team includes Michael Gillen, Maria Gillen, and Ruairi Gillen, each with their own areas of expertise.
Overview of Reviews
Excellent Customer Service and Legal Representation
Gillen and Co. have received an overwhelmingly positive response from clients, with two 5-star reviews praising their exceptional customer service, knowledgeable staff, and efficient legal representation.
Praise for Specific Staff Members
Claire Burns, a solicitor at Gillen and Co., was commended for her exceptional service, making the legal process easy and quick for a client. Lauren and Judith were also praised for their helpfulness, while Ian was highly recommended for his conveyancing services, particularly for first-time buyers.
Efficient and Timely Service
Clients appreciated the prompt and efficient service provided by Gillen and Co., with one client noting that Ian was great at keeping them informed throughout the process and completing the job in a timely manner at a reasonable price.
One Negative Review
Unfortunately, one client had a poor experience with the company, citing unresponsiveness to emails and lack of agreement on a telephone call time.
