Business Details
33 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Experts in Belfast
Reid Black Solicitors have been providing expert legal services since 1993, specialising in personal injury claims, family law, medical negligence, and military hearing loss cases. Our team of experienced solicitors operates across Northern Ireland and the UK, offering free initial consultations and acting solely in clients' interests without connections to insurers or claims management companies. With a proven track record in high-profile cases, including successful settlements against the Ministry of Defence, we combine deep industry expertise with a commitment to transparency and client-centric service.Our directors bring decades of combined legal experience, ensuring every case receives meticulous attention and strategic representation. We prioritise ethical practices, maintaining full compliance with professional standards while delivering accessible, cost-effective legal solutions tailored to individual client needs.
Services
Personal Injury Claims
Family Law Services
Medical Negligence
Military Hearing Loss
Wills & Probate
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of legal expertise in complex personal injury and family law cases
- We provide free, no-obligation initial consultations with qualified solicitors
- Our team has secured multi-million-pound settlements in military hearing loss claims
- We operate independently without insurer affiliations to prioritise client interests
- We maintain transparent fee structures with No Win No Fee options available
What people say
Outstanding service
Highly recommend
Professional and efficient
Excellent communication
Successful settlements
Services
Personal Injury Claims
We specialise in securing compensation for road traffic accidents, workplace injuries, and industrial diseases. Our solicitors handle cases involving whiplash, repetitive strain injuries, and asbestos-related illnesses. Clients benefit from our No Win No Fee structure and proven track record in complex claims against insurers and government bodies.
Military Hearing Loss
Our team manages noise-induced hearing loss claims against the Ministry of Defence for veterans. We handle cases related to live firing exposure in Northern Ireland and secured landmark settlements. Clients receive specialist representation without deductions from compensation payments, with claims processed independently of third parties.
Family Law Services
We provide comprehensive family law services including divorce proceedings, financial settlements, and child custody arrangements. Our solicitors offer empathetic guidance through high-net-worth divorces and complex property divisions, maintaining client confidentiality while achieving equitable outcomes in contested cases.
Medical Negligence
Our specialists handle misdiagnosis cases, hospital negligence, and cerebral palsy claims resulting from medical errors. We secure compensation for treatment failures including cancer misdiagnosis and surgical mistakes, working with medical experts to establish liability and quantify long-term care requirements.
Wills & Probate
We offer will drafting and probate services with remote execution options via video calls. Our solicitors ensure legally sound estate planning, handling complex inheritance matters and contested wills while maintaining strict compliance with testamentary laws and client confidentiality requirements.
People
David French
Director
With over 25 years' experience, David specialises in military hearing loss claims and has secured multi-million-pound settlements. He leads complex cases against the Ministry of Defence and mentors junior solicitors in litigation strategy.
Kathryn Aiken
Solicitor
Specialising in family law, Kathryn provides expert guidance on divorce settlements and child custody matters. She maintains a client-focused approach, offering clear legal advice during emotionally challenging situations with over 15 years' practice experience.
Danielle
Legal Executive
Handling personal injury claims and will drafting, Danielle combines technical expertise with compassionate client service. She manages high-volume case work while maintaining exceptional client communication standards across multiple office locations.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in personal injury claims, family law, medical negligence, military hearing loss cases, and wills/probate matters across Northern Ireland and the UK.
Do you offer No Win No Fee arrangements?
Yes, we provide Conditional Fee Agreements for personal injury and medical negligence cases, ensuring accessible legal representation without upfront costs.
How long do injury claims typically take?
Case durations vary but average 12-24 months depending on complexity. Military hearing loss claims may take longer due to MOD processing times despite our proactive case management.
Can I make a claim against the Ministry of Defence?
Yes, we handle MOD liability cases for noise-induced hearing loss. Eligibility requires documented service-related exposure to hazardous noise levels during military duties in Northern Ireland.
