Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Belfast
Established in 1921, we are a long-standing legal practice based in Belfast, dedicated to delivering comprehensive legal solutions for private and commercial clients. Our solicitors prioritise personal service and expertise, operating with efficiency and cost-effectiveness while fostering enduring client relationships. Regulated by the Law Society of Northern Ireland, we maintain a professional yet approachable ethos. Our team includes Senior Partner Paul Carson, with extensive experience in conveyancing and probate, and Partner Alex Coleman, a Solicitor Advocate specialising in professional regulation and personal injury claims.We serve clients with sensitivity and timeliness across areas including family law, matrimonial matters, and debt recovery. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our tailored guidance for wills, powers of attorney, and property transactions, alongside representation in motoring offences and legal aid cases. With decades of collective expertise, we ensure clarity and peace of mind for clients navigating complex legal processes.
Services
Conveyancing
Wills & Powers of Attorney
Estate Administration
Family Law
Matrimonial Law
Personal Injury Claims
Road Traffic Accidents
Motoring Offences
Leases
Debt Collection
Details
- Year established: 1921
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of legal experience serving Belfast clients.
- Our solicitors are regulated by the Law Society of Northern Ireland.
- We offer tailored guidance for wills, powers of attorney, and property transactions.
- Our team includes a Solicitor Advocate specialising in complex legal cases.
- We prioritise efficient, cost-effective solutions with a professional yet friendly approach.
Associations and certifications
- Law Society of Northern Ireland
Services
Conveyancing
We handle residential and commercial property transactions, including sales, purchases, remortgages, and transfers. Our solicitors ensure compliance with legal requirements while maintaining transparency throughout the process. Clients benefit from our decades of experience in efficient property law solutions.
Wills & Powers of Attorney
Our experts draft wills and enduring powers of attorney, ensuring clients' wishes are legally protected. We guide families through estate planning to provide clarity and peace of mind. Services include probate and inheritance tax advice tailored to individual circumstances.
Family Law
We specialise in family law cases including contact/residence orders, adoption, and non-molestation injunctions. Our solicitors provide sensitive, solution-focused representation for complex personal disputes. Clients receive practical advice aligned with current Northern Irish legislation.
Personal Injury Claims
We represent clients seeking compensation for injuries in high court and county court cases. Our litigation team handles road traffic accidents and workplace injuries with proven success. Claims are pursued with thorough evidence gathering and strategic legal advocacy.
Debt Collection
We assist businesses and individuals in recovering personal and commercial debts through legal channels. Our approach balances assertiveness with professionalism to maximise recovery rates. Services include drafting demand letters and court proceedings when necessary.
People
Paul Carson
Senior Partner
Educated at Queen's University Belfast, Paul has worked exclusively at Boston James & Sullivan since qualification. He specialises in conveyancing, probate, and personal injury claims. Outside work, he supports Ulster Rugby and enjoys gardening. Married with three children.
Alex Coleman
Partner
A Cambridge-qualified Solicitor Advocate, Alex specialises in professional regulation and personal injury cases. He brings extensive experience from Northern Irish and international legal firms. Travels widely and has two grown children.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in conveyancing, family law, personal injury claims, wills and probate, debt recovery, and motoring offences. Our solicitors also handle matrimonial disputes and legal aid cases.
Do you offer legal aid services?
Yes, we provide legal aid services subject to financial eligibility. Our team will guide you through the application process and offer full representation if qualified.
What are your office hours?
Please contact us directly for current office hours. We recommend scheduling appointments in advance to ensure availability.
How experienced is your team?
Our solicitors have over a century of combined experience. Senior Partner Paul Carson has practiced since 1921, while Partner Alex Coleman brings expertise from international legal work.
