Business Details
40 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Bolton
Established in 1986, Joe Egan Solicitors has served Bolton and the North West with dedicated legal expertise. Our firm, founded by Joe Egan, a former President of The Law Society of England and Wales, specialises in family law, personal injury, criminal law, conveyancing, and probate. With two offices in Bolton and Farnworth, we combine over three decades of experience with a client-focused approach, offering accessible services including out-of-hours appointments and home visits. Our team of specialists ensures tailored legal solutions, prioritising transparency and affordability.We provide no win no fee options for eligible cases and actively support clients seeking legal aid. Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, we maintain rigorous professional standards while delivering practical, cost-effective advice. Our commitment to accessibility extends to 24-hour telephone support and weekend availability, ensuring clients receive timely assistance during critical moments. This enduring dedication to community service and legal excellence has solidified our reputation as a trusted local firm.
Services
Family Law
Personal Injury
Criminal Defence
Conveyancing
Probate Services
Civil Litigation
Wills
Lasting Powers of Attorney
Contested Probate
Property Litigation
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- Established in 1986 with three decades of local legal expertise
- 24-hour crime mobile support for urgent legal matters
- Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority for professional standards
- Flexible access including weekend appointments and home visits
- No win no fee options available for personal injury claims
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Professional and highly recommended
Worked quickly over Christmas
Very reasonable in price
Explained everything clearly
Reputable law firm
Services
Family Law
Our family law specialists handle divorce proceedings, financial settlements, child arrangement orders, and grandparents' rights cases. We provide compassionate guidance through emotionally challenging situations while protecting clients' interests. With extensive experience in care proceedings and social services involvement, we ensure legally sound solutions tailored to individual family circumstances.
Personal Injury
We represent clients in work-related injuries, road traffic accidents, and public liability cases. Our team pursues compensation for medical expenses, lost earnings, and pain and suffering. Offering no win no fee arrangements, we handle serious injury claims and pedestrian accident cases with dedicated advocacy.
Criminal Defence
Our criminal law department provides urgent representation for police station attendances, magistrates' court hearings, and crown court trials. Available 24/7, we defend clients facing motoring offences, fraud allegations, and serious criminal charges with strategic legal expertise.
Conveyancing
We manage residential property sales, purchases, equity transfers, and right-to-buy cases. Our conveyancing team ensures smooth transactions with clear communication throughout the process, offering flexible appointment options including evenings and weekends.
Wills & Probate
Our solicitors provide will writing services, probate administration, and lasting powers of attorney. We handle contested probate matters and estate disputes while offering free initial consultations and home visits for vulnerable clients.
People
Joe Egan
Founder
Founder of Joe Egan Solicitors with over 30 years' experience, former President of The Law Society of England and Wales (2017-2018). Qualified solicitor with extensive legal practice knowledge and community engagement in Bolton.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in family law, personal injury claims, criminal defence, conveyancing, probate, and civil litigation matters.
Do you offer emergency legal support?
Yes, we provide 24-hour crime mobile support for urgent criminal law matters and out-of-hours telephone access.
Can I get help with property transactions?
Our conveyancing team handles residential property sales, purchases, transfers of equity, and right-to-buy cases.
Are legal aid options available?
We assist eligible clients in obtaining legal aid funding and offer no win no fee arrangements for certain cases.
How accessible are your services?
We offer home visits, weekend appointments, and video/telephone consultations to accommodate client needs.
What makes your firm different?
Combining three decades of local experience with SRA regulation, we prioritise personal service and transparent pricing.
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