Trusted Legal Guidance for Life's Journey
F.A. Edward Orr Solicitors is one of the oldest family-run independent law firms in Northern Ireland, founded as Wallace & Co in 1897. With over 125 years of experience, we have established and maintained an excellent reputation throughout Banbridge and Belfast for providing clear, friendly, and cost-effective legal advice to both private individuals and local businesses. Our commitment to exceptional client service is evident in our continuous innovation and improvement of our client care procedures.
Why Choose Us
At F.A. Edward Orr Solicitors, we pride ourselves on our commitment to delivering exceptional client service. Our team of fully qualified solicitors is dedicated to providing personalized attention to each client, ensuring that their legal needs are met with expertise, professionalism, and outstanding communication. We believe in the importance of clear and concise communication, regularly updating our clients on the progress of their matters. Our solicitors are accessible and available six days a week, ensuring that our clients receive the support they need, when they need it. Our office is conveniently located in Banbridge, with easy access from Belfast, and we also offer free home visits and weekly Thursday afternoon appointments at the Forthriver Business Park in Belfast.
Practice Areas
Our team of experienced solicitors specializes in a wide range of practice areas, including:
- Property: We have extensive experience in residential and commercial property transactions, including sales, purchases, re-mortgages, co-ownership, stair-casing, and buyouts.
- Wills and Elderly Issues: We advise on the preparation of wills, trusts, inheritance tax planning, and estate administration, ensuring that our clients' wishes are respected and their estates are managed efficiently.
- Administration of Estates: We specialize in the administration of estates, including the preparation of accounts, tax returns, and estate distribution.
- Commercial Family Law: Our solicitors have expertise in commercial family law, including separation, divorce, and child custody disputes.
- Personal Injury and Employment: We provide expert advice and representation in personal injury claims, employment disputes, and worker's compensation cases.
- Criminal Law: Our experienced solicitors offer guidance and representation in criminal law cases, ensuring that our clients receive the best possible outcome.
Meet Our Team
Our team of fully qualified solicitors is dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to our clients. Our team includes:
- Edward Orr: A highly respected and experienced solicitor with over 40 years of practice. Edward has extensive experience in residential sales, purchases, re-mortgages, and commercial conveyancing, as well as wills, trusts, inheritance tax planning, and estate administration.
- Mark Bethel: A qualified solicitor with extensive experience in property law, including residential and commercial transactions, wills, estate planning, probate, and family law issues.
Recent Cases
Our solicitors have a proven track record of success in a wide range of cases, including:
- Sale of agricultural lands for building development
- De-merger of two agricultural and farming holdings
- Sale of a liquor license to a national retailer
- Negotiated lease of hydroelectric mill
Client Testimonials
Our clients have consistently praised our dedication to exceptional client service, expertise, and commitment to providing personalized attention. Some of our satisfied clients have shared their experiences with us:
- "Excellent solicitor, I have used Edward Orr in relation to the purchase of my last 3 properties. Long standing and very well respected member of the Banbridge Community" - Patricia, Banbridge
- "Mark handled my first-time purchase with ease and professionalism. He made me feel like I was his only client. I hope never to have to use another solicitor again." - John & Alice, Belfast
- "Having dealt with another solicitor for our first purchase, we found Mark completely different. He was always quick to respond to our queries, knowledgeable about the septic tank issues and totally professional." - John & Alice, Belfast
Exceptional Customer Service
Edwards & Co. has received an abundance of praise from clients who have worked with Mark Bethel on various property transactions. Many reviewers have highlighted Mark's exceptional professionalism, attention to detail, and comprehensive understanding of legal processes. The service provided is deemed top-notch, with clients praising Mark's responsiveness, regular updates, and prompt communication.
Clear Guidance and Support
Clients who have used Mark's services have appreciated the clear guidance and support provided throughout the process. Many have commented on the ease with which issues were resolved, and the sense of feeling fully informed and in control. Mark's ability to explain complex legal concepts in a clear and concise manner has also been praised.
Reasonable Pricing
A notable aspect of Edwards & Co.'s service is the competitive pricing. Many clients have been impressed by the reasonable costs and have felt that the value for money was exceptional.
Consistent Excellence
It is evident that Mark's service has been consistently excellent across multiple transactions. Clients who have worked with him have praised his ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that all aspects of the transaction were handled efficiently.
Personal Recommendations
The sheer number of personal recommendations given to Mark is a testament to the exceptional service he provides. Many clients have praised his friendly and supportive approach, and have recommended his services to family and friends.
