Legal Services Donegal
Legal Services in Donegal
Fiona Kelly Solicitors in Letterkenny provides a comprehensive range of legal services, offering expert advice and guidance across a wide variety of legal matters. Explore our full range of services below.
Solicitors for Donegal individuals and businesses
Legal support should be clear and practical. With consistent direction, our team assists individuals and companies in making wise decisions. You can expect plain English, organised files and updates that arrive when you need them.
Clients in Letterkenny, East Donegal, and throughout County Donegal are served by Fiona Kelly Solicitors.
We offer advice on important decisions in life and in business. Our aim is progress without drama and strong outcomes built on careful preparation. You will know who is handling your file and what will happen next. We explain options and likely steps so that you can plan with confidence.
Personal injury and litigation
When an accident causes loss you need a clear route forward. We assess the facts, arrange the right reports and engage with insurers. We aim for fair settlement where that is possible and we prepare firmly when a hearing is needed. You will receive short updates and guidance on each decision.
Road traffic and workplace incidents
Public liability and product issues
Evidence gathering and negotiations
Court representation when required
Support with medical reports and loss records
In contentious business a solicitor may not calculate fees or charges as a percentage or proportion of any award or settlement.
Property law and conveyancing
Buying, selling or refinancing benefits from early checks and regular updates. We coordinate with agents, engineers and lenders so that issues are found and fixed. First time buyers receive step by step guidance. Movers and investors get a timetable that keeps everyone aligned.
Contract and title review
Searches and enquiries without delay
Mortgage drawdown and closing steps
Residential and agricultural property
New build, self build and site purchases
Wills and probate
Good planning protects family and reduces stress. We prepare wills that reflect your wishes and we guide executors with steady support. We advise on enduring power of attorney so that trusted people can help if needed. We also consider tax thresholds and practical ways to avoid delay.
Drafting and reviewing wills
Enduring power of attorney and general power of attorney
Probate and estate administration
Tax efficient planning and succession questions
Guidance on asset lists and safe storage
Family law services Letterkenny
Change in a family needs calm guidance. We help you agree workable arrangements or act in court when required. We focus on the welfare of children and on plans that last. Meetings are available in person and by video which suits many clients in East Donegal.
Separation and divorce
Guardianship, custody and access
Maintenance and financial agreements
Safety and protection orders
Parenting plans and travel consent
Employment law for employers and employees
Workplaces need fair process and clear terms. We draft contracts and policies and we act in claims at the WRC and on appeal. We advise on restructuring and redundancy and on equality and dignity at work. Employers and employees receive practical next steps that protect their position.
Contracts and handbooks
Dismissal and redundancy
Equality and dignity at work issues
Settlement agreements and exits
WRC claims and Labour Court appeals
Commercial law for growing businesses
Owners and managers need contracts and property deals that support growth. We draft, review and negotiate in a way that fits day to day trading. We help start ups choose the right structure and we support established teams with leases and standard terms.
Company set up and shareholders agreements
Commercial leases and sales
Standard terms and supply agreements
Debt recovery with practical steps
Data protection and brand protection
Litigation solicitors
Choosing the right team makes the process smoother. Fiona Kelly Solicitors brings local knowledge and steady support. We combine careful drafting with practical guidance. We are approachable and we respond promptly to calls and emails. You will be aware of the person managing your case and the next steps.
Local knowledge and steady support
Careful drafting and practical guidance
Prompt replies and clear communication
Named contact handling your matter
How we work
We listen first and we set out options. We agree scope and timelines before work starts. We prepare documents clearly and we keep you updated. We coordinate with accountants, valuers and financial advisers where that helps the outcome. Video or in-person appointments can be made in Letterkenny. Video suits many clients in East Donegal.
Listen first and set out options
Agree scope and timelines before work starts
Prepare documents clearly with regular updates
Coordinate with accountants and valuers when helpful
Offer in person and video appointments
Who we help
We assist families who have lost a loved one as well as those making future plans. We also assist executors who must oversee an estate in Donegal, especially East Donegal, but reside overseas. We can save time and travel by handling the majority of steps via video and email.
Planning for the future and supporting families
Review the facts and explain rights
Documents you may need
Having the right documents ready speeds up progress. Here is a short checklist by area.
Property and conveyancing
Identification and proof of address
Mortgage approval and broker details if any
Survey report and engineer contact
BER certificate and planning records where relevant
Wills and probate
Asset list and contact details for beneficiaries
Existing will or previous draft if any
Death certificate and asset letters for estates
Medical reports where capacity needs review
Family law
Marriage certificate if married
Birth certificates for children
A simple schedule of income and regular costs
Any current court orders or agreements
Employment law
Contract and staff handbook
Payslips and statements of means
Emails or letters that set out decisions
Medical notes if illness is relevant
Personal injury
Accident details and photographs if available
Names of witnesses and location
Medical notes and receipts for treatment and travel
Employer or insurer details if known
How we work
You will see a simple plan from the start. We agree scope, timelines and likely costs. We favour early resolution where possible and we are ready to act when firmness is needed. Appointments are available in person in Letterkenny and by video for clients in East Donegal and the wider county.
What to expect
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First meeting to understand goals
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Clear outline of options and likely steps
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Regular updates in plain English
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Close of matter with next actions noted
Pricing and value
We explain fees before work starts and we confirm them in writing. You will know the likely outlays and when they arise. We look for efficient steps that protect quality and reduce delay. Fixed fees are available for some services where the scope is clear.
Communication and access
You will have a named contact and a direct email. We reply within sensible time frames. Short updates arrive when milestones complete so that you always know the position. If a document is needed we will ask for it with a clear note of why and how to send it.
Our clients
We act for individuals, families, start ups and established businesses. Many clients work with us over time as their needs change. Our local knowledge helps files move and our network of experts adds value when specialist input is needed. We coordinate with engineers, valuers, accountants and medical experts when that helps the outcome.
Why clients choose us
Steady communication and prompt replies
Careful preparation that avoids delay
Direct access to your solicitor
Practical advice that supports decisions
Local insight for Letterkenny and East Donegal
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Plan your next step
If you need legal guidance we are ready to help. Speak with Fiona Kelly Solicitors for clear advice and a practical plan. You can request a call back or send brief details through our contact page and we will respond.