Doris & MacMahon

Doris & MacMahon Solicitors, based in Cookstown, is a renowned legal practice with a rich history and a stellar reputation for providing a comprehensive range of legal services in a professional, efficient, and confidential manner. Established with a commitment to delivering the highest level of service, our full team of solicitors is dedicated to working closely with each client to resolve all legal problems, no matter the complexity. Our expertise and experience have made us the go-to firm for those seeking legal counsel and representation in Cookstown and throughout County Tyrone.

Our firm is proud to be accredited by the Law Society Lexcel System, which independently verifies our dedication to maintaining the strictest standards of service and guarantees that we consistently audit and monitor our files, staff training, and general management. This ensures that we consistently deliver a high level of service and maintain the confidence of our clients.

Our office is located at 63 James Street, Cookstown, BT80 8AE, Northern Ireland. Our dedicated team of solicitors and support staff can be reached at (028) 8676 2484, or via fax at (028) 8676 6781. We can also be reached by email at info@dmacm.com. Our usual business hours are from 9:00 am to 5:15 pm, Monday through Friday. However, we understand that our clients may have urgent legal needs or difficulties that arise outside of regular business hours. As a result, we are pleased to offer appointments outside of our normal working hours upon request.

Our Team

At Doris & MacMahon Solicitors, we currently employ 10 solicitors and 15 support staff. Each of our solicitors specialises in a particular area of law, allowing us to offer a comprehensive and focused solution for our clients. The firm is accredited to the Law Society Approved Lexcel System, a testament to our rigorous adherence to a high level of management and service standards.

Brian MacMahon, LL.B., senior partner, graduated from Queen's University, Belfast in 1977 and has been a valuable member of the firm since then. With over 35 years of experience, Brian has developed extensive knowledge and expertise in all aspects of residential, commercial, and agricultural conveyancing. As an authority in estate planning, he advises on Wills, Powers of Attorney, Tax Planning, and Probate.

Francis Redmond, LL.B., another senior partner, graduated from Queen's University, Belfast in 1979. With more than 25 years of experience as a lawyer, Francis has honed his skills in the Civil and Criminal Courts. He is highly regarded for his expertise in acting on behalf of clients who have been injured in accidents, whether at work or on the road. Additionally, Francis is a respected authority on medical negligence claims, as well as criminal law.

Roisin Cross, LL.B., solicitor and a key member of our conveyancing team, graduated from Queen's University, Belfast in 1983 with an Honour's Degree in Law. Roisin has nearly 25 years of experience in private practice and specialises in property transactions, including Residential Conveyancing, Mortgages, Co-Ownership, Commercial Lease transactions, and Private Tenancies. Roisin also excels in Probate matters, Contentious Estates, drafting Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and applications to the Office of Care and Protection.

Katherine Holland, LL.B., solicitor, joined the firm in 2005 after graduating from Queen's University, Belfast with a First Class Honours Bachelor of Laws. With over 10 years of experience, Katherine specialises in residential, agricultural, and commercial conveyancing.

Maire MacMahon, LL.B., solicitor, joined the firm in 1996 after qualifying as a solicitor in England and Wales in 1982 and practising probate and property law with a London firm. Maire specialises in private client work with a particular interest in elderly client law and handles areas such as Wills, Probate and the Administration of Estates, Enduring Power of Attorney, Office of care and Protection, Nursing Home fees, and Inheritance Tax Planning.

Jason McLaren, LL.B., solicitor, joined the firm in 1994 and completed his apprenticeship in 1996. Jason specialises in Civil Ligation, Criminal Law, Debt Recovery, Commercial Litigation, together with Property and Boundary Disputes.

Kevin McElduff, LL.B., solicitor, graduated from the University of Ulster, Jordanstown in 2001 with a Bachelor of Law Degree. Kevin joined Doris & MacMahon in 2001 and has over 10 years of Litigation experience. Kevin specialises in Matrimonial Law, including Separation Agreements, divorce proceedings, Children welfare, and Custody Issues. He also specialises in Criminal and Civil Litigation and, in particular, Personal Injury Claims.

Michael Redmond, LL.B., solicitor, is a skilled and experienced general practice solicitor who qualifed from the Institute of Professional Legal Studies and joined Doris & MacMahon Solicitors in 2017. Michael specialises in the areas of: residential conveyancing, Wills and Probate, the Administration of Estates, Enduring Power of Attorney, commercial lease transactions, and Contentious Probate.