The firm

About Monahan Solicitors

Over three decades of trusted legal representation in Drogheda and North Leinster — built on honesty, expertise, and putting clients first.

Regulated by
Law Society of Ireland
Available
24 Hours, 7 Days a Week
Qualified in
12 Areas of Practice
Qualified Mediators
Alternative to Court
Based in
Drogheda, Co. Louth

Our story

Monahan & Company Solicitors was founded with a straightforward belief — that every client deserves clear, honest legal advice and skilled representation, regardless of the complexity of their case.

For over thirty years we have served individuals, families, and businesses across Drogheda, Co. Louth, and the wider North Leinster region. From urgent criminal matters and garda station attendance to sensitive family disputes and complex personal injury claims, our solicitors bring depth of experience and a genuine commitment to every file we take on.

Based at 44 John Street in Drogheda, we are deeply rooted in the local community while representing clients before courts throughout Louth, Meath, and North Dublin. Our 24/7 helpline ensures you can reach a qualified solicitor whenever you need one — day or night.

Our approach

We believe in plain, honest advice. Before court proceedings are ever considered, we explore every alternative — from mediation to negotiation — to protect your time, money, and wellbeing. When litigation is necessary, we represent you with skill and tenacity.

  • Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • Regulated by the Law Society of Ireland
  • Qualified mediators offering alternatives to court
  • Free legal aid available for criminal cases
  • Transparent fee discussions from the first consultation
The Monahan Solicitors team in the Drogheda office
30+
Years serving Drogheda & Co. Louth
12
Areas of legal practice
24/7
Emergency helpline
100%
Regulated by the Law Society of Ireland

We provide exceptional legal services to individuals, families, and businesses across Drogheda and North Leinster — with plain advice, skilled representation, and your interests always at the centre of every decision.

Our core values

Leading Drogheda firms share a common foundation — integrity, personal service, and results. These principles guide every client relationship at Monahan Solicitors.

Integrity & trust

Like the longest-established firms in Drogheda, we build lasting relationships on honesty, reliability, and doing what we say we will — the foundation clients and colleagues rely on.

Plain English advice

Legal matters are stressful enough without jargon. We explain your options clearly, outline fees upfront, and keep you informed at every stage of your case.

Your interests first

Before court is ever considered, we explore mediation, negotiation, and every practical alternative to protect your time, money, and wellbeing.

Accessible when it matters

Legal emergencies do not keep office hours. Our 24/7 helpline and garda station attendance mean a qualified solicitor is reachable when you need one most.

Dermot Monahan, Principal Solicitor at Monahan & Company

Dermot Monahan

Dermot Monahan is the founder and principal solicitor of Monahan & Company. With decades of experience across criminal defence, family law, and personal injury, he leads the firm with a client-first approach grounded in the local community.

Dermot regularly represents clients before the District and Circuit Courts across Louth, Meath, and North Dublin. He is a qualified mediator and advocates for resolving disputes outside court wherever possible — while providing tenacious representation when litigation is required.

  • Principal solicitor, Monahan & Company
  • Qualified mediator — alternative dispute resolution
  • Experienced in criminal, family & personal injury law
  • Member of the Law Society of Ireland
Meet the full team

Three decades in Drogheda

  1. Foundation

    A client-first firm in Drogheda

    Monahan & Company Solicitors was established with a straightforward belief — that every client deserves clear, honest legal advice regardless of the complexity of their case.

  2. Growth

    Building a full-service practice

    The firm expanded across criminal defence, family law, personal injury, conveyancing, and commercial work — becoming a trusted choice for clients across Co. Louth and North Leinster.

  3. Today

    Modern legal practice, local roots

    Led by principal solicitor Dermot Monahan, we combine decades of courtroom experience with qualified mediation, transparent communication, and a commitment to modernising how legal services are delivered in Ireland.

The solicitors behind your case

Experienced professionals across criminal, family, personal injury, and commercial law — dedicated to clear advice and skilled representation.

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Dermot Monahan

Dermot Monahan

Principal Solicitor

Dermot founded Monahan & Company Solicitors with a belief that every client deserves clear, honest legal advice. With decades of experience across criminal defence, family law, and personal injury, he leads the firm with a client-first approach.

Sarah McGuire

Sarah McGuire

Solicitor

Sarah specialises in family law and conveyancing, guiding clients through sensitive personal matters and property transactions with clarity and care.

James O'Reilly

James O'Reilly

Solicitor

James handles criminal law and employment matters, with extensive experience attending Garda stations and representing clients before the courts.

Legal expertise across 12 areas

From personal injury and criminal defence to conveyancing and business law — comprehensive legal services under one roof in Drogheda.

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Getting started is straightforward

From your first call to final resolution, we handle everything and keep you informed at every step.

  1. Get in Touch

    Call our helpline or complete the enquiry form to reach our team.

  2. Initial Consultation

    We discuss your situation in confidence and explain your options. Fees are outlined clearly from the outset.

  3. We Take Action

    Our solicitors get to work on your behalf with skill and tenacity.

  4. Resolution

    We aim for the best possible outcome — inside or outside the courtroom.

Law practice in Ireland has not changed over the past 100 years. We think it’s time — and we are part of that change.

Dermot Monahan  — Principal Solicitor, Monahan & Company

Client feedback

What our clients say

★★★★★

“I was injured in an accident and left unable to work. I contacted Monahan Solicitors about my personal injury claim. They sorted all my legal action, got me a very good settlement, and I could not be happier with the result.”

C. Anniston

Dublin

Our Drogheda office

Monahan & Company Solicitors
44 John Street
Lagavooren, Drogheda
Co. Louth
A92 FH51
Entrance to Monahan Solicitors office on John Street, Drogheda

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