Welcome to Louise Howard Solicitors

OUR TEAM

LOUISE HOWARD

Louise Howard began her career in law in 2003 in a large Limerick City law firm focusing on the areas of *personal injury, medical negligence and commercial property transactions. Louise hails from County Clare and fell in love with Galway while studying for her degree in NUIG, once she completed her professional studies in the Law Society of Ireland in Dublin she quickly returned to Galway. Initially Louise worked in a medium sized Galway city practice for ten years before finally pursuing her dream of having her own firm. Louise Howard Solicitors was established in 2017. Louise is a plain talking professional with the aim to remove the mystery from the legal process to ensure that clients understand each step in their case. Louise is passionate about helping people and hence why she enjoys working on injury and negligence cases. Clients describe Louise as honest, sincere and down to earth.

MICHELLE HYNES – SOLICITOR

Michelle is a recently qualified Solicitor having previously worked in a medium sized law firm in Galway for 6 years as a legal executive then progressing on to an solicitors apprentice role. Michelle studied in NUIG for her degree and masters and despite growing up in Sligo she felt that Galway was “home” and pursued her legal career in Galway. Once qualified as a Solicitor Michelle believed it was time for a change of scenery and joined Louise Howard Solicitors. Michelle has extensive experience in all aspects of general legal practice and in particular property transactions both commercial and residential. Michelle will safely guide you through all of the steps involved in your transaction. Client’s describe Michelle as approachable, genuine and has a solution based approach to any legal problem.

NICOLA HEFFERNAN - SOLICITOR

Nicola is a Galway native and is a qualified Solicitor with a BA and LLB from University College Galway. Nicola worked in two law firms in Galway prior to joining Louise Howard Solicitors in 2025 where she developed expertise in Conveyancing and Probate. She advises Clients on all aspects of residential property transactions guiding them through the conveyancing process with efficiency and attention to detail. She also assists clients in Probate matters. Nicola is client focused and committed to delivering a professional and personal service

LEAH DALY – OFFICE MANAGER

Leah is originally from Galway and recently completed a master’s degree at the University of Galway. Leah has always wished to pursue a career in law and worked with another law firm in Galway to gain insight into the profession prior to joining the team at Louise Howard Solicitors. Leah is the first point of contact in the office and prioritises clear and open communication with clients. Clients describe Leah as courteous, friendly and efficient.

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