When it comes to parental rights and ensuring the absolute best for your children, you need to be certain about who you are putting your faith into. This is why at Higgins Miller, we proudly hold the title of expert child law solicitors Our expertise ranges from complex family separations, residency and custody issues and […]

As much as our team wish there wasn’t a need for an article to be written and dedicated to domestic abuse, we know all too well that the reality is it’s very much needed. Domestic abuse can feel a heavy label to give to a situation, so we’re here to walk you through its very […]

“Parental alienation” can mean many things; however, the most recognised definition comes from Cafcass which defines it as the following: “when a child’s resistance or hostility towards one parent is not justified and is the result of psychological manipulation by the other parent”. Parental alienation can either be intentional or unintentional. Intentional alienation is where […]

As documented in our previous article ‘What is the first step of getting divorced?‘ divorce is the most commonly seen legal matter that we encounter and work through with our clients. Every team member within Higgins Miller, specialises in the area of divorce, as we have developed many years of experience, knowledge and utmost care […]

Family law has always been thought of as secretive, like ‘justice behind closed doors.’ But if you’re curious about what really goes on in family law, The Transparency Project is changing that. It’s a groundbreaking initiative that aims to make things clearer and fairer for everyone involved. So, what’s The Transparency Project all about? Its […]

Here at Higgins Miller, our wealth of experience in handling divorces has seen us oversee all aspects of the process; from the initial meeting and completing online paperwork, through to children contact and securing finances. We feel our clients need our support every step of the way, even for long durations after the settlement is […]

Forced marriage is a distressing and unacceptable practice that violates fundamental human rights. It increases likelihood of domestic violence and sexual abuse as they may not wish to consent or may not be the legal age to consent to a sexual relationship. Marriage should always be a choice and people should be able to say […]

Here at Higgins Miller, we empathise wholeheartedly with all family disputes, and want to assist you in the unfortunate event of conflict arising. Our priority will always be your peace of mind and helping you to find a safe, legal way through domestic issues in a calm, supportive, honest manner. When most people think of […]