Time and again, statistics have shown that the period immediately after Christmas shows a spike in the number of people enquiring about how to apply for divorce. Anecdotal evidence from law firms has been backed up by research which has shown that the number of enquiries in January rises by as much as 27%, and […]
Our expertise in dealing with matters of family law, such as handling adoption orders, wills, probate and domestic violence, means that we’re perfectly placed to offer help and advice when things go wrong. That’s particularly the case when a marriage breaks down and the question of a divorce financial settlement has to be dealt with. […]
As experienced family lawyers, we’re used to clients asking us how long does divorce take, and the simple answer to that question is – it depends. We’re experts in family law, in fields such as children disputes, financial settlement and prenuptial and cohabitation agreements. Any or all of these might have some bearing when the […]
When a marriage breaks down the ramifications take many different forms. Depending on the specific circumstances, and whether there’s any possibility of an ongoing amicable relationship, the emotional impact is likely to be matched by the practical implications and also the financial fallout. As specialists in family law, the team at Higgins Miller has wide […]
A Court of Appeal ruling today means that couples who have experienced a short marriage are no longer entitled to an equal Division of assets in divorce. Energy trader Julie Sharp has won an appeal to reduce the payout that her ex-husband receives, her successful argument being that a short marriage should not equal half of […]
The power of attorney is a phrase which describes a legal mechanism whereby a person nominates another person to handle their affairs in the event that they are no longer able to do so. There are numerous reasons why you may find yourself in this position. It could be caused by an accident, disability or […]
For any couple separating after a period spent together, there are bound to be a large number of complex issues which need to be settled. For many couples, these will centre upon financial matters, such as the division of assets including income, pensions and the family home. In other cases the separation might lead to […]
The end of any relationship is a difficult and emotional time for all the parties involved, even in the relatively straightforward circumstances of an undefended divorce. The stress and turmoil inherent in splitting up is often compounded by the practical issues involved, particularly if there are children to consider, or the relationship has lasted several […]
Today the Prime Minister has sent the letter formally triggering Article 50 which will begin the process of leaving the EU. It is expected to be a long and complicated process with many different issues which will require detailed and extensive negotiation. It has been referred to in the media as like a divorce process, […]
If you’re one half of a couple which has just separated, or is in the process of doing so, the chances are that you’ll have a range of financial matters which need to be settled. The longer you’ve been together, the more complex these issues are likely to be, and this is particularly the case […]