This week, Ang welcomes Claire Higham, an experienced associate solicitor specializing in family law at Slater Heelis. With over 16 years in the field, Claire brings insight into navigating complex and emotional divorce cases, from high-value financial disputes to sensitive children’s matters, as well as IVF, surrogacy, and private adoptions. The conversation delves into Claire’s unconventional path to law, her people-focused approach, and practical advice for anyone considering or going through a separation.
(00:00) Introduction and Guest Introduction
(00:40) Claire's Background and Experience
(01:56) Journey into Family Law
(03:12) Challenges and Emotional Aspects of Family Law
(04:39) Importance of Early Legal Advice
(06:40) Misconceptions and Realities of Legal Proceedings
(09:27) Initial Consultation and Client Rapport
(17:32) Court Proceedings and Mediation
(19:32) The Impact of Parental Alienation
(20:28) Legal Aid and Abuse Allegations
(22:53) Navigating Legal Representation
(25:16) Modern Family Dynamics
(26:58) Personal IVF Journey
(32:55) Balancing Career and Family
(34:02) Advice for Divorce Journey
(35:50) Conclusion and Contact Information
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Early legal advice is vital—waiting until communication breaks down often makes the process harder and more stressful.
Every divorce case is unique; advice from friends or online sources can be misleading and unhelpful.
Involving a solicitor does not have to make things adversarial—good lawyers prioritize resolution and keeping matters out of court when possible.
BEST MOMENTS
“It’s one of the most traumatic periods in a person’s life... they say it’s like a bereavement , when you go through a separation.”
“Google is not your best friend. Lying in bed at three o’clock in the morning Googling divorces... is not the thing to do.”
“Every case is individual and all the facts are individual to you.”
GUEST LINKS
LinkedIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-higham-b74b4837/
https://www.slaterheelis.co.uk/
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