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Modern family life can be complex and demanding and unfortunately this can take its toll on relationships causing a breakdown. 

Sadly this often requires assistance from many different professionals in order to shape and order life post-breakup. The family law team at Poe Kiely Hogan Lanigan is a well respected and experienced team who always approach these complex issues in a discrete and sensitive manner.

We can provide you with the right advice at the right time to assist you in making an informed decision in the best interests of you and your family.

Please read below to see how we can help you during this difficult time and if you would like to get in touch, please contact the team for a confidential conversation here.

Mediation

Mediation is a process designed to help you find a resolution as an alternative to issuing proceedings. This can be an empowering process allowing you and your partner to take control and agree how your breakup will take place.

Pre-Nuptial Agreements

Pre-Nuptial agreements are used by some couples to agree, prior to their marriage, what will happen should they break up in the future. They can also be a great assistance to the Court when analysing what constitutes proper provision for the family.

Separation Agreements, Judicial Separation & Divorce

Marriage breakups come in many forms and it is important to remember that no one-size-fits-all applies. Separation agreements, judicial separations and divorces are the main solutions to explore, however, it is extremely important that you obtain proper legal advice to assist you in understanding all the options open to you.

Cohabitation

Many modern couples now live together and decide not to get married for a variety of reasons. Historically, there was little protection for these couples upon the breakdown of the relationship. This is no longer the case and there are now much wider reliefs open where the relationship ends. If this happens to you, it is essential that you obtain legal advice to ensure your rights are protected.

Guardianship, Access and Maintenance

When a relationship ends and especially when children are involved, tensions can rise and relations can become extremely difficult. It is important that the rights of children to spend quality time with their parents are protected. This often involves difficult decisions, however, our team can assist you when making these decisions and help to bring closure to what are often complex cases.

Domestic Violence

Sadly, domestic violence continues to be prevalent in many relationships. Whatever the structure or type of relationship, it is important to remember that any violence is never acceptable.

If you are the victim of domestic violence please contact SAFE Ireland, Womens Aid or Mens Aid for assistance and to understand the legal options available to you, please get in touch with our dedicated team.

If you feel either you or your children are in danger please contact the Gardaí immediately.

Why Us?

Experienced - an experienced team who are well positioned to provide you with the right advice at the right time.

Guidance - the right guidance to help you through the process and ensure the best possible outcomes for you and your family.

Empathetic - an empathetic approach and not just legal advice for the sake of it. Our team has been involved in many different types of breakup and will provide you with the most relevant information so that you can make informed decisions for your future life.

Accessible - we are accessible and flexible and can arrange for in person or virtual Zoom calls at a time that suits you.
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Poe Kiely Hogan Lanigan has worked with us on a number of different matters, particularly commercial contracts and property matters. They tend to have specialists in each area which means we get the benefit of a very high level of expertise. We find them very responsive to our requirements, they quickly understand what has to be done and deliver the outcomes we need without delay. We value their assistance highly, and I would not hesitate to give them my recommendation.
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We can’t thank Annette enough for all her hard work and assistance. From the very start Annette made us feel comfortable on our surrogacy journey.Highly recommend Annette and team to couples starting their journey.
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I hired Aileen Gittens at PKHL for help with my complex naturalisation case. She is vastly knowledgeable about all matters immigration and was supportive throughout the whole process. Thanks to Aileen I now have my Certificate. I would recommend her counsel to anyone across Ireland. Thank you!
Immigration client - April 2024
I hired Aileen Gittens at PKHL for help with my complex naturalisation case. She is vastly knowledgeable about all matters immigration and was supportive throughout the whole process. Thanks to Aileen I now have my Certificate. I would recommend her counsel to anyone across Ireland. Thank you!
Recent Immigration Client
I just wanted to say how happy we were with the service Keith provided when we were changing our mortgage earlier this year. Keith’s efforts were of the highest standard. He was extremely fast, helpful and professional in his approach. Things were getting tight because of interest rate deadlines and Keith really helped to get it over the line. This will save us a lot of money over the course of the 7 year fixed term. I would highly recommend PKHL to anyone considering moving house or remortgaging their home.
R.L. - Waterford
Martin J Crotty, Solicitor of Poe Kiely Hogan Lanigan Solicitors has acted for me and my parents for well over 30 years and we have found Martin to be very courteous, professional and precise with all legal work he has done for us. We would highly recommend Martin to anyone who is looking for their legal affairs to be attended to in a timely and accurate manner
Frank Keoghan, Co. Kilkenny
I just wanted to drop you a note to let you know how incredibly helpful and professional we found Katya to deal with during our recent house purchase. Katya was extremely patient with all of our questions and calmly and efficiently helped us through the whole process. Of all of the solicitors we've dealt with she really was the most pleasant, helpful and effective one we have worked with.
Siobhan & Gerry
Poe Kiely Hogan Lanigan has worked with us on a number of different matters, particularly commercial contracts and property matters. They tend to have specialists in each area which means we get the benefit of a very high level of expertise. We find them very responsive to our requirements, they quickly understand what has to be done and deliver the outcomes we need without delay. We value their assistance highly, and I would not hesitate to give them my recommendation.
David Ruane — Managing Director, Pulse Fashion Accessories, Newcastle, Co Dublin
We can’t thank Annette enough for all her hard work and assistance. From the very start Annette made us feel comfortable on our surrogacy journey.Highly recommend Annette and team to couples starting their journey.
Stephen and Theresa, Recent Surrogacy Clients
I hired Aileen Gittens at PKHL for help with my complex naturalisation case. She is vastly knowledgeable about all matters immigration and was supportive throughout the whole process. Thanks to Aileen I now have my Certificate. I would recommend her counsel to anyone across Ireland. Thank you!
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