Michael Higgins

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Deputy Manager of Road Traffic Accidents

Michael Higgins, a highly experienced legal professional, is part of our panel of legal experts. . Since February 2023, he has been the Deputy Manager of Road Traffic Accidents, bringing over 14 years of dedicated experience to representing victims of road traffic accidents and fiercely advocating for his clients.

Michael Higgins
Personal Injury / RTA Lawyer

 

Areas of Expertise

Michael specialises in complex and challenging road traffic accident cases, with a particular focus on:

  • Vulnerable Road Users: He is an expert in representing pedestrians and cyclists who have been injured.
  • Serious Injury Claims: Michael has a proven track record of handling cases involving significant injuries.
  • Credit Hire Law: He possesses in-depth knowledge of the intricacies of credit hire claims.
  • Complex Cases: Michael excels at navigating the most challenging legal scenarios, including liability disputes, fraud allegations, complex indemnity issues, and cases involving protected parties.

Michael’s Legal Career

Michael’s long career in personal injury law started in 2011 as a paralegal. His dedication and skill quickly led him to become the Head of the Road Traffic Accident department, a position he held from 2014 to 2019.

He then expanded his experience by working as a Senior Paralegal for an international firm from 2020 to 2021. Following this, Michael spent two years (2020 to 2023) representing road traffic accident victims for an Australian law firm, based out of Perth. This diverse experience has given him a broad perspective and refined his litigation skills.

With over 10 years of litigation experience, Michael has successfully settled claims exceeding six figures, consistently fighting to secure the best outcomes for his clients.


Why Michael Chose Law

Michael’s passion for law began during his A-level studies, where he found himself drawn to the theoretical aspects of the subject. Today, his role is incredibly rewarding as he helps individuals who have experienced life-altering accidents through no fault of their own. He is committed to robustly challenging unfair practices by defendants and ensuring his clients receive the justice and compensation they deserve.