Atty. Barbara Higgins
Ms. Higgins has substantial experience in both private practice and in an in-house, corporate context.
Commercial Real Estate Contracts & More Attorney · Serving Woodland Hills, CA · 42+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Barbara Higgins at a Glance
Barbara Higgins is an Associate Attorney based in Woodland Hills, California, practicing at Loewenthal Hillshafer And Carter Llp. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on real estate, commercial re, construction, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1984) and U.S. District Court, Central and Southern Districts of California (1984). Educated at Southwestern University (J.D., 1984) and University of Massachusetts B.S. (—). Active member of LACBA, State Bar of California. Serves clients in Woodland Hills, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Barbara Higgins
- Ms. Higgins has substantial experience in both private practice and in an in-house, corporate context
- She has litigated a wide variety of cases with an emphasis on real estate and construction matters and employment/discrimination claims
- She has served as VP/Senior Counsel for a well known, global commercial real estate firm where she handled her own caseload of real estate litigation & transactional matters
- In this position, she also dealt with employment issues, advised employees and management, conducted risk management sessions and monitored outside counsel retained by the company
- She has also worked on residential real estate matters in a private law firm setting
Practice Areas Explained
Barbara Higgins's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barbara Higgins handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Woodland Hills.
Real Estate Law in Woodland Hills
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Commercial Real Estate in Woodland Hills
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Construction Law in Woodland Hills
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Estate & Trust Litigation in Woodland Hills
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Woodland Hills
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Woodland Hills are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Woodland Hills Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Woodland Hills-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Woodland Hills Choose Barbara Higgins
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Barbara Higgins's practice in the field of real estate, commercial re, construction, and estate litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Barbara Higgins brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California and U.S. District Court, Central and Southern Districts of California, Barbara Higgins can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering real estate, commercial re, and construction, Barbara Higgins can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Woodland Hills
A Woodland Hills-based practice means Barbara Higgins attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Barbara Higgins Handles in Woodland Hills
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Barbara Higgins has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Barbara Higgins directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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