Atty. Barbara Joan Higgins

Atty. Barbara Joan Higgins

Barbara Joan Higgins is a lawyer practicing land use, professional development, legislative representation and 2 other areas of law. Barbara received a degree from University of Illinois in 1984, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Barbara Joan Higgins at a glance

Barbara Joan Higgins is a Member based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at The Law Office Of Barbara J Higgins. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on zoning, environmental, and government. Admitted to practice in California (1997), U.S. District Court, Central, Northern, Eastern and Southern Districts of California (1997), and Tennessee (2011). Educated at University of California, Los Angeles (J.D., 1997) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1984). Active member of Los Angeles County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Barbara Joan Higgins is a lawyer practicing land use, professional development, legislative representation and 2 other areas of law
  • Barbara received a degree from University of Illinois in 1984, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Barbara practices at The Law Office of Barbara J. Higgins in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara Joan Higgins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barbara Joan Higgins handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Land Use & Zoning

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 Los Angeles 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Barbara Joan Higgins

Where is Barbara Joan Higgins's law office located?
Barbara Joan Higgins's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is The Law Office Of Barbara J Higgins. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara Joan Higgins handle?
Barbara Joan Higgins focuses on zoning, environmental, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Barbara Joan Higgins practiced law?
Barbara Joan Higgins has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Barbara Joan Higgins go to law school?
Barbara Joan Higgins earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Barbara Joan Higgins for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California, Los Angeles
- 1997
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1984

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Central, Northern, Eastern and Southern Districts of California
Admitted: 1997
Tennessee
Admitted: 2011

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