Atty. Bruce J. Highman

Atty. Bruce J. Highman

Bruce J. Highman practices at The Highman Law Firm Read Full Bio

San Francisco San Francisco 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About Bruce J. Highman at a glance

Bruce J. Highman is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at The Highman Law Firm. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, contracts, sexual harassment, and family law. Admitted to practice in California (1981), Alaska (1982), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1983), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1987). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1981) and University of California at Berkeley (A.B., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of California Lawyers Association (Member, Labor and Employment Law Section) California Employment Lawyers Association National Employment Lawyers Association. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Bruce J. Highman practices at The Highman Law Firm Read Full Bio

Practice Areas Explained

Bruce J. Highman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bruce J. Highman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Termination

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Workplace Discrimination

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Contracts

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Sexual Harassment

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Family Law

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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 San Francisco 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 Bruce J. Highman

Where is Bruce J. Highman's law office located?
Bruce J. Highman's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is The Highman Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bruce J. Highman handle?
Bruce J. Highman focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, contracts, sexual harassment, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Bruce J. Highman practiced law?
Bruce J. Highman has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Bruce J. Highman go to law school?
Bruce J. Highman earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (A.B., 1977).
How can I contact Bruce J. Highman for a consultation?
You can contact Bruce J. Highman directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Bruce J. Highman received?
Bruce J. Highman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1981
A.B.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981
Alaska
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1991

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