Atty. Daniel Ben Higgins

Atty. Daniel Ben Higgins

Daniel Ben Higgins is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, healthcare, biotechnology and 1 other area of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years.

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Antitrust & Trade Law & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 49+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Daniel Ben Higgins at a Glance

Daniel Ben Higgins is a Partner, Healthcare based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on formation and health care. Admitted to practice in California (1977). Educated at Santa Clara University School of Law (J.D., 1977) and Stanford University (B.A. Philosophy, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Membership Activities Admitted to practice in the state of California, Adjunct Professor, University of California Berkeley, School of Law, healthcare law and policy, and Former Chairman of the Board of Directors, Interplast, an international medical charity for children, board: 2000-present, chair: 2006-present. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Daniel Ben Higgins

  • Daniel Ben Higgins is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, healthcare, biotechnology and 1 other area of law
  • Daniel received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Daniel practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel Ben Higgins's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Ben Higgins handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.

Business Formation in San Francisco

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Health Care Law in San Francisco

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco

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 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.

San Francisco Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a San Francisco-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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Frequently Asked

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Where is Daniel Ben Higgins's law office located?
Daniel Ben Higgins's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel Ben Higgins handle?
Daniel Ben Higgins focuses on formation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Daniel Ben Higgins practiced law?
Daniel Ben Higgins has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Daniel Ben Higgins go to law school?
Daniel Ben Higgins earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A. Philosophy, 1973).
How can I contact Daniel Ben Higgins for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Daniel Ben Higgins received?
Daniel Ben Higgins's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in San Francisco Choose Daniel Ben 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 Daniel Ben Higgins's practice in the field of formation and health care.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Daniel Ben Higgins brings 49+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering formation and health care, Daniel Ben Higgins can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in San Francisco

A San Francisco-based practice means Daniel Ben Higgins attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

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Daniel Ben Higgins's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
Santa Clara University School of Law
- 1977
B.A. Philosophy
Stanford University
- 1973

Awards & Professional Honors

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

California
Admitted: 1977

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