Atty. David D. Higgins
David D. Higgins is a lawyer practicing real estate litigation.
Real Estate Litigation Attorney · Serving Honolulu, HI · 49+ Years Experience
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About David D. Higgins at a Glance
David D. Higgins is an Of Counsel based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practicing at Alston Hunt Floyd And Ing Attorneys At Law A Law Corporation. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on real estate and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1977) and Hawaii Commonwealth of Massachusetts (inactive) (2003). Educated at Harvard College, Cambridge, MA (A.B., 1970) and Boston University School of Law, Boston, MA J.D. cum laude Boston University School of Law, Boston, MA J.D. 1976 Law Review (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of 1997-2001) •Marimed Foundation •Trustee and Co-Founder •Sea Education Association •Trustee (2003-2009) •Board of Overseers (2003-present) •US Olympians Association •Rowing (1968, Affiliations •Hawaii State Bar Association •Kaneohe Bay Regional Council •Chair. Serves clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David D. Higgins
- David D. Higgins is a lawyer practicing real estate litigation
- David received a A.B. degree from Harvard College, Cambridge, MA in 1970, and has been licensed for 49 years
- David practices at Alston Hunt Floyd & Ing in Honolulu, HI and 1 other location
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David D. Higgins's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David D. Higgins handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Honolulu.
Real Estate Law in Honolulu
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Estate & Trust Litigation in Honolulu
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Honolulu
Practicing law in Hawaii. Legal matters in Hawaii are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Honolulu are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Hawaii state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Hawaii 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 Hawaii courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Honolulu Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Honolulu-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 Honolulu Choose David D. 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 David D. Higgins's practice in the field of real estate and estate litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David D. 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.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Massachusetts and Hawaii Commonwealth of Massachusetts (inactive), David D. Higgins can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering real estate and estate litigation, David D. Higgins can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Honolulu
A Honolulu-based practice means David D. 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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Common Legal Issues David D. Higgins Handles in Honolulu
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