Atty. Francis Eugene Hiigel

Atty. Francis Eugene Hiigel

Francis Eugene Hiigel is a lawyer practicing corporate / incorporation, construction / development, litigation. Francis received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado in 1967, and has been licensed for 46 years.

New York New York 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Francis Eugene Hiigel at a glance

Francis Eugene Hiigel is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on formation and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1980). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1979) and University of Colorado (B.A. University, 1967). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Francis Eugene Hiigel is a lawyer practicing corporate / incorporation, construction / development, litigation
  • Francis received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado in 1967, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Francis practices at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Francis Eugene Hiigel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Francis Eugene Hiigel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Francis Eugene Hiigel's law office located?
Francis Eugene Hiigel's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Francis Eugene Hiigel handle?
Francis Eugene Hiigel focuses on formation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Francis Eugene Hiigel practiced law?
Francis Eugene Hiigel has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Francis Eugene Hiigel go to law school?
Francis Eugene Hiigel earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A. University, 1967).
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Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1979
B.A. University
University of Colorado
- 1967

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1980

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