Atty. James Allan Higgins

Atty. James Allan Higgins

James Allan Higgins is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, civil trial. James received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Wausau Wausau 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About James Allan Higgins at a glance

James Allan Higgins is a Member based in Wausau, Wisconsin. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on litigation and insurance. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1982), California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circui (1983), and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin (1983). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison (J.D., 1982) and Dartmouth College (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of San Bernardino County Bar Association State Bar of California Association of Southern California Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Wausau, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Allan Higgins is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, civil trial
  • James received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices in Wausau, WI

Practice Areas Explained

James Allan Higgins's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Allan Higgins

Where is James Allan Higgins's law office located?
James Allan Higgins's law practice is located in Wausau, Wisconsin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Allan Higgins handle?
James Allan Higgins focuses on litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has James Allan Higgins practiced law?
James Allan Higgins has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James Allan Higgins go to law school?
James Allan Higgins earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact James Allan Higgins for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Allan Higgins received?
James Allan Higgins's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1982
B.A.
Dartmouth College
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1982
California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circui
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1983

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