Atty. James E. Higgins

Atty. James E. Higgins

James E. Higgins is a lawyer practicing corporate litigation, commercial litigation, tax litigation and 6 other areas of law.

Manchester Manchester 60 Years Experience 60 year

Profile Summary

About James E. Higgins at a glance

James E. Higgins is a Member based in Manchester, New Hampshire, practicing at James E. Higgins PLLC. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, tax litigation, and zoning. Admitted to practice in New Hampshire (1966), U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire (1969), and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1972). Educated at Boston University (LL.M. Yale, 1972) and Dartmouth College (A.B., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Hampshire (Member, Business Litigation Section) Bar Association. Serves clients in Manchester, NH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James E. Higgins is a lawyer practicing corporate litigation, commercial litigation, tax litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • James E. received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • James E. practices at James E. Higgins PLLC in Manchester, NH

Practice Areas Explained

James E. Higgins's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James E. Higgins is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New Hampshire →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James E. Higgins is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Hampshire →

Tax Litigation

James E. Higgins is one of 2,904 tax litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax litigation attorneys in New Hampshire →

Land Use & Zoning

James E. Higgins is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in New Hampshire →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Hampshire

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James E. Higgins

Where is James E. Higgins's law office located?
James E. Higgins's law practice is located in Manchester, New Hampshire. The firm is James E. Higgins PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E. Higgins handle?
James E. Higgins focuses on personal injury, employment, business, tax litigation, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Hampshire.
How long has James E. Higgins practiced law?
James E. Higgins has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did James E. Higgins go to law school?
James E. Higgins earned their education at (LL.M. Yale, 1972); (A.B., 1963).
How can I contact James E. Higgins for a consultation?
You can contact James E. Higgins 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 James E. Higgins received?
James E. Higgins's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Yale
Boston University
- 1972
A.B.
Dartmouth College
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Hampshire
Admitted: 1966
U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1972

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