Atty. John Lawrence Higgins III

Atty. John Lawrence Higgins III

John Lawrence Higgins III is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution. John received a B.A. degree from Spring Hill College in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Hackensack Hackensack 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About John Lawrence Higgins III at a glance

John Lawrence Higgins III is a Co. Pros. Off. based in Hackensack, New Jersey. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Florida (1987) and New Jersey (1987). Educated at Stetson Law School (J.D., 1986) and Spring Hill College (B.A., 1983). Serands clients in Hackensack, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Lawrence Higgins III is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution
  • John received a B.A. degree from Spring Hill College in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • John practices in Hackensack, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

John Lawrence Higgins III's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

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

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Where is John Lawrence Higgins III's law office located?
John Lawrence Higgins III's law practice is located in Hackensack, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Lawrence Higgins III handle?
John Lawrence Higgins III focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has John Lawrence Higgins III practiced law?
John Lawrence Higgins III has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did John Lawrence Higgins III go to law school?
John Lawrence Higgins III earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Stetson Law School
- 1986
B.A.
Spring Hill College
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1987
New Jersey
Admitted: 1987

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