Atty. John Patrick Higgins

Atty. John Patrick Higgins

John Patrick Higgins is a lawyer practicing advertising, real estate, corporate and 1 other area of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Alpharetta Alpharetta 47 Years Experience 47 year

Profile Summary

About John Patrick Higgins at a glance

John Patrick Higgins is a Senior Counsel based in Alpharetta, Georgia, practicing at Scientific Games. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, m&a, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Florida (1979). Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 1979) and University of Notre Dame B.A. Business Administration University of Notre Dame B.A. summa cum laude (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Sports Lawyers Association American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Serves clients in Alpharetta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Patrick Higgins is a lawyer practicing advertising, real estate, corporate and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • John practices at Scientific Games in Alpharetta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

John Patrick Higgins's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

John Patrick Higgins is one of 45,724 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Georgia →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Patrick Higgins

Where is John Patrick Higgins's law office located?
John Patrick Higgins's law practice is located in Alpharetta, Georgia. The firm is Scientific Games. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Patrick Higgins handle?
John Patrick Higgins focuses on business, real estate, m&a, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has John Patrick Higgins practiced law?
John Patrick Higgins has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did John Patrick Higgins go to law school?
John Patrick Higgins earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (—).
How can I contact John Patrick Higgins for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Patrick Higgins received?
John Patrick Higgins's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University School of Law
- 1979
University of Notre Dame B.A. Business Administration University of Notre Dame B.A. summa cum laude
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1979

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