Atty. John R. Higgins

Atty. John R. Higgins

John R. Higgins is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy: debtor, bankruptcy: creditor, business and 14 other areas of law.

Grand Island Grand Island 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About John R. Higgins at a glance

John R. Higgins is a Member based in Grand Island, Nebraska, practicing at Huston & Higgins. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1978) and U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska and U.S. Tax Court (1978). Educated at University of Nebraska at Lincoln College of Law (J.D., 1978) and University of Nebraska at Lincoln (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Grand Island, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John R. Higgins is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy: debtor, bankruptcy: creditor, business and 14 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Nebraska at Lincoln in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • John practices at Huston & Higgins in Grand Island, NE

Practice Areas Explained

John R. Higgins's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Nebraska

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John R. Higgins

Where is John R. Higgins's law office located?
John R. Higgins's law practice is located in Grand Island, Nebraska. The firm is Huston & Higgins. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John R. Higgins handle?
John R. Higgins focuses on trusts, probate, criminal defense, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nebraska.
How long has John R. Higgins practiced law?
John R. Higgins has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did John R. Higgins go to law school?
John R. Higgins earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact John R. Higgins for a consultation?
You can contact John R. 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 John R. Higgins received?
John R. Higgins's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Nebraska at Lincoln College of Law
- 1978
B.A.
University of Nebraska at Lincoln
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1978

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