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About Michael A. R. Higgins at a glance
Michael A. R. Higgins is a Partner based in Providence, Rhode Island. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1998), New York (1999), Rhode Island (1999), and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (2001). Educated at Quinnipiac University (J.D., 1998) and Salve Regina University (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Hon. Michael A. R. Higgins is a lawyer practicing litigation, civil litigation, family law and 3 other areas of law
- Michael A. received a B.A. degree from Salve Regina University in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years
- Michael A. practices in Providence, RI
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Michael A. R. Higgins's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael A. R. Higgins handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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.
Michael A. R. Higgins is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Rhode Island →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Michael A. R. Higgins is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Rhode Island →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Michael A. R. Higgins is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Rhode Island →
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Michael A. R. Higgins is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Rhode Island →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael A. R. Higgins is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Rhode Island →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Rhode Island
Practicing law in Rhode Island. Legal matters in Rhode Island are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Providence are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Rhode Island state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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