Atty. Roger James Higgins

Atty. Roger James Higgins

Roger James Higgins is a lawyer practicing restructuring, insolvency, commercial litigation. Roger James received a M.S. degree from Naval Postgraduate School in 1984, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Chicago Chicago 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About Roger James Higgins at a glance

Roger James Higgins is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Baer Higgins Fruchtman LLC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1997), District of Columbia (1999), Illinois (1999), and Wisconsin U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. Tax Court U.S. District Court, Northern Distri (2004). Educated at University of San Diego School of Law (J.D., 1996) and Naval Postgraduate School (M.S. San, 1984). Active member of California State Bar District of Columbia Bar State Bar of Wisconsin American Bar Association American Bankruptcy Institute Turnaround Management Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Roger James Higgins is a lawyer practicing restructuring, insolvency, commercial litigation
  • Roger James received a M.S. degree from Naval Postgraduate School in 1984, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Roger James practices at Baer Higgins Fruchtman LLC in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Roger James Higgins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Roger James 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Roger James Higgins

Where is Roger James Higgins's law office located?
Roger James Higgins's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Baer Higgins Fruchtman LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Roger James Higgins handle?
Roger James Higgins focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Roger James Higgins practiced law?
Roger James Higgins has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Roger James Higgins go to law school?
Roger James Higgins earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (M.S. San, 1984).
How can I contact Roger James Higgins for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of San Diego School of Law
- 1996
M.S. San
Naval Postgraduate School
- 1984

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1997
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1999
Illinois
Admitted: 1999
Wisconsin U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. Tax Court U.S. District Court, Northern Distri
Admitted: 2004

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