Atty. Scott Francis Higgins

Atty. Scott Francis Higgins

Scott Francis Higgins is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, business, contracts & agreements and 3 other areas of law. Scott received a B.B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott Francis Higgins at a glance

Scott Francis Higgins is an Attorney based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, business, workers comp, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (2000) and Texas (2012). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 2000) and University of Mississippi (B.B.A., 1997). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Lafayette Parish and Louisiana State Bar Associations Lafayette Parish Young Lawyers Association Louisiana Young Lawyers Association. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott Francis Higgins is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, business, contracts & agreements and 3 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Scott practices at Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers in New Orleans, LA and 6 others locations

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Francis Higgins's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

Scott Francis Higgins is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Louisiana →

Personal Injury

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.

Scott Francis Higgins is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Scott Francis Higgins is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Louisiana →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Scott Francis Higgins is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Louisiana →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Scott Francis Higgins is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Louisiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott Francis Higgins

Where is Scott Francis Higgins's law office located?
Scott Francis Higgins's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Francis Higgins handle?
Scott Francis Higgins focuses on contracts, personal injury, business, workers comp, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Scott Francis Higgins practiced law?
Scott Francis Higgins has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Scott Francis Higgins go to law school?
Scott Francis Higgins earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.B.A., 1997).
How can I contact Scott Francis Higgins for a consultation?
You can contact Scott Francis 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 Scott Francis Higgins received?
Scott Francis Higgins's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 2000
B.B.A.
University of Mississippi
- 1997

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 2000
Texas
Admitted: 2012

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