Atty. Sean W. Higgins
Sean W. Higgins has more than thirty years of experience solving employment and business disputes.
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About Sean W. Higgins at a glance
Sean W. Higgins is a Founding Member based in White Plains, New York, practicing at Higgins Law Firm LLC. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, family law, and employment. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1993) and New York United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit United States District Court for the (1994). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1993) and Georgetown University (A.B., 1990). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York City Bar Association Westchester County Bar Association. Serands clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Sean W. Higgins has more than thirty years of experience solving employment and business disputes
- He represents both employers and employees in the full range of employment law matters
- He has successfully represented businesses, ranging from Fortune 100 companies to sole proprietorships, and individuals in federal and state courts throughout the United States, before federal, New York State, and New York City administrative agencies, as well as in arbitration and mediation
- Mr. Higgins is also experienced in transactional and counseling matters, including negotiating, drafting, and reviewing contracts and corporate documents
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Sean W. Higgins is one of 6,921 wrongful termination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful termination attorneys in New York →
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Why local counsel matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in White Plains are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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