Atty. Sean W. Higgins

Atty. Sean W. Higgins

Sean W. Higgins has more than thirty years of experience solving employment and business disputes.

White Plains White Plains 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

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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About

  • 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

Practice Areas Explained

Sean W. Higgins's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Termination

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Workplace Discrimination

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Sexual Harassment

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Family Law

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Jurisdictional Context

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Sean W. Higgins

Where is Sean W. Higgins's law office located?
Sean W. Higgins's law practice is located in White Plains, New York. The firm is Higgins Law Firm LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sean W. Higgins handle?
Sean W. Higgins focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, family law, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Sean W. Higgins practiced law?
Sean W. Higgins has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Sean W. Higgins go to law school?
Sean W. Higgins earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (A.B., 1990).
How can I contact Sean W. Higgins for a consultation?
You can contact Sean W. 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 Sean W. Higgins received?
Sean W. Higgins's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1993
A.B.
Georgetown University
- 1990

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1993
New York United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit United States District Court for the
Admitted: 1994

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