Atty. Spencer Thomas Higgins

Atty. Spencer Thomas Higgins

Spencer Thomas Higgins is a lawyer practicing international tax, income tax, international estate planning and 5 other areas of law. Spencer received a B.A. degree from University of California in 2008, and has been licensed for 12 years.

San Diego San Diego 12 yrs experience 12 year
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Profile Summary

About Spencer Thomas Higgins at a glance

Spencer Thomas Higgins is an Associate based in San Diego, California, practicing at Teeple Hall Llp. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, ip, tax, and m&a. Admitted to practice in California (2014). Educated at University of San Diego School of Law (LL.M. Taxation, 2014) and University of California (B.A. Political, 2008). Active member of California Bar Association. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Spencer Thomas Higgins is a lawyer practicing international tax, income tax, international estate planning and 5 other areas of law
  • Spencer received a B.A. degree from University of California in 2008, and has been licensed for 12 years
  • Spencer practices at Teeple Hall, LLP in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Spencer Thomas Higgins's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Spencer Thomas Higgins

Where is Spencer Thomas Higgins's law office located?
Spencer Thomas Higgins's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Teeple Hall Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Spencer Thomas Higgins handle?
Spencer Thomas Higgins focuses on estate planning, business, ip, tax, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Spencer Thomas Higgins practiced law?
Spencer Thomas Higgins has 12+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2014.
Where did Spencer Thomas Higgins go to law school?
Spencer Thomas Higgins earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 2014); (B.A. Political, 2008).
How can I contact Spencer Thomas Higgins for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. Taxation
University of San Diego School of Law
- 2014
B.A. Political
University of California
- 2008

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2014

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