Atty. Tara Maureen Higgins

Atty. Tara Maureen Higgins

Tara Maureen Higgins is a lawyer practicing arbitration, litigation, personal injury. Tara received a B.A. degree from Villanova University in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Riverhead Riverhead 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Tara Maureen Higgins at a glance

Tara Maureen Higgins is a Senior Counsel based in Riverhead, New York. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on personal injury, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1990) and New York (1991). Educated at Seton Hall University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Villanova University (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Suffolk County Association and Suffolk County Womens Bar Association Nassau-Suffolk Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Riverhead, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Tara Maureen Higgins is a lawyer practicing arbitration, litigation, personal injury
  • Tara received a B.A. degree from Villanova University in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Tara practices in Riverhead, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Tara Maureen Higgins's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Tara Maureen Higgins is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in New York →

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 Riverhead 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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Where is Tara Maureen Higgins's law office located?
Tara Maureen Higgins's law practice is located in Riverhead, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Tara Maureen Higgins handle?
Tara Maureen Higgins focuses on personal injury, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Tara Maureen Higgins practiced law?
Tara Maureen Higgins has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Tara Maureen Higgins go to law school?
Tara Maureen Higgins earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Tara Maureen Higgins for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Tara Maureen Higgins received?
Tara Maureen Higgins's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University School of Law
- 1990
B.A.
Villanova University
- 1987

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1990
New York
Admitted: 1991

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