Atty. Thomas Michael Higgins
Thomas Michael Higgins is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, commercial, workers compensation and 1 other area of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Hobart College in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years.
Commercial & More Attorney · Serving Burlington, VT · 38+ Years Experience
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About Thomas Michael Higgins at a Glance
Thomas Michael Higgins is a Member based in Burlington, Vermont, practicing at Pierson Wadhams Quinn Yates & Coffrin, LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on business, workers comp, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1988), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1988), Vermont (1991), and U.S. District Court, District of Vermont (1992). Educated at University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 1988) and Hobart College (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Chittenden County, Vermont and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Burlington, VT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas Michael Higgins
- Thomas Michael Higgins is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, commercial, workers compensation and 1 other area of law
- Thomas received a B.A. degree from Hobart College in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
- Thomas practices at Pierson Wadhams Quinn Yates & Coffrin, LLP in Burlington, VT
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Thomas Michael Higgins's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Michael Higgins handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Burlington.
Business & Corporate Law in Burlington
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Thomas Michael Higgins is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Vermont →
Workers Compensation in Burlington
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Thomas Michael Higgins is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Vermont →
Insurance Law in Burlington
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Thomas Michael Higgins is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Vermont →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Burlington
Practicing law in Vermont. Legal matters in Vermont are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Burlington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Vermont state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Vermont brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Vermont courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Burlington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Burlington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Burlington Choose Thomas Michael Higgins
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Thomas Michael Higgins's practice in the field of business, workers comp, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas Michael Higgins brings 38+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Jersey, U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey, and Vermont, Thomas Michael Higgins can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, workers comp, and insurance, Thomas Michael Higgins can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Burlington
A Burlington-based practice means Thomas Michael Higgins attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Thomas Michael Higgins Handles in Burlington
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