Atty. Thomas Michael Higgins

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.

Burlington Burlington 38 yrs experience 38 year
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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. Serands clients in Burlington, VT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • 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

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Michael Higgins's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Workers Compensation

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 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Vermont →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Thomas Michael Higgins is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Vermont →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Vermont

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Michael Higgins

Where is Thomas Michael Higgins's law office located?
Thomas Michael Higgins's law practice is located in Burlington, Vermont. The firm is Pierson Wadhams Quinn Yates & Coffrin, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Michael Higgins handle?
Thomas Michael Higgins focuses on business, workers comp, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Vermont.
How long has Thomas Michael Higgins practiced law?
Thomas Michael Higgins has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Thomas Michael Higgins go to law school?
Thomas Michael Higgins earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Thomas Michael Higgins for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Michael 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 Thomas Michael Higgins received?
Thomas Michael Higgins's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
- 1988
B.A.
Hobart College
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1988
Vermont
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, District of Vermont
Admitted: 1992

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