Atty. William Allen Higgins

Atty. William Allen Higgins

William Allen Higgins is a lawyer practicing landlord and tenant law, family law, criminal law and 1 other area of law. William received a B.A. degree from California State University at Chico in 1988, and has been licensed for 28 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 28 yrs experience 28 year
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About William Allen Higgins at a glance

William Allen Higgins is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Law Offices of William A. Higgins. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in California (1998). Educated at New College of California School of Law (J.D., 1997) and California State University at Chico (B.A., 1988). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Allen Higgins is a lawyer practicing landlord and tenant law, family law, criminal law and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from California State University at Chico in 1988, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • William practices at Law Offices of William A. Higgins in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William Allen Higgins's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

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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 Francisco 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 William Allen Higgins

Where is William Allen Higgins's law office located?
William Allen Higgins's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Law Offices of William A. Higgins. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Allen Higgins handle?
William Allen Higgins focuses on criminal defense, family law, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William Allen Higgins practiced law?
William Allen Higgins has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did William Allen Higgins go to law school?
William Allen Higgins earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact William Allen Higgins for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New College of California School of Law
- 1997
B.A.
California State University at Chico
- 1988

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1998

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