Atty. William Patrick Higgins, Jr.
William Patrick Higgins, Jr. is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & restructuring. William received a B.A. degree from Rutgers College in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.
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William Patrick Higgins, Jr. is a Special Counsel based in Newark, New Jersey, practicing at McCarter & English, LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1990) and Florida (1990). Educated at Rutgers University School of Law - Camden (J.D., 1990) and Rutgers College (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- William Patrick Higgins, Jr. is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & restructuring
- William received a B.A. degree from Rutgers College in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
- William practices at McCarter & English, LLP in Newark, NJ
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Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Newark are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey 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 Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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