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Posted by Jeff | January 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Phenomenal Defense Attorney

Attorney Higgins WAS NOT recommended to me but I wish that he was! I was very fortunate and very lucky to find Joe. I have 2 prior OUI's that I was guilty of and pleaded down to a CWOF. I was pulled over on Route 3 for excessive speed when passing a State Trooper. The trooper approached and asked... me for my license and registration. I delivered and he took it back to his vehicle. After a few minutes(and I assure you he was looking into my past infractions) he returned to the vehicle and based entirely on my previous record he asked me to exit my vehicle on the premise that he smelled alcohol(he didn't because this time I was not guilty) the officer asked me to perform a field sobriety test. He gave me 2 tests and then went back to his vehicle to get a breathalyzer(which I refused). Attorney Higgins quickly reviewed the records of the interaction and assured me that he felt there was no cause and that he could successfully defend me. I had very little interaction with Joe as we went through the process(I prefer this as I have to use my focus for my job)...I understand that some people don't like this but I hired an attorney to handle the situation FOR me not WITH me. Attorney Higgins did EXACTLY that for me. He never bothered me with things I wouldn't understand but was always available to answer my questions when I had them. He took complete control of the situation and afforded me the comfort of being able to relax knowing that I was not guilty and that someone was fighting on my side FOR me. I was looking at a 3rd OUI conviction and facing a massive penalty including jail time and loss of license for the foreseeable future for something I didn't actually do. Attorney Higgins delivered on every promise he made to me while making me aware of the ramifications. I would 100% recommend him for anyone facing an OUI charge.

Posted by KAREN | December 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney

DUI Client

Joseph Higgins is an expert at what he does. He saved my life. I was charged with possible 4th DUI out of state. I was looking at a minimum of 1 year in prison. I spoke with many lawyers, actually started out with a different lawyer. After coming across Joseph, seeing that he used to be a prosecutor ...and made me feel sense of peace immediately after speaking to him I knew I needed to hire him. He really knows his stuff! On the day of trial, his cross-examination of the two officers was great that my witnesses nor myself even needed to testify. Throughout the entire time leading up to the trial, Joseph would respond promptly to any text or questions I had. He truly is a God-sent. Thank you Joseph Higgin for saving my life! I HIGHLY recommend him 100%

Posted by Isaac | October 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney

100% recommend

In December of 2018 I was pulled over and charged with my first DUI. The night I was arrested and charged I felt unsure about my chances of getting out of this. I was advised by other attorneys that I had no chance of winning this case because of the evidence provided by the police officer, so I felt... completely defeated and hopeless at this point. I did some more research and found Attorney Joe Higgins. After initially reaching out to him on his website for possible consultation, Joe called me within a few minutes. As I explained my case to Attorney Higgins, he was up font about the possibilities, but gave me clarity and relief about my case. From the beginning of this process until the day I was found not guilty, he was always available and receptive to all questions I had. It was worth every penny! I would highly recommended Joe Higgins as a DUI attorney.

Posted by Nathan | October 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Above an beyond

Joe is a great attorney no doubt. He is super knowledgeable and SERIOUSLY knows what he is doing when it comes to an OUI case. He is very good at explaining the process as well as keeping you up to date. I would recommend him to anyone in this situation! Thanks again Joe!

Posted by Steve | October 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney

recent court appearsnce

I recently had an unfortunate experience that required my seeking out an attorney. I was not acquainted with 1, and had the incredible luck of locating Joe Higgins. I contacted him, and he took over from there. He was very reassuring throughout the pre-court process, extremely cordial and professiona...l, and reachable. However, that was nothing compared to his representation for me at the court. He was tremendous. Following the police officer's statements, Joe was articulate, knowledgeable, yet forceful in my defense. The court agreed with his statements, and found in my favor. I thank my lucky stars I found Joe to represent me!

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