Sean William Higgins

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Sean William Higgins

also known as Higgins Law Firm, LLC

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 32 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at White Plains, NY
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

445 Hamilton Ave Ste 1102, White Plains, NY

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About Sean

Biography

Practice Areas

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 32 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1994

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 32 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Higgins Law Firm, LLC

445 Hamilton Ave Ste 1102, White Plains, NY, 10601-1832

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Law Offices of Sean William Higgins

White Plains, NY

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Sean William Higgins's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by Stephan | December 10, 2025 | Employment & Labor

Great Experience—Very Informative ADA Guidance

I recently had a consultation with Sean W. Higgins, Esq. regarding an ADA accommodation issue and possible workplace retaliation, and I was very impressed. He was professional, knowledgeable, and helped me clearly understand my rights during the ADA interactive process. He explained how I should be t...reated compared to my coworkers and what might be considered discriminatory. While he couldn’t provide legal advice during the consult, he did help me understand whether I may have a claim and what signs to watch for moving forward. The conversation was incredibly helpful, and I left feeling more confident and informed. I didn’t retain him at this time, but I wouldn’t hesitate to reach out again if my situation changes—he clearly cares about his clients and knows this area of law very well.

Sean Higgins

Replied last December 10, 2025

Thank you very much for your kind words, Stephanie. It was my pleasure assisting you. Best regards, Sean.

Posted by Nicole | November 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Exellent support during early layoff period

I reached out to Sean Higgins when I was confused and overwhelmed having just been laid off by my employer. My head space wasn't clear to be able to consider my Separation Agreement level headed, and to be honest I felt it quite confronting to review and consider the contract objectively. I hired Sea...n to help me review, explain, understand my circumstances and consider my options to determine if there was any point to follow up on with my now ex-employer. Sean's communication was prompt and clear, he was available and empathetic to my situation. From my experience, I would hire Sean again and also recommend him to a friend. Thank you so much again, Sean. You're support and work helped reassure me and my family.

Posted by anonymous | February 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Outstanding Employment Lawyer

It is my pleasure to recommend Sean Higgins as an outstanding employer lawyer. I engaged Sean in after being let go from my position with an internationally recognized law firm. Due to some major events in my personal life, the timing of my termination could not have been worse. I was terrified th...at losing my job would cast a dark cloud over what was supposed to be one of the happiest periods of my life. From my initial consultation, Sean quickly restored my confidence and gave me hope for the future. Drawing upon his experience handling similar negotiations and his deep understanding of state and federal employment law, he carefully set my expectations by methodically laying out my legal options. Moreover, once engaged, Sean was extremely responsive and always displayed the highest levels of professionalism and candor. Ultimately, Sean negotiated an outcome that exceeded my expectations and gave me the peace of mind to focus on the things most important in my life. I strongly recommend his services.

Posted by Rajan Anir | December 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Awesome Attorney!!!

We are glad as a growing company, that we came to know Sean William Higgins who willingly accepted our case of Worker Compensation issue. He actively communicated via emails and phone calls guiding us at every stage for furnishing the required documents in support of the case. We were thrilled at the... outstanding success that he arrived at dealing with WC board. It is definitely great news for us that he was able to justify our disposition very clearly, precisely and accurately.

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Joseph Tremiti

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ellie Sanders

Litigation lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Sean without reservation. Beyond his hallmark diligence and attention to detail, Sean is also a pleasure to work with. Sean's steadfast approach was integral in achieving a favorable settlement in a federal employment discrimination case."

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Ishan Dave

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Sean Higgins on a complicated employment, business litigation and secret litigation matter. He is an exceptional attorney and I highly recommend him."

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Donald Watnick

Employment and labor lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent attorney. He is a very good advocate and has great judgment."

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Davin Cellura

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse Sean. He is an exceptional and highly skilled attorney who gets great results in representing clients. I have worked closely with Sean, and I have seen first-hand that he is dedicated to advancing his clients’ interests, advocates vigorously on their behalf, and works towards successful outcomes for them."

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Robert Popescu

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Sean Higgins on several matters over many years, initially as adversaries and later as co-counsel. Sean is a stellar lawyer and a highly experienced litigator. He is patient, judicious and among the most ethical attorneys I know. I endorse and recommend Sean wholeheartedly."

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Daniel Braverman

Litigation lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Sean and I have worked on various matters together over the years. He is an excellent and experienced litigator."

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Daniel Braverman

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

Client's Choice Award 2025, Avvo.com

Work Experience

2010 - 2025

Owner, Higgins Law Firm, LLC

2009 - 2010

Associate, Isaacs & Evans, LLP

2005 - 2009

Associate, Venturini & Associates

1997 - 2005

Associate, Jaffe & Asher, LLP

1992 - 1997

Attorney, Levy, Lybeck, Bertele & Beck, P.C.

1988 - 1992

Clerk, Anthony I. Giacobbe

Associations

2022 - Present

New York City Bar Association

Attorney Member

2015 - Present

Westchester County Bar Association

Attorney Member

New York City Bar Association

Qualified, Approved Legal Referral Panel Member - Employment Law

Westchester County Bar Association

Qualified, Approved Legal Referral Panel Member - Employment Law

Sample of Legal Cases

Sohnen v. Charter Communications, Inc., Docket No. 18-CV-6744 (E.D.N.Y., March 28, 2022)

Successfully represented Plaintiff on summary judgment motion seeking dismissal of disability and age discrimination lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York.

Dunn v. URS Corp., Docket No. 16-3678-cv (2d Cir., December 1, 2017)

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, after hearing oral argument, affirmed judgment of the U.S. District Court granting summary judgment dismissing all claims against our client in race discrimination case.

Dunn v. URS Corp., Docket No. 13-CV-6626 (S.D.N.Y., September 30, 2016)

U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York granted our motion in full for summary judgment dismissing all claims against our client in race discrimination case.

Dunn v. URS Corp., Docket No. 13-CV-6626 (S.D.N.Y., January 12, 2015)

U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York granted our motion to dismiss in race discrimination case.

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Education

1993

Brooklyn Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

Georgetown University

A.B.

Speaking Engagements

2024

Supreme Court - A Year in Review

Case review of New York Supreme Court for 2024

2024

Ethics and the reasonable legal fee

Ethics and fee structure in legal practice

Languages

English

Activity

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