Caitlin Higgins

Caitlin Higgins

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 11 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Vienna, VA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury, General Practice

2740 Chain Bridge Road, Vienna, VA

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 11 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2014

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Location

Tate, Bywater, Fuller, Mickelsen & Tull, PLC

2740 Chain Bridge Road, Vienna, VA, 22181

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Caitlin Higgins's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kathy | February 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Custody/Guardianship

My husband and I hired Ms. Higgins to represent us in our grandchild's guardianship case. She helped make a complicated situation understandable to us. She also helped us calmly discuss the legal process as we negotiated with the other side. Our guardianship case was resolved amicably. I highly recom...mend Ms. Higgins as an attorney.

Posted by anonymous | September 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Post Nuptials Aggreement

Ms. Higgins and Ms. Evans handled my post nuptials agreement in a very professional manner. The agreement was fair and complete covering potential legal issues beyond my initial request. I highly recommend their services. The full agreement was completed, signed and the case closed in less than 4 we...eks!

Posted by Beth | August 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional service and expert guidance

Ms. Higgins and Ms. Evans were exceptionally helpful and patient through the entirety of my case. They kept me informed through the entire process and explained everything that would happen and what they needed from me to keep things moving towards resolution. I highly recommend their services.

Posted by anonymous | July 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional Attorney

Ms. Higgins handled my property settlement agreement, custody arrangements and quitclaim deed for my marital separation. She and her paralegal, Michelle Evans, were amazing. I cannot say enough in regards to their thoroughness and professionalism. They are incredibly prompt in their response to ph...one calls and emails and the turnaround time for producing legal documents is outstanding. Everything moved along very quickly and efficiently. This was a very difficult situation for me and I felt they provided just the right amount of empathy and encouragement I needed which helped me make the right decisions, not emotional decisions. I wholeheartedly recommend them for any family law needs.

Posted by Karen | November 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Divorce

I did research and ran across Livesay and Myers. I called for consultation and hired Caitlin to file my divorce. Her and her paralegal were great and walked me through every step. I was able to file a no fault and within 3 months it was done. I would recommend your office, Caitlin Higgins and her par...alegal Michele Evans. They were wonderful!

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Caitlin Higgins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nader Hasan

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Caitlin is an excellent trial attorney. Her preparation and attention to detail provide her clients with excellent results."

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Paul Mickelsen

General practice lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"Caitlin's fearlessness and diligence instills great confidence in her abilities. Her clear intelligence combined with her warmth as a person makes for a great combination. I highly endorse Caitlin."

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Caitlyn Stubbs

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"I highly recommend Caitlin for any matters regarding custody, divorce, separation, or child custody. She is a zealous advocate for her client's best interests and is held in high regard within the legal community."

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Jenna Marie Hayba

Unknown lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"Caitlin Higgins is a skilled and experienced family law attorney. She cares about her clients and strongly advocates for them."

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Danielle Snead

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Higgins is a strong advocate for her clients due to her commitment and dedication to the practice of law."

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Carolyn Eaton

Family lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"Caitlin Higgins is a highly skilled and dedicated family law attorney who works hard for her clients."

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Jonathan McHugh

Family lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ms. Higgins is a dedicated advocate for her clients. She is detail oriented and will do whatever it takes to represent her clients to the best of her abilities. I give her my highest endorsement."

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Amanda Stone Swart

Family lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ms. Higgins is an excellent advocate for her clients. She has the knowledge and skills to necessary to achieve the best results in any given situation."

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Sarah Collins

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I am happy to endorse Caitlin Higgins. She is a skilled and passionate advocate for her clients, and I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone seeking assistance in a family law matter."

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David Marquardt

Family lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I highly endorse Ms. Higgins as a compassionate and knowledgeable advocate for her divorce and custody clients."

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Karen Williams

Family lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ms. Higgins is an exceptional family law attorney. She is very knowledgeable and compassionate. She is the type of attorney you want on your side navigating you through your family law matters."

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Anneshia Miller Grant

Family lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ms. Higgins is enthusiastic and well versed in the area of family law. She is a zealous advocate for each of her clients. I highly recommend her."

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Laila Raheen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse Ms. Higgins. She is highly skilled, knowledgeable and works hard for her clients."

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Jennifer Varughese

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"I'm happy to endorse Ms. Higgins in the area of Family Law, particularly Divorce & Custody matters. She is a skilled advocate for her clients."

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Matthew Smith

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"I give Ms. Higgins my highest endorsement. She is confident, competent and experienced in the courtroom in all areas of family law."

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James Livesay

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Caitlin Higgins is a skilled and dedicated family law attorney. I highly recommend Caitlin to anyone facing a divorce or custody battle in Fairfax County or Northern Virginia."

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Kevin Myers

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"An outstanding family law attorney, Ms. Higgins receives my highest possible endorsement."

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Nader Hasan

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Matthew Smith

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Benjamin Griffitts

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Carolyn Eaton

Family lawyer

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Danielle Snead

Family lawyer

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Jonathan McHugh

Family lawyer

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Caitlyn Stubbs

Family lawyer

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Karen Williams

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Ariel Baniowski

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2019

2019 Washington DC Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2019

2019 Virginia Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2018

2018 Virginia Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2018

2018 Washington DC Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2017

10 Best Family Law Attorneys in Virginia for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

2016 Top Contributor Award, Avvo

2016

10 Best Family Law Attorneys in Virginia for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Associate Attorney, Tate, Bywater, Fuller, Mickelsen & Tull, PLC

2016 - 2017

Associate Attorney, Livesay & Myers, P.C.

2015 - 2016

Associate Attorney, JHS Family Law Group, P.L.C.

Associations

2016 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2016 - Present

Virginia Women Attorneys Association

Member

2015 - Present

Fairfax Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2014 - Present

Virginia State Bar, Family Law Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Fairfax Custody and Child Support Case

Visitation and Child Support Determination in Favor of Father

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Education

2012

Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law

J.D.

2007

University of California - Santa Barbara

B.A.

Publications

2018

Tate, Bywater, Fuller, Mickelsen & Tull, PLC Blog Obtaining Temporary Support in Virginia

2017

Tate, Bywater, Fuller, Mickelsen & Tull, PLC Blog Virginia Child Custody Options

Languages

English

Activity

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