$ 240-240 per hour
James C. Higgs
About James
Biography
I was born in Mason, Michigan, but grew up on the mission field in Puerto Rico. I grew up with a sense that showing compassion and serving others was the greatest goal in life. When I finished my undergraduate degree from Great Lakes Christian College in Ministry, I felt called to do something greater. I attended Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan where I graduated 2nd in my class. After passing the bar, I have pursued a career in law where I can first and foremost help people.
I center my practice around assisting the elderly with their everyday needs. I do everything from basic estate planning, with wills and trusts, to more complicated arrangements, using insurance policies and long term care options. In addition I assist families in getting the elderly and disabled medicaid qualified when they enter the nursing home for a long term stay.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Elder Law
30%
19 years | 30 cases
Estate Planning
30%
19 years | 180 cases
Probate
20%
19 years | 60 cases
Trusts
15%
19 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Michigan for 19 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2006
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Location
Stein and Higgs, PLLC
117 S University Ave, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858
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Posted by Yvonne | December 08, 2014 | Litigation
I was highly satisfied
My experience with attorney James C. Higgs was a very positive experience. Mr. Higgs was prepared, and very knowledgeable on the subject at hand. He accurately sited Michigan law when presenting in the court room. He was professional with opposing counsel and extremely respectful toward the judge. H...
James C. Higgs's Lawyer Endorsements
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Higgs is an outstanding attorney with an excepional reputation. He is a strong and zelaous advocate for his cients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services."
"Mr. Higgs and I practice in a lot of the same areas of law, so I have had the opportunity to review a great many of his responses to Avvo questions. His responses demonstrate a solid understanding of the law and a desire to help people with good, practical solutions to their legal problems. He is a great resource for the Avvo community and I am happy to endorse him and his services. James Frederick"
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James Frederick
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Experience
Honors
2005
Magna Cum Laude, Thomas M Cooley Law School
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Attorney, Stein and Higgs, PLLC
2006 - 2008
Attorney, Davidson Breen & Doud
Associations
2011 - Present
Sixth Circuit Federal Court of AppealsMember
2010 - Present
Federal Bar Association (Western District of Michigan chapter)Member
2009 - Present
Central Michigan Home Builders AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Institute for Continuing Legal EducationPartner
2009 - Present
Federal Bar Association (Eastern District of Michigan chapter)Member
2006 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Mulholland vs. Isabella Bank
Recovered 75% of the money taken.
Shugg vs. Chase
Full recovery for the client.
Education
2005
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
Great Lakes Christian College
Bachelor of Religious Education
Speaking Engagements
2017
Estate Planning in Central Michigan
Preparing for Long Term Care
2010
Commission Lunch Seminars
Estate Planning for Asset Retention
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
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Q&A
Who can be present during discussions with a lawyer or at a probate court hearing?
20 Jul 2018
Q&A
How do I file a motion to enter default judgment in a custody case?
20 Mar 2013
Q&A
Can adult estranged son in another state excluded from Father's will receive any inheiritence?
16 Mar 2013