Atty. Alyssa Hughes
Alyssa Hughes focuses her practice on internal investigations, government investigations, white collar criminal defense, and general commercial litigation. She brings superior organization and creates clear, well- developed paths forward for her clients, ranging from individuals to large corporations.
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About Alyssa Hughes at a glance
Alyssa Hughes is an attorney based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP. Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 2017). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Antitrust Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026). Serands clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Alyssa Hughes focuses her practice on internal investigations, government investigations, white collar criminal defense, and general commercial litigation
- She brings superior organization and creates clear, well- developed paths forward for her clients, ranging from individuals to large corporations
- Aly’s experience ranges from large-scale investigations involving multiple federal agencies to representing individuals being investigated by local law enforcement
- She advises and represents clients in internal investigations, and she assists corporations and individuals under investigation by government agencies, including the Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of the Inspector General (OIG) and other state attorneys general
- She is experienced in conducting internal investigations and witness preparation for court appearances, federal agency proffers, and depositions
- She is skilled in handling electronic discovery issues and has managed virtually all phases of discovery for criminal and civil matters
- Aly has been key to resolution of matters in the pharmaceutical, construction, healthcare, and agriculture industries, among others
- Given the diverse client base she works with, Aly is a quick study and has gained experience in various areas of the law, including the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), the Anti-Kickback Statute, healthcare fraud, antitrust investigations regarding bid rigging and improper sharing of commercially confidential information among competitors, high-value contract disputes, trade secret misappropriation, and other complex commercial litigation cases
- Aly is trusted by clients and colleagues alike and valued for her direct and down to earth communication style
- She works hard to develop connections with her clients, encouraging open dialogue
- Building mutual trust and respect is an essential principle of Aly’s practice, as she seeks to guide clients beyond pure legal strategy and through the ancillary practical issues that can arise in the course of these matters
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Indiana
Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Indianapolis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana 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 Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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