Atty. Christopher A. Hughes

Atty. Christopher A. Hughes

Christopher A. Hughes is a lawyer practicing global litigation, ip due diligence, itc litigation and 5 other areas of law.

New York New York 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About Christopher A. Hughes at a glance

Christopher A. Hughes is a Senior Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, m&a, and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in New York (1974), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1974), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1974), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1975). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1973) and New York University (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of V2N1 Mar 26, 2014. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher A. Hughes is a lawyer practicing global litigation, ip due diligence, itc litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.S. degree from New York University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Christopher practices at Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher A. Hughes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher A. Hughes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Trade Secrets

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher A. Hughes

Where is Christopher A. Hughes's law office located?
Christopher A. Hughes's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher A. Hughes handle?
Christopher A. Hughes focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, m&a, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Christopher A. Hughes practiced law?
Christopher A. Hughes has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Christopher A. Hughes go to law school?
Christopher A. Hughes earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S., 1970).
How can I contact Christopher A. Hughes for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher A. Hughes directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Christopher A. Hughes received?
Christopher A. Hughes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 1973
B.S.
New York University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Customs and Patent Appeals
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1982

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