Atty. David J. Hughes
David J. Hughes is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal law, civil litigation.
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David J. Hughes is a criminal defense, family law, and litigation attorney based in Ottawa, Ontario. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in Ontario (1976). Educated at University of Ottawa LL.B. (—). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Ottawa, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- David J. Hughes is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal law, civil litigation
- David J. has been licensed for 50 years
- David J. practices in Ottawa, ON
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David J. Hughes's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David J. Hughes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
David J. Hughes is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Ontario →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
David J. Hughes is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Ontario →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David J. Hughes is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ontario →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Ontario
Practicing law in Ontario. Legal matters in Ontario are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Ottawa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ontario state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ontario 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 Ontario courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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