Atty. Gerald A. Hughes

Atty. Gerald A. Hughes

Assistant Prosecutor, Mercer County, New Jersey, 1970-1972. Associate, Levy, Levy, Albert and Marcus, 1973-1978.

Trevose Trevose 57 yrs experience 57 year
Call (267) 814-1666 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Gerald A. Hughes at a glance

Gerald A. Hughes is an Of Counsel based in Trevose, Pennsylvania, practicing at Fenningham, Dempster & Coval LLP. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on business, construction, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1969), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1969), Pennsylvania (1981), and U.S. District Court, District of Pennsylvania (1981). Educated at University of Tennessee Law School (J.D. Order, 1969) and Maryville College (B.A. Comments, 1966). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Trevose, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Assistant Prosecutor, Mercer County, New Jersey, 1970-1972
  • Associate, Levy, Levy, Albert and Marcus, 1973-1978
  • Partner, Levy, Levy, Albert and Marcus, 1978-1982
  • Partner, Law Offices of Gerald A. Hughes, 1983-1984
  • Partner, Hughes, Hendrix and Wallace, LP, 1985-1995
  • Partner, Hughes and Hendrix, LP, 1995-2004
  • Partner, Hughes and Cohen, LP, 2004-2007

Practice Areas Explained

Gerald A. Hughes's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gerald A. Hughes

Where is Gerald A. Hughes's law office located?
Gerald A. Hughes's law practice is located in Trevose, Pennsylvania. The firm is Fenningham, Dempster & Coval LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerald A. Hughes handle?
Gerald A. Hughes focuses on business, construction, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Gerald A. Hughes practiced law?
Gerald A. Hughes has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Gerald A. Hughes go to law school?
Gerald A. Hughes earned their education at (J.D. Order, 1969); (B.A. Comments, 1966).
How can I contact Gerald A. Hughes for a consultation?
You can contact Gerald 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 Gerald A. Hughes received?
Gerald A. Hughes's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Order
University of Tennessee Law School
- 1969
B.A. Comments
Maryville College
- 1966

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1969
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1997

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