Atty. Hugh Cotney
Mr. Hugh Cotney is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, criminal defense and 1 other area of law.
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Hugh Cotney is a Member based in Jacksonville, Florida, practicing at Hugh Cotney, P.A.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Florida (1972), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1974), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1976), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1983). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1972) and Auburn University (B.S., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Jacksonville Bar Association. Serands clients in Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Hugh Cotney is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, criminal defense and 1 other area of law
- Hugh received a B.S. degree from Auburn University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Hugh practices at Hugh Cotney, P.A. in Jacksonville, FL
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Hugh Cotney is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Florida →
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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Why local counsel matters in Florida
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Jacksonville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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