Atty. Hugh J Behan

Atty. Hugh J Behan

Hugh J Behan is a lawyer practicing construction law, products liability law, personal injury law and 1 other area of law. Hugh received a A.A. degree from St.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Hugh J Behan at a glance

Hugh J Behan is an Associate based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on personal injury, construction, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Florida (1981), Michigan (1981), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth and Eleventh Circuits (1981), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida including Trial Bar (1982). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1980) and St. John Vianney (A.A. St., 1971). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Hugh J Behan is a lawyer practicing construction law, products liability law, personal injury law and 1 other area of law
  • Hugh received a A.A. degree from St. John Vianney in 1971, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Hugh practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Hugh J Behan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Hugh J Behan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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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Construction Law

Hugh J Behan is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Florida →

Product Liability

Hugh J Behan is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

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 Fort Lauderdale 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Hugh J Behan

Where is Hugh J Behan's law office located?
Hugh J Behan's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Hugh J Behan handle?
Hugh J Behan focuses on personal injury, construction, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Hugh J Behan practiced law?
Hugh J Behan has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Hugh J Behan go to law school?
Hugh J Behan earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (A.A. St., 1971).
How can I contact Hugh J Behan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Hugh J Behan received?
Hugh J Behan's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1980
A.A. St.
St. John Vianney
- 1971

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1981
Michigan
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth and Eleventh Circuits
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1982

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