Atty. Hugh O'Boyle

Atty. Hugh O'Boyle

Hugh O'Boyle is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, admiralty law. Hugh received a B.A. degree from Fordham University in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years.

New York New York 60 yrs experience 60 year
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About Hugh O'Boyle at a glance

Hugh O'Boyle is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Foley, Smit, O'Boyle & Weisman. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on workers comp and maritime. Admitted to practice in New York (1966) and New Jersey (1976). Educated at New York University (LL.B., 1966) and Fordham University (B.A., 1963). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Hugh O'Boyle is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, admiralty law
  • Hugh received a B.A. degree from Fordham University in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • Hugh practices at Foley, Smit, O'Boyle & Weisman in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Hugh O'Boyle's Areas of Practice

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

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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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 Hugh O'Boyle

Where is Hugh O'Boyle's law office located?
Hugh O'Boyle's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Foley, Smit, O'Boyle & Weisman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Hugh O'Boyle handle?
Hugh O'Boyle focuses on workers comp, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Hugh O'Boyle practiced law?
Hugh O'Boyle has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did Hugh O'Boyle go to law school?
Hugh O'Boyle earned their education at (LL.B., 1966); (B.A., 1963).
How can I contact Hugh O'Boyle for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B.
New York University
- 1966
B.A.
Fordham University
- 1963

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1966
New Jersey
Admitted: 1976

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