Atty. James Bernard McHugh

Atty. James Bernard McHugh

James Bernard McHugh is a lawyer practicing securities/finance, general corporate, international and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Maplewood Maplewood 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About James Bernard McHugh at a glance

James Bernard McHugh is an Adjunt Lecturer based in Maplewood, New Jersey. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on business, securities, and international. Admitted to practice in New York (1975) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1975). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1974) and Syracuse University (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Maplewood, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Bernard McHugh is a lawyer practicing securities/finance, general corporate, international and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • James practices in Maplewood, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

James Bernard McHugh's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Bernard McHugh handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Securities Law

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International Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

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

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Where is James Bernard McHugh's law office located?
James Bernard McHugh's law practice is located in Maplewood, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Bernard McHugh handle?
James Bernard McHugh focuses on business, securities, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has James Bernard McHugh practiced law?
James Bernard McHugh has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James Bernard McHugh go to law school?
James Bernard McHugh earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
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What awards or recognition has James Bernard McHugh received?
James Bernard McHugh's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 1974
B.A.
Syracuse University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1975

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