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Atty. James Burke McHugh

Atty. James Burke McHugh

James Burke McHugh is a lawyer practicing car accidents, nursing home abuse and neglect, elder law and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of South Florida in 1977, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Hattiesburg Hattiesburg 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About James Burke McHugh at a glance

James Burke McHugh is a Member based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, practicing at McHugh Fuller Law Group. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home, litigation, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Florida (1991), Texas (1998), Alabama (1998), and Texas (1998). Educated at Stetson University College of Law (J.D., 1990) and University of South Florida (B.A. Education, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hillsborough County and American Bar Associations Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers (EAGLE Member) The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Alabama Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Hattiesburg, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Burke McHugh is a lawyer practicing car accidents, nursing home abuse and neglect, elder law and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of South Florida in 1977, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • James practices at McHugh Fuller Law Group in Hattiesburg, MS and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

James Burke McHugh's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James Burke McHugh is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Mississippi →

Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect

James Burke McHugh is one of 6,002 nursing home attorneys indexed nationally. Browse nursing home attorneys in Mississippi →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Burke McHugh is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Mississippi →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

James Burke McHugh is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Mississippi →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Mississippi

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Burke McHugh

Where is James Burke McHugh's law office located?
James Burke McHugh's law practice is located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The firm is McHugh Fuller Law Group. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Burke McHugh handle?
James Burke McHugh focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home, litigation, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has James Burke McHugh practiced law?
James Burke McHugh has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did James Burke McHugh go to law school?
James Burke McHugh earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A. Education, 1977).
How can I contact James Burke McHugh for a consultation?
You can contact James Burke McHugh 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 James Burke McHugh received?
James Burke McHugh's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stetson University College of Law
- 1990
B.A. Education
University of South Florida
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1991
Texas
Admitted: 1998
Alabama
Admitted: 1998
Texas
Admitted: 1998
Arkansas
Admitted: 1999
Tennessee
Admitted: 2001
Mississippi
Admitted: 2003
Mississippi
Admitted: 2003
Kentucky
Admitted: 2004
Georgia
Admitted: 2005
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2005
District of Columbia Oklahoma
Admitted: 2006
West Virginia
Admitted: 2006
Missouri
Admitted: 2013
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2014

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