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About James E. Hughes at a glance
James E. Hughes is a Partner based in Syracuse, New York, practicing at Hancock Estabrook, LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, estate planning, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York United States District Court (EDNY) United States District Court (NDNY) (1980) and Texas (1988). Educated at University at Buffalo Law School (J.D., 1979) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Syracuse, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. James E. Hughes is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, litigation: personal injury, public utility and 11 other areas of law
- James received a B.S. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
- James practices at Hancock Estabrook, LLP in Syracuse, NY
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James E. Hughes is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in New York →
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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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
James E. Hughes is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New York →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Syracuse 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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