Atty. James L. McHugh

Atty. James L. McHugh

James L. McHugh is a lawyer practicing estate planning, family, real estate and 2 other areas of law.

St. Louis St. Louis 60 yrs experience 60 year
Call (314) 710-2940 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James L. McHugh at a glance

James L. McHugh is an Of Counsel based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Paule Camazine & Blumenthal Professional Corporation. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on family law, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1966), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (1966), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1966). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1966) and St. Louis University (B.S., 1954). Active member of The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James L. McHugh is a lawyer practicing estate planning, family, real estate and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from St. Louis University in 1954, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • James practices at Paule Camazine & Blumenthal Professional Corporation in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

James L. McHugh's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

James L. McHugh is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Missouri →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James L. McHugh is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Missouri →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James L. McHugh is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James L. McHugh is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

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

Looking for additional Missouri attorneys? Browse all attorneys in St. Louis or all attorneys in Missouri.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about James L. McHugh

Where is James L. McHugh's law office located?
James L. McHugh's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Paule Camazine & Blumenthal Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James L. McHugh handle?
James L. McHugh focuses on family law, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has James L. McHugh practiced law?
James L. McHugh has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did James L. McHugh go to law school?
James L. McHugh earned their education at (J.D., 1966); (B.S., 1954).
How can I contact James L. McHugh for a consultation?
You can contact James L. 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.

Education

J.D.
Washington University
- 1966
B.S.
St. Louis University
- 1954

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1966
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Admitted: 1966
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1966

Reviews

These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.