Atty. James Michael Hughes

Atty. James Michael Hughes

James Michael Hughes is a lawyer practicing securities / investment fraud, fraud, litigation. James has been licensed for 33 years.

Charleston Charleston 33 yrs experience 33 year
Call (854) 231-3067 Book Appointment

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About James Michael Hughes at a glance

James Michael Hughes is a securities, litigation, and consumer attorney based in Charleston, South Carolina. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1993). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (Juris Doctor, 1993). Serands clients in Charleston, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Michael Hughes is a lawyer practicing securities / investment fraud, fraud, litigation
  • James has been licensed for 33 years
  • James practices in Charleston, SC

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael Hughes's Areas of Practice

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

Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in South Carolina

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

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Where is James Michael Hughes's law office located?
James Michael Hughes's law practice is located in Charleston, South Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael Hughes handle?
James Michael Hughes focuses on securities, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has James Michael Hughes practiced law?
James Michael Hughes has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did James Michael Hughes go to law school?
James Michael Hughes earned their education at (Juris Doctor, 1993).
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Education

Juris Doctor
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1993

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1993

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