Atty. John Aaron Hughes

Atty. John Aaron Hughes

John Aaron Hughes is a lawyer practicing commercial contracts, franchise litigation, franchise and distribution. John received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Chicago Chicago 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About John Aaron Hughes at a glance

John Aaron Hughes is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at DLA Piper LLP. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on contracts and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2001). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 2001) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1998). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Aaron Hughes is a lawyer practicing commercial contracts, franchise litigation, franchise and distribution
  • John received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • John practices at DLA Piper LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John Aaron Hughes's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Aaron Hughes

Where is John Aaron Hughes's law office located?
John Aaron Hughes's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is DLA Piper LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Aaron Hughes handle?
John Aaron Hughes focuses on contracts, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Aaron Hughes practiced law?
John Aaron Hughes has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did John Aaron Hughes go to law school?
John Aaron Hughes earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1998).
How can I contact John Aaron Hughes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 2001
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1998

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2001

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