Atty. John D. Hughes

Atty. John D. Hughes

John D. Hughes is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, insurance & reinsurance, securities litigation and 5 other areas of law.

Boston Boston 52 Years Experience 52 year
Call (857) 416-1942

Profile Summary

About John D. Hughes at a glance

John D. Hughes is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Locke Lord LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business, tax, white collar, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1974) and New York (2003). Educated at Suffolk University Law School (J.D., 1974) and Columbia University (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships American Bar Association Boston Bar Association Massachusetts Bar Association Professional Liability Underwriters Society fellow in The Fellows of the American Bar Foundation. Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John D. Hughes is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, insurance & reinsurance, securities litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • John practices at Locke Lord LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

John D. Hughes's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John D. Hughes

Where is John D. Hughes's law office located?
John D. Hughes's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Locke Lord LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John D. Hughes handle?
John D. Hughes focuses on business, tax, white collar, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has John D. Hughes practiced law?
John D. Hughes has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did John D. Hughes go to law school?
John D. Hughes earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact John D. Hughes for a consultation?
You can contact John D. Hughes 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 John D. Hughes received?
John D. Hughes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Suffolk University Law School
- 1974
B.A.
Columbia University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1974
New York
Admitted: 2003

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