Atty. John Frederick Hughes

Atty. John Frederick Hughes

John Frederick Hughes is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, copyright, trademark and 8 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 43 Years Experience 43 year
Call (628) 303-0139

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About John Frederick Hughes at a glance

John Frederick Hughes is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, personal injury, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California U.S. Court of Appeals for the (1983). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D. University, 1985) and University of California, Berkeley (B.A. History, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Frederick Hughes is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, copyright, trademark and 8 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • John practices at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Frederick Hughes's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Personal Injury

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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Real Estate Law

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Frederick Hughes

Where is John Frederick Hughes's law office located?
John Frederick Hughes's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Frederick Hughes handle?
John Frederick Hughes focuses on trademark, copyright, personal injury, real estate, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Frederick Hughes practiced law?
John Frederick Hughes has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did John Frederick Hughes go to law school?
John Frederick Hughes earned their education at (J.D. University, 1985); (B.A. History, 1978).
How can I contact John Frederick Hughes for a consultation?
You can contact John Frederick 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 Frederick Hughes received?
John Frederick Hughes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. University
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 1985
B.A. History
University of California, Berkeley
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California U.S. Court of Appeals for the
Admitted: 1983

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