Atty. John H. Hughes

Atty. John H. Hughes

Mr. John H.

Lafayette Lafayette 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About John H. Hughes at a glance

John H. Hughes is a Partner based in Lafayette, Louisiana, practicing at Allen & Gooch A Law Corporation. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on contracts, slip & fall, litigation, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1984) and Texas (1995). Educated at Graduate Trial and Appellate Advocacy, Hastings College of Law (McNeese State, 1987) and Louisiana State University and A. and M. College (J.D., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute Maritime Law Association of the United States. Serands clients in Lafayette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John H. Hughes is a lawyer practicing maritime and longshoremen, premises liability, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • John received a degree from Graduate Trial and Appellate Advocacy, Hastings College of Law in 1987, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • John practices at Allen & Gooch A Law Corporation in Lafayette, LA

Practice Areas Explained

John H. Hughes's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

John H. Hughes is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Louisiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John H. Hughes

Where is John H. Hughes's law office located?
John H. Hughes's law practice is located in Lafayette, Louisiana. The firm is Allen & Gooch A Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John H. Hughes handle?
John H. Hughes focuses on contracts, slip & fall, litigation, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has John H. Hughes practiced law?
John H. Hughes has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did John H. Hughes go to law school?
John H. Hughes earned their education at (McNeese State, 1987); (J.D., 1984).
How can I contact John H. Hughes for a consultation?
You can contact John H. 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 H. Hughes received?
John H. Hughes's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

McNeese State
Graduate Trial and Appellate Advocacy, Hastings College of Law
- 1987
J.D.
Louisiana State University and A. and M. College
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1984
Texas
Admitted: 1995

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