Atty. Michael A. Hughes

Atty. Michael A. Hughes

Atty. Michael A.

Madison Madison 24 yrs experience 24 year
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About Michael A. Hughes at a glance

Michael A. Hughes is an Associate based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Chilton Yambert & Porter, LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, zoning, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in U.S. Virgin Islands, U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit and U.S. District Court, District of Virgi (2002), Wisconsin (2003), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin (2003), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (2005). Educated at American University, Washington College of Law (J.D., 2001) and American University, School of International Service (M.A. Dartmouth, 2001). Serands clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Atty. Michael A. Hughes is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, medical malpractice, appeals and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a M.A. degree from American University, School of International Service in 2001, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Michael practices at Chilton Yambert & Porter, LLP in Madison, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Michael A. Hughes's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Land Use & Zoning

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael A. Hughes

Where is Michael A. Hughes's law office located?
Michael A. Hughes's law practice is located in Madison, Wisconsin. The firm is Chilton Yambert & Porter, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael A. Hughes handle?
Michael A. Hughes focuses on medical malpractice, zoning, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Michael A. Hughes practiced law?
Michael A. Hughes has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Michael A. Hughes go to law school?
Michael A. Hughes earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (M.A. Dartmouth, 2001).
How can I contact Michael A. Hughes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
American University, Washington College of Law
- 2001
M.A. Dartmouth
American University, School of International Service
- 2001

Bar Admissions

U.S. Virgin Islands, U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit and U.S. District Court, District of Virgi
Admitted: 2002
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin
Admitted: 2003
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 2005
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 2006

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