Atty. Nancy Covington Hughes

Atty. Nancy Covington Hughes

Ms. Nancy Covington Hughes is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust planning, taxation and 9 other areas of law.

Birmingham Birmingham 35 yrs experience 35 year
Call (205) 773-2443 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Nancy Covington Hughes at a glance

Nancy Covington Hughes is a Member based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Hughes And Scalise Pc. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1991), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama (1991), and U.S. Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1995). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D., 1991) and University of Alabama at Birmingham (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association Alabama State Bar Association Birmingham Bar Association Birmingham Estate Planning Council. Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Nancy Covington Hughes is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust planning, taxation and 9 other areas of law
  • Nancy received a B.A. degree from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Nancy practices at Hughes & Scalise, PC in Birmingham, AL

Practice Areas Explained

Nancy Covington Hughes's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Nancy Covington Hughes

Where is Nancy Covington Hughes's law office located?
Nancy Covington Hughes's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Hughes And Scalise Pc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nancy Covington Hughes handle?
Nancy Covington Hughes focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has Nancy Covington Hughes practiced law?
Nancy Covington Hughes has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Nancy Covington Hughes go to law school?
Nancy Covington Hughes earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Nancy Covington Hughes for a consultation?
You can contact Nancy Covington 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 Nancy Covington Hughes received?
Nancy Covington Hughes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
- 1991
B.A.
University of Alabama at Birmingham
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1995

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