Atty. Patrick L. Hughes

Atty. Patrick L. Hughes

Patrick L. Hughes is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & business restructuring, bankruptcy & insolvency litigation, business and 11 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Patrick L. Hughes at a glance

Patrick L. Hughes is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Haynes and Boone, LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Texas US Supreme Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Eastern District Court Texas Northern Ba (1983) and Colorado (1994). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1983) and University of Texas (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Patrick L. Hughes is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & business restructuring, bankruptcy & insolvency litigation, business and 11 other areas of law
  • Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of Texas in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Patrick practices at Haynes and Boone, LLP in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick L. Hughes's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Patrick L. Hughes is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Texas →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Patrick L. Hughes is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Patrick L. Hughes is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Texas →

Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Patrick L. Hughes is one of 5,841 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in Texas →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Patrick L. Hughes is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Texas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Patrick L. Hughes

Where is Patrick L. Hughes's law office located?
Patrick L. Hughes's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Haynes and Boone, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick L. Hughes handle?
Patrick L. Hughes focuses on trusts, business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Patrick L. Hughes practiced law?
Patrick L. Hughes has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Patrick L. Hughes go to law school?
Patrick L. Hughes earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Patrick L. Hughes for a consultation?
You can contact Patrick L. 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 Patrick L. Hughes received?
Patrick L. Hughes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Houston
- 1983
B.A.
University of Texas
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas US Supreme Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Eastern District Court Texas Northern Ba
Admitted: 1983
Colorado
Admitted: 1994

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