Atty. Peter C. Hughes

Atty. Peter C. Hughes

Peter C. Hughes is a lawyer practicing real estate, international law, bankruptcy and 3 other areas of law.

Wilmington Wilmington 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter C. Hughes at a glance

Peter C. Hughes is a Partner based in Wilmington, Delaware, practicing at Dilworth Paxson LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1991), New Jersey (2001), Delaware U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, District of New (2002), and New York (2012). Educated at George Washington University Law School (J.D., 1991) and Bucknell University (B.S.E., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Wilmington, DE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter C. Hughes is a lawyer practicing real estate, international law, bankruptcy and 3 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.S.E. degree from Bucknell University in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Peter practices at Dilworth Paxson LLP in Wilmington, DE and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Peter C. Hughes's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

Peter C. Hughes is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Delaware →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Peter C. Hughes is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Delaware →

Bankruptcy & Debt

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

Peter C. Hughes is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Delaware →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Peter C. Hughes is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Delaware →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Delaware

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter C. Hughes

Where is Peter C. Hughes's law office located?
Peter C. Hughes's law practice is located in Wilmington, Delaware. The firm is Dilworth Paxson LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter C. Hughes handle?
Peter C. Hughes focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Delaware.
How long has Peter C. Hughes practiced law?
Peter C. Hughes has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Peter C. Hughes go to law school?
Peter C. Hughes earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S.E., 1986).
How can I contact Peter C. Hughes for a consultation?
You can contact Peter C. 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 Peter C. Hughes received?
Peter C. Hughes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University Law School
- 1991
B.S.E.
Bucknell University
- 1986

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1991
New Jersey
Admitted: 2001
Delaware U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, District of New
Admitted: 2002
New York
Admitted: 2012

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