Atty. Thomas Hugh Dougherty

Atty. Thomas Hugh Dougherty

Thomas Hugh Dougherty is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, business transactions, civil litigation and 20 other areas of law. Thomas received a degree from Central Connecticut State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 34 years.

North Palm Beach North Palm Beach 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Hugh Dougherty at a glance

Thomas Hugh Dougherty is a Member based in North Palm Beach, Florida, practicing at Thomas H. Dougherty, P.A.. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, trusts, probate, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Florida (1992) and Pennsylvania (2009). Educated at Nova University, Shepard Broad Law Center (J.D., 1992) and Central Connecticut State University (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Palm Beach County and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar. Serands clients in North Palm Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Hugh Dougherty is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, business transactions, civil litigation and 20 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a degree from Central Connecticut State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Thomas practices at Thomas H. Dougherty, P.A. in North Palm Beach, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Hugh Dougherty's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Hugh Dougherty handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Wills

Thomas Hugh Dougherty is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Florida →

Trusts

Thomas Hugh Dougherty is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →

Probate

Thomas Hugh Dougherty is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Florida →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Thomas Hugh Dougherty is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Hugh Dougherty

Where is Thomas Hugh Dougherty's law office located?
Thomas Hugh Dougherty's law practice is located in North Palm Beach, Florida. The firm is Thomas H. Dougherty, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Hugh Dougherty handle?
Thomas Hugh Dougherty focuses on divorce, wills, trusts, probate, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Thomas Hugh Dougherty practiced law?
Thomas Hugh Dougherty has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Thomas Hugh Dougherty go to law school?
Thomas Hugh Dougherty earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S., 1983).
How can I contact Thomas Hugh Dougherty for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Hugh Dougherty 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 Thomas Hugh Dougherty received?
Thomas Hugh Dougherty's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Nova University, Shepard Broad Law Center
- 1992
B.S.
Central Connecticut State University
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1992
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2009

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