John J. Hughes
Partner
Professional Experience
John J. Hughes joined the Bertine, Hufnagel firm in 2001. His practice is focused on litigation involving trust and estate issues; real estate disputes (including landlord/tenant cases); and other contested commercial matters. When he is not zealously advocating in court on behalf of his clients, Mr. Hughes represents both corporate and individual clients in the drafting and negotiation of real estate contracts, leases and construction contracts.
Published and Reported Cases
Mr. Hughes has successfully handled numerous civil and criminal appeals. His published and reported cases include: Mo v. Rosen, 983 N.Y.S.2d 867 (2nd Dept. 014); WPA Acquisition Corp. v. Lynch, 920 N.Y.S.2d 223 (2nd Dept. 2011); In re Hyra, 916 N.Y.S.2d 207 (2nd Dept. 2011); In re Ernestine R., 916 N.Y.S.2d 407 (2nd Dept. 2009); People v. Basak, 712 N.Y.S.2d 877 (2nd Dept. 2000); and People v. Jones, 696 N.Y.S.2d 902 (2nd Dept. 1999)
Admissions
- New York
- California
- Arizona
- United States District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York
Education
- Pace University School of Law, J.D., Magna Cum Laude
- Nyack College, B.S., Summa Cum Laude
Professional Associations and Memberships
- New York State Bar Association
- Westchester County Bar Association Member, Judicial Screening Committee
