John E. Hughes
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2003 About John E. Hughes
John E. Hughes is a lawyer based in Valparaiso, IN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2003. John E. Hughes is recognized in the following practice area:
- Valparaiso, Indiana
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Hoeppner Wagner & Evans LLP
Education: Valparaiso University, J.D., graduated 1971, Capital University, BA, graduated 1968, and Valparaiso University, Juris Doctor, graduated 1968
Location: Valparaiso, IN
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Education Trine University f/k/a Tri-State University (B.A. Psychology, 2001) The John Marshall Law School (J.D., Cum Laude, December, 2004)The John Marshall Law Review Member and Associate Justice of The John Marshall Law School Moot Court Honors Board Member of The John Marshall Law School Trial Advocacy Honors Council Phi Delta Phi Honors Fraternity. Admissions Indiana Supreme Court; Illinois Supreme Court; U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana; U.S. District Court for t...
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