Francis X. Hughes Attorney at Law PLLC - Duluth, MN
Francis X. Hughes Attorney at Law PLLC provides versatile legal advocacy in Duluth, Minnesota, delivering personalized counsel in small business law, real estate transactions, guardianship and conservatorship administration, estate planning, and criminal defense.
Comprehensive Legal Counsel in Duluth, Minnesota
Managing the multifaceted legal challenges of daily life, whether launching a small business, purchasing real property, caring for an incapacitated family member, or defending against a criminal charge, demands an accessible attorney. At Francis X. Hughes Attorney at Law PLLC, clients in Duluth and Northeastern Minnesota receive dedicated, hands-on legal advocacy. Founded in 2010 by attorney Francis Xavier Hughes, the practice emphasizes clear communication, practical solutions, and meticulous attention to statutory details. If you need to hire a business and real estate lawyer or seek reliable guidance for family protective proceedings, working with a responsive local practitioner ensures your rights and investments remain secure.
Strategic Business Formation, Compliance, and Commercial Contracts
Starting and maintaining a profitable business enterprise requires proactive legal structuring to avoid personal liability and costly disputes. When you find an attorney who understands corporate governance, you protect your hard work from unnecessary exposure. As experienced business formation lawyers and contract lawyers, the firm assists emerging ventures and going concerns throughout the Arrowhead region:
- Entity formation and structuring: Assisting entrepreneurs in choosing between limited liability companies, S-corporations, and partnerships under Minnesota corporate statutes.
- Corporate governance and compliance: Guiding business owners on maintaining corporate formalities to uphold limited liability protection.
- Commercial contract drafting: Negotiating, drafting, and reviewing buy-sell agreements, vendor contracts, non-disclosure agreements, and independent contractor terms.
- Commercial transaction counsel: Assisting ongoing businesses with capital raising, debt restructuring, asset acquisitions, shareholder disputes, and stock transfers.
Residential and Commercial Real Estate Transactions
Real estate conveyances involve intricate legal documents, chain of title reviews, and strict recording rules. Francis X. Hughes provides thorough representation for buyers, sellers, landlords, and commercial tenants. As skilled residential real estate lawyers and commercial real estate lawyers, the practice assists with purchase agreements, mortgage documentation, commercial leases, and landlord-tenant disputes. Attorney Hughes possesses proficiency in navigating both the abstract title system and Minnesota Torrens system, as well as resolving boundary line disputes, undivided interest conflicts, and property tax valuations.
Guardianship, Conservatorship, and Estate Planning
Caring for an aging parent, vulnerable adult, or minor child whose best interests require formal oversight involves sensitive legal procedures. The firm counsels families through establishing court-supervised guardianships and conservatorships, ensuring annual state audit compliance and fiduciary transparency. In addition, attorney Hughes drafts essential estate planning instruments, including durable powers of attorney, healthcare directives, living trusts, and wills to ensure loved ones are protected during incapacity.
Assertive Criminal Defense and DUI Representation
When unexpected legal troubles arise in the criminal justice system, prompt defense intervention is critical. Attorney Francis X. Hughes delivers assertive criminal defense for individuals facing DUI and DWI charges, probation violations, and trespass to land allegations in St. Louis County. If you urgently need an attorney following an arrest, the firm acts swiftly to challenge unlawful vehicle stops, preserve critical defense evidence, and protect your driving privileges.
Convenient Downtown Duluth Office in the Lonsdale Building
Located in the historic Lonsdale Building at 302 West Superior Street, Suite 306, in Duluth, Minnesota 55802, Francis X. Hughes Attorney at Law PLLC is easily accessible to clients throughout Duluth, Hermantown, Cloquet, Superior, and neighboring communities. Contact the office today at (218) 966-0964 to consult with an experienced attorney and discuss your legal needs.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the heart of the Downtown Duluth commercial area, close to the Civic Center and Lake Superior harbor.
Building Location
This office is located in the historic Lonsdale Building, an eight-story commercial office building built in 1894. The building is situated near the local favorite India Palace restaurant.
Parking Details
On-site parking is available through nearby public surface parking lots and parking garages. The building is also connected to the city's climate-controlled skywalk system, providing direct access to nearby parking facilities.
Public Transit
Served by Duluth Transit Authority Route Blue Line (Spirit Valley - DTC - UMD); nearest stop is at Superior St & 04 AW.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the building's main front entrance on West Superior Street. Take the elevator to the third floor, where Suite 306 can be found down the main corridor.