Atlantic County Executive Dennis Levinson has announced the appointment of N. Lynne Hughes, Esq. as county counsel. Hughes has been serving in an acting capacity for the past several months. She replaces former County Counsel James Ferguson, Esq. who recently retired.
“Lynne Hughes has an extensive legal background having served 22 years as Vice President, Chief Counsel, Regional Operations for Caesars Entertainment; as an Associate for two local law firms; and four years in the U.S. Department of Commerce, Patent and Trademark Office, in Washington, DC.,” Atlantic County Executive Dennis Levinson said in a release. “In the short time she has been with county government, she has contributed greatly. She is a highly capable and ethical attorney whom I am confident will fight to protect the best interests of Atlantic County and its residents.”
As county counsel, Hughes is the chief legal officer of county government and is responsible for the administration of its legal affairs.
Hughes is a graduate of Widener University Law School. She earned a BA in Political Science and Communications from George Washington University and a Masters of Public Administration from American University. She is a member of the Atlantic County Bar Association and the New Jersey State and Pennsylvania State Bar Associations.
Atlantic County Prosecutor William Reynolds said his office looks forward to working closely with Hughes to uphold the law and promote justice in their shared efforts to serve the people of Atlantic County.
“Your experience and vision will undoubtedly be a valuable asset as we navigate the challenges and opportunities ahead,” he said.
During her interview with the Atlantic County Board of Commissioners, Hughes, the daughter of the late U.S. Ambassador and former Congressman William J. Hughes, said she was proud to continue her family legacy of public service.
“Like her father, Lynne is a very affable yet humble person. She is proud of her local roots and fights hard for those she represents. We are extraordinarily lucky to have her on our team," Levinson said.
“I am grateful to County Executive Levinson for providing me with this opportunity and his faith in my abilities to do the best job for Atlantic County,” Hughes said.
