$ 275-300 per hour
About Martin
Biography
I have lived in Butte County for over 35 years, having originally been born and raised in Sacramento, CA. I graduated from St. Mary's College in Moraga, CA in 1981 with a BS in Economics and Busniess Administration. I went to McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento, which is a top tier ABA accredited law school, graduating in 1984. While attending McGeorge I was in the Joint Degree program with CSU, Sacaramento and obtained my MBA.
Over 30 years experience practicing law and over 25 years serving people in Butte County
When you want experience and someone who will give your case the individual attention you deserve.
When you care about what is in the best interest of your children, HOWELL & McHUGH is your firm.
Whether it is for prosecution or defense, we have handled significant civil litigation.
Over 30 years of practice, handling multiple areas of personal injury cases.
Practice Areas
9
Practice Areas
Child Custody
20%
34 years
Divorce and Separation
20%
34 years
Personal Injury
17%
42 years
Criminal Defense
15%
42 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
25%-50%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in California for 41 years
State: California
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
Howell & McHugh
(530) 899-8494
Fax
2595 Ceanothus Ave., Suite 180, Chico, CA, 95973
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Posted by Michelle | June 12, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Knowledgeable and experienced
We had a very complicated case. He cares about the best interest of the children. You give him the facts, and he knows how to use them. He has a strong command of the law, stays focused on what matters, and develops effective strategies. His approach proved successful in our case. Despite what appear...
Posted by Jennifer | June 10, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Highly recommended
Currently working with Martin on a custody case. He has been amazing. He’s honest and direct. Things I appreciate.
Posted by Raeleen | March 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Excellent, competent legal service!
Mr. McHugh provided us with excellent legal services and advise regarding our guardianship case. The office staff is friendly competent.
Posted by Ryan | March 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Chico's Best Lawyer
I hired Mr. McHugh in November of 2017 and it was the best decision I made for my child custody case. My custody case is a nightmare. Through Mr. McHugh and my own hard work, we slowly but surely have gained ground. Mr. McHugh is honest and up-front about how to handle the twist and turns of family...
Posted by anonymous | February 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Above and beyond lawyer
Mr. McHugh is an excellent lawyer. He listened to what I had to say and then was able to achieve everything that I had asked for. He is to the point, has compassion and very professional. I would highly recommend him to anyone that would be needing a lawyer.
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Experience
Honors
1991
Judge Pro Tem, Butte County Superior Court
Work Experience
1989 - 1992
Attorney, Stewart, Humphreys, Burchette and Sandelman
Associations
1989 - Present
Butte County Bar AssociationMember
1984 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Sounds by Dave vs Fedrizzi
JNOV and new trial at lower court. Won Appeal
Education
1990
Calfornai State University, Sacramento
MBA - Master of Business Administration
1984
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
St. Mary's College
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers