Patrick G Hughes

Patrick G Hughes

4.7
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 20 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at New Haven, CT
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Car Accidents

683 State St., www.pghugheslaw.com, New Haven, CT

About Patrick

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 70%

Representing clients accused of a wide range of alleged offenses, including drug offenses, both possessory and sales, sexual assaults, robbery, burglary, possession of a firearm, assault with a deadly weapon, DUI, and domestic violence.

20 years

70%
Car Accident 30%

Representing indivuals and their loved ones who have been seriously injured in car, truck, or motorcycle accidents due to the carelessness or recklessness of other drivers

20 years

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Connecticut for 20 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Patrick G. Hughes, LLC

683 State St., www.pghugheslaw.com, New Haven, CT, 06511

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Patrick G Hughes's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | April 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly recommended!!

I was recommended to Pat last summer and I'm so glad I was. I have a criminal case due to the negligence of another attorney. Pat took on this new case and has literally gone above and beyond for me. Pat takes pride in everything does; he is a very good attorney, believe me when I say he knows wha...t he's doing. He has worked very hard for me and has been there for me through out this whole process, every single step of the way. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of an attorney. :)

Posted by anonymous | December 07, 2017 | Lawsuits & Disputes

no integrity

I sent my legal documents as agreed upon in our initial conversation to Mr Hughes. This was 6 months ago. He was to review the case before accepting to represent me, I thought by doing this he would know his own capabilities and make his own judgement on whether to accept it or not. Well I am still w...aiting. After numerous calls, faxes and emails he still has not made any contact nor has he returned my legal documents. I am not impressed. An email stating he was not able to take it on and the return of my documents would be appreciated. As an ex military family and reading he was a Marine .... I expected honour and trust .... there is none!!

Patrick Hughes

Replied last December 07, 2017

This is simply not true.

Posted by david | May 14, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

amazing, interpersonal, flexible

My sister had an issue with the law, Attorney Hugues, was highly recommended by the family attorney. at the instant I explained the situation, he advised me what to expect, he never failed to return calls, and he deals with you himself, his personality towards people is amazing, when we went to cour...t he had 2 more cases made sure he took care of them 1 at the time and spend time with each one of us, I cannot express how professional he was, and hof thankful I am that I was advised to choose him to represent my sister.

Posted by anonymous | February 06, 2013 | Criminal Defense

A Helpful and Honest

I needed help for a misdemeanor case, Mr. Hughes immediately set up a consultation appointment with me. He seemed to be very busy, which is a good sign for a lawyer. My main concern is to minimize the negative effects my misdemeanor has on my future employ-ability. During the appointment he patien...tly listened to me and gathered all the relevant information pertaining to my case. He is an excellent listener and understood me from the start. He is also a good communicator, leaving me feeling very well informed with the knowledge of what is likely to happen, and what is not likely to happen. Later on, he informs me that for my particular case, it is possible for me to go to court without an attorney. He nevertheless gave me his business card telling me if I feel like I need him to represent me after my experience in court, he'd be there to help.

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Patrick G Hughes's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Patrick. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Eileen Becker

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Patrick is a great attorney who takes the time to listen to his clients and works hard for them achieving great results. I highly recommend him."

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W Pierson

Litigation lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Patrick is a tough and dedicated attorney who consistently obtains outstanding results for his clients. I recommend him highly."

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Eileen Becker

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2011

Selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers–Rising Stars Edition, Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers–Rising Stars Edition, Super Lawyers Magazine

2001

Henry Barnard Distinguished Scholar, Connecticut State University System

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Managing Partner, Law Offices of Patrick G Hughes

2011 - Present

Public Defender, State Of Connnecticut

1994 - 1999

Intelligence analyst, United States Marine Corps

Associations

2009 - Present

Marine Corps League

Member

2005 - Present

Connecticut Bar Association

Member

New Haven County Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2011

New Haven County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Committee

President

2010 - 2010

New Haven County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Committee

Vice President

2009 - 2009

New Haven County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Committee

Secretary

2008 - 2008

New Haven County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Committee

Treasurer

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Riddle

Client found not to be in violation of probation after a full hearing. All charges were dismissed!

Fiorillo v. Willis, et al

Judgment entered in favor of my client after a trial.

Robinson v. Cardinals Express

Denial of Defendant's Motion for Summary Judgment

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Education

2005

University of Connecticut School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Southern Connecticut State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2009

Nuts & Bolts Continuing Legal Education

Residential Real Estate Closings

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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