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Hector Z. Oropeza is a seasoned personal injury attorney focused on securing justice and maximum recoveries for injured clients. Since joining Morgan & Morgan in 2023, Mr. Oropeza has litigated a wide range of injury matters — including automobile and trucking collisions, products liability, negligent security, slip-and-fall, and pedestrian accidents — and recently obtained a sizeable pre‑trial settlement for an injured client. His current practice emphasizes aggressive investigation, meticulous preparation, and practical courtroom experience to resolve cases favorably both at mediation and trial.
Earlier in his career Mr. Oropeza handled criminal defense matters (DUI, driving with a suspended license, theft, possession, assault) and gained extensive trial and client-advocacy experience; he now lists that work in his past practice experience while concentrating his active caseload on civil personal injury. He also brings a strong transactional and corporate background to his litigation work from his time at Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP, where he structured and reorganized hedge funds and private equity entities and participated in advocacy for Guantanamo Bay detainees. Prior roles include associate work at Cohen & Cohen, P.C. and serving as Vice President of Legal Affairs for Capital Reporting Company. He is a founding member of Oropeza Law Firm, PLLC.
Mr. Oropeza earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Maryland and his J.D. from Howard University School of Law, where he competed on the International Moot Court Team and served as Vice President of La Alianza. He is a member of the Hispanic Bar Association of the District of Columbia and the Bar Association of the District of Columbia and has been listed on the Continental Who’s Who Registry of National Business Leaders.
Committed to access to justice, Mr. Oropeza volunteered with Christian Legal Aid at Covenant Life Church and represents indigent defendants through Maryland’s Appointed Attorney Program. He continues to advocate vigorously for clients in the D.C. and Maryland area and is available for consultations regarding personal injury matters.
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Acquired: 2024
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State: Maryland
Acquired: 2009
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State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2009
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State: New York
Acquired: 2008
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199 E Montgomery Ave. Suite 100, Rockville, MD, 20850
601 pennsylvania Ave., NW, South Building, Suite 900, Washington, DC, 20004
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Posted by Gabrielle | November 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Amazing Experience!
Wow! I’d just like to take the time to appreciate Mr. Oropeza! He did a phenomenal job with my case and closed it with no problems! Highly recommend him to anyone who’s close to me !
Posted by Gameel | April 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
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My case was in Washington county, Hector was right to the point, he earned the judge’s respect, after the case ended the judge complimented him and told me that I got myself one of the top lawyers, the judge told Hector that he wishes to see him more often in his courtroom. It was my first time to he...
Posted by Amy | December 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
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I can’t say enough about Hector Oropeza!! I selected Hector while searching for a criminal lawyer for a DWI. I’m so thankful that my prayers guided me to this lawyer. I’d never been in legal trouble before and I was very anxious and overwhelmed with worry. Hector’s knowledge, sincere concern a...
Posted by Stefanie | December 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Thankful for Hector's Expertise, Guidance, and Empathy
Hector helped me get through a divorce in a manner that was, legally and administratively speaking, relatively quick and painless. Without his assistance things likely would have turned out worse, and I would have gone through much more stress. I appreciated his empathy and guidance on how to smar...
Posted by Steve | September 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Professional and Fantastic
In my DUI case, Hector handled it better than I could have hoped for. He worked out convenient and affordable payment, demonstrated proficient knowledge both in and out of the courtroom, and worked with me in handling all aspects of the case all along the way. I am very pleased with his professional ...
"Expert personal injury lawyers! Attorney Oropeza is an experienced and skilled serious truck, bus and car accident lawyer with many years in the business. Very personable. I highly recommend and endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Hector for a couple of years and have had the pleasure of working with him. I am confident in his work ethic and abilities and would endorse / recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Oropeza is a dedicated advocate who fights for his clients best interests. Mr. Oropeza consistently obtains favorable results for his clients."
"I have had the pleasure of working with attorney Hector Oropeza over the last year. I have found him to be intelligent, approachable and knowledgeable. I highly recommend attorney Oropeza."
Personal injury lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Family lawyer
2023 - Present
Litigation Attorney, Morgan & Morgan
2014 - 2023
Owner, Oropeza Law Firm, PLLC
2009 - 2014
Partner, Castro & Oropeza, PLLC
2006 - 2008
Associate, Fried Frank Harris Shriver & Jacobson
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JD - Juris Doctor
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BA - Bachelor of Arts
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