Patrick Joseph Hughes

Patriots Law Group (PLG) is the most competent provider of military-specific legal representation available. As a senior field-grade officer with 23 years of service spanning all three Army components, I’ve seen my fair share of wrongful actions taken against undeserving Service members. I have y...et to encounter a law firm that wins more often than PLG. As a client, PLG assisted myself and 41 others in both reversing a systemic weaponization of CID and securing the return of approximately $3,000,000 in wrongfully withheld Reserve Component housing entitlements. It was an 8-year battle in Federal Court, and PLG prevailed against multiple teams of military and DoJ attorneys throughout the process. In as much as PLG succeeds in high visibility lawsuits, their team of attorneys is equally effective at the individual level. In the last 6 years, Patriots has assisted 5 of my former colleagues—successfully countering 4 wrongful administrative actions and 1 unlawful court martial proceeding. I refer Service members to PLG because they consistently win despite our Government’s seemingly limitless legal resources. The search for competent, experienced military legal support is daunting, and retaining representation early is crucial. PLG has my utmost confidence.

I was one member of many plaintiffs who were part of a very difficult class action suit involving the U.S. Defense Finance & Accounting Dept. Although the case went on for an extended period, Patrick and his team were steadfast on the case. Most importantly, I was always able to communicate with Patr...ick and his team at anytime throughout the process. I received email responses within less than 24 hours, if not immediately. I always felt they were on the job working the case. The outcome was stupendous. We couldn’t have expected such a great win without the arduous work and efforts of Patrick and his team.

I worked with Patrick on what I used to call an insurmountable legal battle. Somehow, through skill, knowledge, and patience, him and his team overcame this trouble and won. It was the best money I've spent. Throughout the process they communicated frequently, providing updates on the situation w...hich they translated into my limited vernacular. You should absolutely hire them.

I was fortunate to have been contacted by Patrick Hughes of Patriot Law Firm during the Army Reserve housing allowance case involving the misinterpretation of the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR). When the Army abruptly suspended Basic Allowance for Housing payments for many Reserve and National Guard ...Soldiers serving overseas, confusion and financial hardship spread quickly. From the beginning, Mr. Hughes showed an exceptional understanding of military pay law and how deeply these issues affected Soldiers and their families. What impressed me most was his professionalism and his genuine care for every service member involved. Mr. Hughes took the time to explain the process clearly, outline our options, and ensure that we understood both the legal and administrative steps ahead. He was always patient, accessible, and transparent—qualities that made an extremely frustrating situation far easier to manage. Mr. Hughes and his team at Patriot Law Firm approached the case with an unmatched level of diligence and persistence. He worked tirelessly to gather documentation, communicate with each client, and challenge an interpretation of the JTR that had caused widespread harm. His grasp of military regulations, coupled with his experience representing service members, gave all of us confidence that our concerns were finally being heard and taken seriously. Throughout the process, he never lost sight of what mattered most—the welfare and dignity of the Soldiers he represented. He consistently kept clients updated, sought input on important decisions, and made sure our voices were part of the effort to correct an institutional mistake. His professionalism extended beyond the courtroom; he treated each client with respect and empathy, understanding that behind every case file was a family affected by an unexpected financial burden. The results far exceeded my expectations. Thanks to Mr. Hughes’s expertise and persistence, we not only saw corrective action but also achieved a sense of justice and closure that many of us thought was out of reach. He helped restore both financial stability and faith in due process. His commitment to protecting the rights of service members and holding the Army accountable demonstrated the highest level of legal and ethical conduct. I would strongly recommend Patrick Hughes and Patriot Law Firm to any Soldier, veteran, or family member facing complex disputes with the Army or the Department of Defense. His knowledge of military law, dedication to his clients, and unwavering integrity set him apart. It’s rare to find an attorney who combines sharp legal insight with such genuine compassion for those he represents. Mr. Hughes embodies what every service member hopes to find in legal counsel—someone who truly understands the system, stands up for what’s right, and never gives up on his clients.