About William

Biography

W. Craft Hughes is an experienced personal injury lawyer at the trial law firm of Hughes Ellzey LLP in Houston, Texas. His experience and access to essential medical and scientific resources contributes to his success in handling complex personal injury, medical malpractice and false claims act / qui tam government fraud litigation cases.

Born and raised in Abilene, Texas, W. Craft Hughes earned his Bachelor of Business Administration degree in 2000 from Texas Tech University, and his Doctorate of Jurisprudence from South Texas College of Law in 2004.

Community Activities:
Former Precinct Chairman-Harris County Democratic Party

Areas of Practice

Personal Injury -- Plaintiff
Wrongful Death -- Plaintiff
Medical Products & Devices
Motor Vehicle Defects
Pharmaceutical Products
Whistleblower/Qui Tam
Medical Malpractice
Motor Vehicle Accidents -- Plaintiff
Bad Faith Insurance
Class Actions -- Plaintiff
Wage & Hour Laws -- Employee
Wage & Hour Laws
Litigation & Appeals
Complex Litigation
Federal Trial Practice
Multidistrict Litigation
State Trial Practice
Assault & Battery -- Plaintiff
Aviation Accidents -- Plaintiff
Premises Liability -- Plaintiff
Property Damage -- Plaintiff
Railroad Accidents -- Plaintiff
Products Liability Law
Recreational Products
Railroad Worker Injury/FELA
Toxic Torts

Litigation Percentage

100% of Practice Devoted to Litigation

Certified Legal Specialties

Real Estate Agent, Texas Real Estate Commission

Bar Admissions

Texas, 2004
U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas, 2004
U.S. District Court Northern District of Texas, 2007
U.S. District Court Western District of Texas, 2008
U.S. District Court Eastern District of Texas, 2005
Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals (2015)
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals (2015)
Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals (2017)
U.S. Supreme Court (2010)

Education

South Texas College of Law, Houston, Texas
- J.D. - May, 2004
- Honors: Mock Trial
Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas
- B.B.A. - December, 2000
- Honors: Dean's List/Honors College
- Major: Information Systems

Professional Associations and Memberships

Texas Trial Lawyers Association, Member
American Association Justice, Member
Houston Trial Lawyer's Association
Texas Young Lawyer's Association
Houston Bar Association

Practice Areas

Car Accident 20%

Have you or a loved one suffered serious injuries in a car accident? You are entitled to claim compensation for your medical costs, lost income and, in some cases, for your pain and suffering. Get the compensation you need and deserve. Call now.

22 years

20%

Defective and Dangerous Products 20%

You trust the products you use to be safe and function correctly. Whether you're at work, home, or on the road, your safety and the safety of your family depends on these products. If you've been injured by a dangerous or defective product -call now.

22 years

20%

Personal Injury 20%

When the case is challenging, you need legal representation that is both aggressive and astute. is a firm that represents clients in complex personal injury litigation. We are experienced, knowledgeable and resourceful in litigating complex matters.

22 years

20%

Wrongful Death 20%

At Hughes Ellzey, we practice law with a personal approach. You will meet with an attorney in a one-on-one consultation to discuss your wrongful death lawsuit. Call our law office in Houston, Texas, at 1-888-350-3931.

22 years

20%

Wrongful Termination 20%

If you lost your job and feel you were treated unfairly, we can help. We are experienced in wrongful termination litigation. If you've been the target of discrimination in the workplace, please call our law office in Houston, TX, at 1-888-350-3931.

22 years

20%