Hugh J. Howerton

Hugh J. Howerton

5.0
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 38 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Personal Injury

13030 Rummel Creek, Houston, TX

About Hugh

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Personal Injury 100%

Hugh Howerton is one of America's top rated attorneys and specializes in personal injury and wrongful death cases.

38 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 38 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1987

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Hugh Howerton

13030 Rummel Creek, Houston, TX, 77079

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Hugh J. Howerton's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ginny | January 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney

An Exceptional Lawyer

Mr. Howerton is an exceptional lawyer. He possesses all of the skills needed to help his clients. As he works through your case, you realize how fortunate you are to have Mr. Howerton represent you. Mr. Howerton is able to view situations holistically. He considers all the legal aspects of the ca...se, and also understands his clients’personal reactions and needs in regard to the case. As a client you never feel that you have been forgotten. He addresses your anxiety and helps you find comfort. Yet at the same time he explains to you legally how things are moving and answers anything you do not understand; and you realize that the legal part of your case is in expert hands too. Mr. Howerton starts your case without hesitation. He keeps you informed throughput with frequent emails. As he works and communicates with you, you relax in his legal expertise but you also find that through your communication Mr. Howerton is able to assess your personal needs- be it more understanding or a need to leases your anxiety— and he is able to help, even when you did not realize that you needed his help. Mr. Howerton completed our case over 6 months and 1 week. It was a learning experience for me and it also became a safe and pleasant experience through Mr. Howerton’s compassion and legal expertise. Thank you, Mr. Howerton.

Posted by anonymous | April 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Janice Bernal

I cannot say enough about this lawyer. This lawyer is pretty much what I expected in a highly qualified, professional and courteous person. I didn’t have to constantly call him to see how things was going, he contacted me only when info was needed and or update me on how things was going. I allow him... to do his job to settle my case and he did with awesome results and I can’t be more pleased, my thanks to him. Job well done.

Posted by Meghan | April 22, 2015 | Personal Injury

Fantastic Lawyer- So happy we had him on our side!

Hugh Howerton was a fantastic lawyer. He handled my mother's case after she was in a bad car accident in Houston. After we were unsatisfied with a different lawyer in Houston, we switched to him and couldn't be happier with the decision to change. He went above and beyond with staying in contact, and... explaining each step of the process. In addition to to a fabulous outcome, Hugh delt with making sure all hospital bills and medicare were covered. I would absolutely recommend him.

Posted by Colleen Caulkett | April 15, 2015 | Personal Injury

Hugh J. Howerton

Hugh Howerton is a phenominal lawyer. During our first conversation, he stated that he would deal with the legal aspects of my personal injury case and that my job was to get better. Hugh did exactly that! He responded instantly to any questions or concerns that I had. He was relentless in purs...uing a positive outcome to my case. His integrity, professionalism and knowledge of the law are unsurpassed. I have complete faith and trust in his ability and recommend Hugh Howerton without any reservation

Posted by Scott | November 12, 2014 | Mediation

One couldn't ask for a better attorney!

During my mediation, the mediator asked me as to how I got so lucky to have Hugh represent my case. You could see in the other attorney's face that the other 2 attorney's knew Hugh wasn't going to back down on my behalf. All the years of experience all come together and he goes to war for you! I... pray that I never have a need for another attorney in the future, but without a doubt, I wouldn't hesitate to call up Hugh once again. I would highly recommend him to anyone I know and THERE IS A REASON WHY YOU CAN'T FIND A NEGATIVE REVIEW ON HIM!!!!!! As we all know you can't please everyone and to still not have a single negative review says it all.

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Hugh J. Howerton's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anna Din

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Debra Jennings

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an outstanding attorney with a strong commitment to meeting his client's goals and objectives. Hugh possess a technical understanding of the law, courts and judges. He is an advocate that you want on your side and not your opponent's side."

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Top 100 Texas Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2013

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Top100 TexasTrial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyer

2012

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2011

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

"AV" Rating Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell Legal Directory

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Founder, Law Offices of Hugh J Howerton, P.L.L.C.

Associations

2005 - 2011

Houston Trial Lawyers Association

Director

1987 - 2012

Texas Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Brain Injury

Case settled for a significant amount

18-Wheeler Truck Accident

Successful verdict for client which was 24 times the settlement offer

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Education

1986

South Texas College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

University of Texas System, Austin

Languages

English

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