Engaged in the private practice of law for 25 years, with heavy emphasis in Family Law and Civil Litigation. Very comfortable and experienced in the courtroom, with excellent litigation and negotiation skills. Has recently filed, and won, appeals in both state and federal courts. Family Law cases have included over 20 years of divorce, custody, child support and adoption matters, including many international adoptions. Very familiar with the Courts in Harris, Galveston, and Brazoria Counties. Has a good track record in numerous grandparent and father custody cases. Served as Associate Municipal Judge of Friendswood, Texas from 1993 to 1996 and has served multiple terms as Chairman, an appointed member of the City of Friendswood Zoning Board of Adjustments.
Prior to being licensed, worked one semester as a volunteer clerk at a U.S. District Court in Houston, two years each as a law clerk in an admiralty and insurance defense firm, as a clerk at the Vinson & Elkins law library, and as a legal assistant at a small personal injury firm.
Currently residing and practicing in Friendswood, Texas. Hobbies include sailing, golf and other sports activities. Has coached youth softball and soccer for many years. Served on the Board of Directors of the Friendswood Girls Softball Association, and assisted the Space City Futbol Club with volunteer coaching and with legal representation.
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217 B East Parkwood Ave, Friendswood, TX, 77546-5145
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Posted by anonymous | February 3, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I had to hire Mr. Hughes to represent me because my previous Attorney (I will not put his name bc he is also in Friendswood) dropped the ball and folded in Court when he never should’ve. Mr. Hughes was able to get certain Orders modified. He is not scared to go up against ‘bully’ Attorneys, especiall...
Posted by Dave | January 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Very knowledgeable and dependable. He is to the point and does not waste your time or money and does an amazing job in the courtroom. Has a great staff and will treat you right and get the job done.
Posted by anonymous | January 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I was very scared going into all this child custody matter with my children's father. Fortunately, he ask if I had any text, pictures or any other proof I had on him (my ex) and of course, I did. It was the easiest legal process I've ever been through. His staff is amazing, One of the women in pa...
Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I have hired Mr. Hughes 4 times now! Not only does he know the law better than most attorneys I've spoken with, he is amazing in Court. I know the term 'bedside manner' is normally used when speaking of M.D.'s, but Mr. Hughes does indeed have great bedside manner. He made sure I felt safe; told me...
Posted by anonymous | January 9, 2017 | Hired Attorney
After $30,000 and 2 1/2 years he had done nothing!! Terrible with communication!! Not knowledgeable on how to proceed with a divorce!! He's all about extending case... he gets more money!! Had to ask him several times to take care of certain things for me...can't depend on him to follow through!!...
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
2010
Certificate of Appreciation for Pro Bono Work, Galveston County
2005
Certificate of Appreciation for Pro Bono Services, Galveston County Bar Association
2002
Certificate of Appreciation for Pro Bono Services, Galveston County Bar Association
1994
Certificate of Appreciation, Little League Baseball
1989
Undefeated, A.B.A. National Negotiations Competitions
1988
Top Ten Oralist, Garland Walker - Dunn, Kacal, Adams, Livingston, Pappas & Law Mock Trial Competition
1988
Top Ten Team, Reynolds, White, Allen & Cook Negotiations Competitions
1988
Undefeated, A.B.A. National Negotiations Competitions
1987
Top Ten Individual Oralist, Abraham, Watkins, Nichols, Ballard, Onstad & Friend Mock Trial Competition
1987
Second highest team score, STCL Advanced Evidence Seminar Mock Trials
1987
Semifinalist, South Texas Negotiations Competition
1987
Top Ten Team, Reynolds, White, Allen & Cook Negotiations Competitions
1987
Winner, Student Bar Association award for Outstanding Advocacy Student
1989 - Present
Attorney, Greg A. Hughes, P.C.
1993 - 1996
Associate Municipal Judge, Friendswood Municipal Court
2001 - Present
City of Friendswood Zoning Board of AdjustmentsMember (Current Chairman)
1992 - Present
The Rotary Club of Friendswood, TexasMember
(Past President)
Member
Volunteer
1987 - 1988
South Texas Board of AdvocatesMember of the Board of Directors
2015
2015
2015
2004
1989
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1986
B.A., Political Science, with minor in Psychology
English