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Adam Joseph Hepburn
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Adam Hepburn is the managing partner of HHJ’s Personal Injury Division, specializing in catastrophic injuries and wrongful death. Just two years after opening his firm, Adam was named a Super Lawyer within the field of personal injury, an award reserved for only the top 2.5% of attorneys in the nation. Adam is responsible for litigating the most complex injury cases, including any case valued over $1 million dollars. Since the firm’s opening in 2018, Adam has successfully recovered millions of dollars for his clients. Adam and his firm were also recently voted the “Best Litigation Firm” by their peers in the San Diego Union-Tribune.
Adam’s interest in the law started when he attended the #1 public university in the world, U.C. Berkeley. Adam’s passion for serving the community led him to the California State Senate, where he assisted a state senator with public policy initiatives and constituent communications. His legislative experience ignited his passion for law, and he soon began working at the court in Oakland, California. After graduating U.C. Berkeley, Adam received a full-tuition merit scholarship to law school in San Diego, California, where his legal career took off.
Adam ranked amongst the top 5% of his class and often obtained the highest grade in his challenging law school courses. In addition to writing for his school’s Law Review, Adam earned his position on the school’s highly decorated Trial Advocacy Team and won many awards and trial competitions across the nation. Due to his trial skills and impressive scholastic abilities, Adam was hand-picked to work with the U.S. Navy JAG Corps in San Diego to help defend military members facing serious criminal charges. Adam also worked with the San Diego Public Defender’s Office where he litigated multiple jury trials with immense success even before he was admitted to the State Bar.
Early in Adam’s practice, he distinguished himself as a highly skilled trial attorney by litigating many trials against both the District Attorney’s Office and City Attorney’s Office with amazing results. Adam’s acquittal and dismissal rate was one of the highest in an office with over 200 attorneys. Wanting to develop his trial skills even further, Adam was hand selected and accepted into one of the most highly regarded trial skills programs in the world, The Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in Dubois, Wyoming. Adam spent over a month training with the best trial lawyers in the world to perfect his craft. It was during this time that Adam decided to focus his career and talent to fighting against powerful and rich insurance companies trying to take advantage of injured victims.
Adam always strives give back to his community. Adam served on the Board of Directors for The San Diego Freedom Ranch, a non-profit residential treatment program operating in San Diego for over 40 years. Adam also serves as a trial coach at California Western School of Law, where he teaches law students trial skills and trial techniques. Whether fighting in court on behalf of his clients or out in the community volunteering his time and resources, Adam’s passion is to help others and fight for those who have no voice.
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Licensed in California for 12 years
State: California
Acquired: 2013
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Practice Areas
Personal Injury (25)
Lawsuits & Disputes (19)
Criminal Defense (17)
Car Accidents (13)
Insurance (7)
DUI & DWI (6)
Litigation (6)
Animal & Dog Bites (2)
Domestic Violence (2)
Brain Injury (1)
Debt Settlement (1)
Expungement (1)
Motorcycle Accident (1)
Slip and Fall Accident (1)
Violent Crime (1)
Workers Compensation (1)
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Case Results (45)
Advocacy (34)
Recommendation (30)
Professionalism (18)
Responsiveness (18)
Practice Area Knowledge (16)
Communication Style (14)
Trustworthiness (12)
Character & Conduct (10)
Compassion (9)
Staff & Support (7)
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Showing 1 - 5 of 14 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by Nicholas | March 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Could not have managed this without Adam
We have been trying manage the fallout of a motor vehicle accident. I could not be more grateful to have been connected with Adam as he has been incredibly supportive, responsive, and has taught us so much. I can not imagine trying to navigate the insurance and health systems without his support ...
Posted by Kevin | June 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Motorcycle Accident
Injured 10 days before the birth of my child
I was involved in a motorcycle accident just 10 days before the birth of my child and sustained major injuries. I thought the process would go smooth since it was clear the other party was at fault, so I attempted to go about the process by myself. When I received a lowball offer for my property dama...
Posted by Dawn | December 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Great attorney
I was recently injured in an auto accident where my car was hit from behind and totaled. The driver responsible had an expired license and no insurance. Although I was covered under my own insurance for this type of accident, my insurance offered no assistance at all. I was in pain and not sure wh...
Posted by Irma | December 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Animal & Dog Bites
Awesome lawyer
I had a dog bite incident and needed a personal injury attorney I chose HHJ to help me . Adam Hepburn was my attorney he’s great explained everything answered all my questions kept me up to date on my case and was just a phone call away .This was the first time I ever needed a personal injury attor...
Posted by Sima | November 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Thank you
I am so grateful for all the help and support I received from Adam Hepburn and his team. He personally called me several times and addressed all my concerns. The quality of their work and genuine care for the victim during a difficult time is priceless. They did exactly what they promised to do in...
Adam Joseph Hepburn's Lawyer Endorsements
"I had the pleasure of consulting with Adam before a trial and his expertise and knowledge were incredibly helpful. His insight helped us win at our trial and I cannot recommend him enough."
"Adam is an exceptionally gifted trial attorney. I worked with Adam for almost five years, and I don't think I know anyone who is as smooth and polished. He is force to be reckoned with in the courtroom. I would endorse Adam for any type of case."
"Adam is one of the most skilled trial lawyers I know. I've known Adam since law school, where he was a star student at the top of our class and won numerous awards for his oral advocacy skills in moot court and trial team competitions. I also worked with him at the Public Defenders Office and have seen his skill as a trial lawyer first-hand. Between his tremendous work ethic and the clean competence with which he handles a courtroom, Adam is someone I would trust to represent my closest friends and family."
"Adam is a top-notch trial lawyer who knows how to connect with juries and judges. He has honed his craft as a veteran public defender in San Diego and graduate of Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyer's College. Adam works tirelessly for his clients and possesses an energy and enthusiasm for his work that is unmatched. I love talking over cases with Adam because he not only knows the law but is extremely creative and innovative. He wins difficult cases. Period. You'd be lucky to have him in your corner."
"Adam and I attended the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers' College and I have seen his work first-hand. He is an outstanding trial attorney and he gets results! I highly recommend this lawyer."
"Adam is an outstanding attorney who conducts himself with integrity both in and out of court. Any client would be fortunate to have him as their counsel."
"Adam Hepburn is an exceptional attorney. He is energetic, knowledgeable, and highly skilled in the courtroom. He is also a wonderful person to know. With him as your attorney you can be sure you are in great hands!"
"I've worked with Adam through the Trial Lawyers College. Simply put, he's a good person. Talented, and will put in the time needed to get the best outcome available. He's a trial lawyer, the best kind of lawyer in my opinion."
"Adam has a fantastic reputation throughout San Diego County as an intelligent trial attorney who obtains fantastic results for his clients. The Public Defender's Office is lucky to have Adam and any client should feel 100% comfortable with Adam as his or her attorney."
"Adam is one of the most highly trained attorneys that I know. He recently finished a trial training that very few lawyers are even invited to attend. Adam is one of the few lawyers in San Diego that I trust to refer clients to. I highly recommend him."
"It's been a pleasure working with Adam over the years. He is bright and cares about his clients."
"Adam has the passion and a skills that make him an exceptional attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2018
The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
2018
Rising Star in the field of Personal Injury, American Institute of Legal Advocates
Work Experience
2012 - 2018
Public Defender, San Diego Public Defender's Office
2011 - 2011
Law Clerk, US Navy Jag
Associations
2018 - Present
North County Bar AssociationMember
2018 - Present
San Diego Criminal Defense Bar AssociationMember
Education
2013
California Western SOL
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
Univ of California Berkeley
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
2019
Elder Law & Advocacy MCLE
Personal Injury Law Related to Seniors
Languages
Spanish
Korean