About Adam

Biography

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.

Practice Areas

Car Accident 25%

HHJ Trial Attorneys aggressively help victims of car accidents get the maximum amount of compensation. We have successfully settled many cases for clients so that they can receive the maximum settlement amount.

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Personal Injury 25%

I represent all types of personal injury cases, including car accidents, truck accidents, slip and fall, dog bites, pedestrian accidents, and wrongful death cases.

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Animal and Dog Bites 10%

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Criminal Defense 10%

Experienced criminal trial attorney dealing with all aspects of the criminal process, including arrest, criminal investigation, criminal charges, trial, sentencing, appeals, and post-trial issues.

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DUI and DWI 10%

Experienced DUI trial attorney handling all DUI cases from arrest through jury trial. This includes standard misdemeanor DUI offenses as well as felony DUI offenses with serious bodily injury.

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Domestic Violence 10%

The outcome of your domestic violence case can have lasting effects on you and your family. That's why it is so important to have an attorney that knows how to aggressively fight for your rights during a difficult and emotional time of your life. I h

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Motorcycle Accident 10%

HHJ Trial Attorneys aggressively help victims of motorcycle accidents get the maximum amount of compensation. We have successfully settled many cases for clients so that they can receive the maximum settlement amount.

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 12 years

State: California

Acquired: 2013

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945 4th Avenue, Suite 201, San Diego, CA, 92101

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355 S. Grand Ave., Suite 2450, Los Angeles, CA, 90071

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2121 Palomar Airport Road, Suite 300, Carlsbad, CA, 92009

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1917 India St #200 San Diego, CA 92101, San Diego, CA, 92101

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1 Better World Cir Suite 220 Temecula, CA 92590, Temecula, CA, 92590

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6435 Caminito Blythefield San Diego, CA 92037, San Diego, CA, 92037

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6435 Caminito Blythefield, Suite D La Jolla, CA 92037, La Jolla, CA, 92037

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Adam Joseph Hepburn's Reviews

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64 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Wade | March 30, 2022

Former Police Officer Recommends Adam Hepburn

I have interacted with a number of attorneys as a former police officer. Adam Hepburn, with his vast trial experience and expertise, stands head and shoulders above any attorney I have ever met. You want this man on your side!

Posted by Julian | August 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Responsive and Understanding!

Adam and his team are amazing! After a not-at-fault car accident, we contacted HHJ when our medical needs and claims weren't being addressed, even with dash cam video. They quickly understood our situation and took care of our case and medical care. Would happily recommend to anyone looking to forget... about their case and move on with their life.

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Posted by Michael | October 02, 2020 | Personal Injury

The Best!

As an attorney I’ve met many of my peers around San Diego while networking, all in an attempt to find the best in each field of law. I want to be able to refer my clients to the right team if my firm doesn’t handle their type of case. If you’re looking for a personal injury or trial attorney, look no... further! Adam Hepburn is the pinnacle of experience, compassion, and zealous advocacy. He will do everything possible to make sure you are taken care of and I have no reservation in whole heartedly recommending him to anyone. Do yourself a favor and at least give him a call!

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Posted by Oscar | October 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Impressive

Beyond impressed by the services received from Adam Hepburn. I was in the middle of completing a contract with another law firm when I was referred to Adam by a friend of mine. I gave him a call and after meeting with him, he gave me the confidence and I felt comfortable knowing I was making the righ...t decision switching attorneys. His knowledge and experience in and outside the court room greatly surpassed my expectations. He was always available to answer questions quickly. He not only served as my attorney but more or less as a friend that made me feel comfortable through this difficult time. I went from facing a felony with mandatory jail time to a misdemeanor with the most minimum fines and penalties. I have dealt with other attorneys in the past but none compare to his work ethic and bargaining skills. I’am definitely glad I decided to go with him to represent me. I highly recommend him!!

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Adam Joseph Hepburn's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christopher Nichols

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

Taylor Gaines

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

Sander Dawson

Litigation lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

Douglas Skelton

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

Edwin Schwartz

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

Aaron Glover

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

Jennifer Gerstenzang

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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!"

Eric Ganci

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

Troy Holan

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

Troy Owens

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."