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Valerie Garcia Hong

Litigation Attorney at San Diego, CA

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  • Licensed for 18 years
    State CA
    Acquired 2005
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    Active No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Dependable
Corrie
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Honestly the BEST
Sammy
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About Valerie

Learn Valerie’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Litigation
    60%
    Business, Civil & Trial, Real Estate

  2. Personal injury
    30%
    Plaintiff Personal Injury

  3. Appeals
    10%

Valerie Garcia Hong represents individuals and companies with business litigation matters, including contract disputes, partnership and corporate matters, professional negligence claims, and premises liability. Valerie also advocates for individuals and families who have been injured in car accidents, slip and falls, and wrongful death actions. 

For over 10 years, Valerie has also worked as an Adjunct Professor at California Western School of Law. She obtained her law degree from Chicago-Kent College of Law and Bachelors of Science in Journalism from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

​​AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

  • Top 25 Women San Diego Super Lawyers by Super Lawyers Magazine (2019-2022)
  • Top 50 San Diego Super Lawyers by Super Lawyers Magazine (2019-2022)
  • "Service to the Legal Community" by the San Diego County Bar Association (2020)
  • 40 Top Business Leaders Under 40 Finalist by San Diego Business Journal (2018)
  • "Super Lawyer" (2016-2022) and "Rising Star" (2015) by Super Lawyers Magazine
  • "Best of the Bar" by San Diego Business Journal (2015-2016)
  • “Excellence in the Law” by the Filipino American Cultural Organization
  • “President’s Award” by the Filipino American Lawyers of San Diego

​​COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

  • Pag-asa Legal Clinic (Director)
  • Filipino American Lawyers of San Diego (FALSD) (President and Director)
  • Filipino American Chamber of Commerce - San Diego (Director)
  • Women of Color in the Law (Director)
  • San Diego County Bar Association's Civil Litigation Committee
  • San Diego County Bar Association's Ethnic & Racial Diversity Committee
  • San Diego County Bar Association's Appellate Committee
  • Ladies on Course Golf Club (President)
  • Reading Legacies (Board of Trustees)

​​SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

  • San Diego County Bar Association / Law + Technology Summit: “Ethics of Technology & How Not to Commit Malpractice with your Computer" (2019)
  • San Diego County Bar Association / Civil Litigation Committee: “Essentials for a Civil Litigator’s Toolbox – Ethics in Mediation” (2018)
  • Ahern Insurance / McCarthy & Holthus: “Ethics and Substance Abuse” (2018)
  • Lawyers Club / International Women’s Day: “Challenges Facing Women Trial Lawyers” (2018)
  • San Diego Defense Lawyers: "Appellate Issues for Civil Defense Litigators" (2016)
  • San Diego County Bar Association – North County: "Appellate Tips for the Trial Attorney" (2014)
  • Filipino American Chamber of Commerce – San Diego: "Employment and Litigation Matters for Small Business Owners" (2013)
  • Pan Asian Lawyers of San Diego, Tax Law Society, and Filipino American Lawyers of San Diego: “Hanging Up Your Own Shingle - Tips for Solo Practitioners Including Legal Ethics” (2012)

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Suite 2250
San Diego, CA, 92101
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Posted by Corrie | February 16, 2022
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Dependable
Attorney Valerie Hong is the embodiment of professionalism and commendable negotiation skills. She showed compassion and exuded confidence in handling my case. It was so reassuring to hear her say “ we will get this resolved “. I put my trust in her. True to her word, after a year long of uncertainties, She was able to negotiate and found closure on my case. She does not hesitate to go that extra mile for her client. I felt so special when she told me that I can call her on a Sunday, off office hours at that when I have questions. I could not have asked for a better legal counsel. She gave me peace of mind. I will be forever grateful for her service.
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Posted by Sammy | February 13, 2022
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Honestly the BEST
Honestly the BEST. Valerie took my personal injury case defending me recognizing there was no possible chance of winning and it was about minimizing the damage. She was able to work with my financial status and communicated with me throughout the legal process. There were so many times where it would have been cheaper to file for bankruptcy, however Valerie got me through this case without my having to do this. Yes attorneys are expensive and I've worked with attorneys who just took my money or wanted to settle. Valerie presented me options and expressed how much things would cost and after two years refunded me the balance of our trust. I spoke with hundreds of lawyers before I chose Valerie because of her reputation on SuperLawyers and Avvo in addition to her close proximity to the courthouse recognizing she was legit and not just someone with a license to practice law. While I do not ever want to need legal representation, Valerie Garcia-Hong is the first person I would ask for help. Thank you.
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Posted by Marysol | January 10, 2021
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Great Experience
Hiring Garcia Hong Law has been a constant breath of fresh air for me. I had an already ongoing case where I needed both Corporate and Employment representation and, in just 24 hours after officially being hired, Valerie turned around the outcome of the case in my favor. Working with Valerie is like working with a best friend who cares and looks out for you, she gives you straight answers and breaks down all legal information for a better understanding, she keeps you in the loop of any follow-up and responds diligently to any questions or concerns you may have trough out your case. Hopefully, I will not need legal services again in the future but if I do, I will definitely hire Garcia Hong Law again.
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Posted by Doris | April 5, 2020
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Excellence & Concern
As a first-timer in a lawsuit and litigation world, I was glad and thankful to the Lord for directing me to Atty. Valerie. She gave time to know even the smallest details of the case and its surrounding circumstances. She combined her legal expertise and cultural background in helping me. She made sure her advice was for my best interest. She went above and beyond a face-to-face meeting just to accommodate my concerns and inquiries. She has been a blessing.
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Posted by John | October 9, 2018
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Car Accident
My pregnant girlfriend and I had a car accident last year with a drunk driver. We knew we needed a lawyer and we’re glad Ms. Valerie Hong helped us through the process. She help us reduced the amount of money we owe in chiropractor and the hospital bills. And also we received a good settlement for my family. We are blessed and thankful to have Ms. Valerie Hong on our side. We appreciate her effort and her kindess. Thanks again.
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Cost

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  • Hourly Rates $ 300-485 per hour
Payment methods
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AVVO RATING 9.3 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Principal/Attorney
  • Garcia Hong Law APC
  • 2018 - Present
  • Shareholder
  • Pettit Kohn Ingrassia & Lutz PC
  • 2007 - 2018
  • Associate
  • Gilbert, Kelly, Crowley & Jennett, LLP
  • 2005 - 2007

Education

  • Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • N/A
  • University of Illinois
  • Undergraduate
  • N/A

Legal Cases

  • Yee v. Cheung (2013) 220 Cal.App.4th 184

Associations

  • Pan Asian Lawyers of San Diego
  • N/A
  • Filipino American Lawyers of San Diego
  • N/A
  • San Diego County Bar Association
  • Appellate Committee, Website Liaison
  • N/A
  • San Diego Defense Lawyers Association
  • 2012 - 2013
  • Association of Business Trial Lawyers (San Diego chapter)
  • 2010 - 2012
  • San Diego Inn of Court
  • 2008 - 2008
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Super Lawyer
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2020
  • Super Lawyer
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2019
  • Super Lawyer
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2018
  • Super Lawyer
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2017
  • Super Lawyer
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2016
  • Super Lawyers
  • Super Lawyers Magazine
  • 2015
  • Top Attorneys Award
  • The Daily Transcript
  • 2013
  • Young Attorneys Award (Nominated)
  • The Daily Transcript
  • 2012
  • President's Award for Outstanding Service
  • Filipino American Lawyers of San Diego
  • 2009
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Publications

Speaking Engagements

  • Civil Litigation Committee
  • “Essentials for a Civil Litigator’s Toolbox – Ethics in Mediation”
  • 2018
  • International Women’s Day
  • Challenges Facing Women Trial Lawyers”
  • 2018
  • San Diego Defense Lawyers
  • "Appellate Issues for Civil Defense Litigators"
  • 2016
  • North County Bar Association
  • "Creating and Preserving Your Case for Appeal: How, When, and Why to Object, Raise, and Preserve Issues"
  • 2013
  • Thomas Jefferson School of Law
  • "Hanging Up Your Own Shingle - Tips for Solo Practitioners"
  • 2012
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Ghazal Sharif
Litigation Attorney | Jun 18
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"Valerie is skilled trial lawyer, with experience, knowledge and passion. She is a fighter, problem–solver and looks for opportunity within the problem. She is well liked and trusted by all, including Judges, opposing counsel and her clients! She is a force to be reckoned with!"
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San Diego Litigation Lawyer Valerie Garcia Hong
Valerie Garcia Hong
Litigation Attorney
San Diego, CA
Licensed for 18 years
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