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Jeffrey Shawn Hughes
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Biography
The beginning of my career was devoted to defending claims for insurance companies. After 9 years, it was time to change my perspective and represent the a result, my partner and I have unique quality of being able to obtain maximum settlements for our clients and help them satisfy their expectations.
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
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Licensed in California for 34 years
State: California
Acquired: 1991
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Location
Gibson & Hughes
1551 N Tustin Ave Ste 530, Santa Ana, CA, 92705-8637
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Posted by Patrick | August 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Great guy to have on your side
Let me preface this by saying that this is the first time that I had ever needed an attorney so I have nothing to compare it to so therefore the 4 star rating. This should in no means reflect Mr. Hughes's knowledge, skills, or talents in any way. My dealings with Mr. Hughes went very well. He was v...
Posted by Kim | February 26, 2015 | Personal Injury
First Class Attorney
After being involved in a minor motor vehicle accident (I was rear ended on the highway), a friend referred me to Mr. Hughes. At the time, I wasn't interested in contacting an attorney as I didn't feel my injuries were significant. However, after a few days, it became evident that my injuries were mo...
Posted by Richard | December 09, 2014 | Personal Injury
Caring, efficient, friendy law firm
Diligent research to handle my injury case had led me to this law firm. I was most satisfied with the outcome of my case. Since, I have referred others to this firm. Each time, their cases were handled with friendly professionalism that produced excellent results in timely manner. For anyone seek...
Posted by Dave | November 06, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Bicycle vs Honda CRV
Gibson & Hughes was recommended to me by an associate. I have always been a little leary of this type of case because I feel they are abused. My dealings with Rob and Jeff gave me a feeling that this was not just a go after money but rather fairness. Jeff handled most of the case and kept me infor...
Posted by Bernadette | October 28, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Jeff Hughes is an excellent lawyer who will work hard for you
Jeff represented me on a case other attorneys said would never settle and would be too expensive to bring to court. Jeff negotiated a very fair settlement, but had we gone to court, I am confident he would have won my case. Jeff kept me informed at all times, returned calls promptly, and ensured tha...
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"Mr. Hughes and I have worked as opposing counsel on several cases over the years. Mr. Hughes is well-informed in the law and provides his clients with high quality legal representation. He comes with years of legal experience, which is very evident in his ability to handle complex issues in cases. I trust and endorse Mr. Hughes as an attorney. If I was ever in need of a PI attorney, I would choose Mr. Hughes to represent me in a case."
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Experience
Work Experience
2001 - Present
Partner, Gibson & Hughes
2000 - 2001
Associate, McNeil, Tropp & Braun
1996 - 2000
Associate, Law Offices of John M. Boyko
1991 - 1996
Associate, Bush, Koppel & Schweizer
Associations
2010 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of CaliforniaMember
2006 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Orange County Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Gharably v. Support Services of America
Settled for $95,000
Chess v. Baskaran
Settled for Policy Limits of $100,000
Tinoco v. XXX Tires
Confidential Settlement
Education
1990
University of Oklahoma College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
California State University, Northridge
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
Can I take action against my Workers Compensation lawyer for stealing my settlement, or sue him for malpractice.
12 Jan 2016
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Can an attorney take their 33% off the top
18 Nov 2015
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Do CA. doctors have to carry medical malpractice insurance ? If not, do they have to disclose to a patient that they do not ?
21 Aug 2015