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Biography
Why do we only practice employment law? Because the workplace is where we spend most of our lives. It is where we will invest our time and talents for ourselves and our families and where we will build our futures. Just two years after I graduated law school, a family member was demoted based upon his age. He had worked all his life, providing for his family, and at age 62, a substantially younger employee was given his job. The case affected me greatly, and from that point, employment law became my focus.
At Hughes & Goldner, PLLC, we understand the economic and emotional injuries of losing your job, demotion, failure of accommodation, discrimination, or harassment. We hope that you will take the time to read our clients' reviews to become more familiar with our approach to representation. Thank you for visiting this site. For more information, see our website.
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Licensed in North Carolina for 9 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
Licensed in West Virginia for 29 years
State: West Virginia
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 15 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 29 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 35 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
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Showing 6 - 6 of 6 reviews | Compassion
Posted by Tanmy | January 26, 2015 | Employment & Labor
Angels in disguise
When my life was turned upside down, and I was let go from my job while on medical leave . I didn't know what to do or where to turn. I was calling around to find out who to talk to, and I was referred to my "Angel in Disguise" Maria Hughes. She was not only honest and , trustworthy , she was comp...
Maria Walters Hughes's Lawyer Endorsements
"Maria is one of the most talented lawyer in West Virginia. She is one of the few employment lawyers who will actually take a case to trial and not accept the lowball offers from the insurance companies. She is very aggressive but also very professional and a joy to work with on a case. I often refer people to Maria."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is one of the premier employment law attorneys in our city and State. I would highly recommend her for any employment law or wrongful termination matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. Maria did a fantastic job on a case I referred to her. She conducted a thorough investigation and was very skilful at taking depositions of the defendant's witnesses. I highly recommend Maria!"
"Maria is an excellent lawyer. She does a wonderful job for her clients and gets very good results."
"Maria is well-recognized in WV as one of the top employment lawyers. Although she practices a significant amount of time in the employment area, I have worked with her in product liability and bodily injury litigation. She is superb in all areas of litigation practice."
"I endorse this lawyer. Maria is an excellent lawyer, and has gotten superb results for her clients. She knows the law and knows how to try cases. and is an effective advocate."
"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent counsel on both plaintiff and defense work."
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Experience
Honors
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
1990
Order of the Coif, WVU College of Law
1990
Patrick Duffy Koontz Award-Scholastic Achievement, WVU College of Law
1988
WV Law Review, WVU College of Law
Work Experience
2012 - 2020
Member, Hughes & Goldner PLLC
Associations
2016 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Onslow County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
West Virginia Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Leadership West VirginiaMember
2016 - 2016
U.S.District Court of the Southern District of WVAdvisory Committee
2013 - 2020
National Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Lambert v. Cabell County Commission et al.
Settlement
Stiltner v. Cabell County Commission et al.
Settlement
Koch v. Town of Glasgow, et al.
Settlement
McDowell v. Town of Sophia et al.
Settlement
Nagy v West Virginia American Water
Verdict for James Nagy
Education
1990
West Virginia University
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
West Virginia University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2010
Employment Law
Employment Law
2008
Employee Discharge & Documentation
Recruiting, Hiring, & Orientation Procedures
1998
Employee Discharge & Documentation
Employee Discharge & Documentation
Publications
2008
Seminar materials
Recruiting, Hiring & Orientation Procedures
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers