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Robert W. Hughes Jr.
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Summary
I have been in practice since 1992. My practice primarily focuses on probate, guardianship and probate litigation. I have handled numerous appeals to the Georgia Court of Appeals and the Georgia Supreme Court for my clients. My firm is a small firm specializing in superior service to our clients. My team consists of three lawyers, three paralegals and an office manager who all have worked with me for many years. We are technologically savvy and communicate with our clients via email where possible.
Prior to practicing law, I owned a large printing and publishing company that I sold.
Practice Areas
- Probate
- Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
- Elder Law
- Estate Planning
- Guardianship & Conservatorship, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
Additional Practice Area
- Wrongful Death
Fees
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Free Consultation
We offer some free consultations on Will or Trust disputes depending on the facts of the case. It does not include estate planning. Please check with my administrative staff to see if your matter is one that qualifies for a free consultation. -
Credit Cards Accepted
We accept MasterCard, Visa, American Express and Discover cards. -
Contingent Fees
We accept some probate litigation, wrongful death and personal injury matters on a contingency basis. -
Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
I charge $380 per hour. Others in my firm charge $200 per hour. We require a retainer agreement before we undertake any work.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Georgia
Languages
- English
- German: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
- Owner
- Robert W. Hughes & Associates, P.C.
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- Robert W. Hughes & Associates, P.C. was formed on Janaury 1, 2009 after I hired an associate to work with me. I have worked from the same location since 1992 in a variety of partnerships
- Owner
- Hughes & Associates, P.C.
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- This was a professional corporation that ended in 2009.
- Partner
- Hughes & Kaplan
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- This was a general partnership that was dissolved when Mr. Kaplan accepted a position with a larger firm.
- Partner
- Hughes, Kaplan & Gravante
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- This was a general practice law firm that dissolved when Mr. Gravante accepted other employment.
Education
- Georgia State University College of Law
- J.D | Law
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- Florida State University College of Law
- B.S (1977) | Hotel and Restaurant Administration
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- Honors: graduated cum laude
- Darton College
- A.A | Business Administration
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- Honors: Graduated cum laude
Awards
- Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year
- Atlanta Legal Aid Foundation- Gwinnett Chapter
- Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year
- Atlanta Legal Aid Foundation- Gwinnett Chapeter
Professional Associations
- National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
- Member
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- Activities: This is an association devoted to improving the legal help offered to the elderly. You can access the website at www.NAELA.org.
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- Supreme Court of the United States
- Admitted for Practice
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- Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
- Member
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- Activities: GTLA is an association of lawyers dedicated to preserving citizens rights in the courts and is comprised mostly of plaintiff's lawyers.
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- Gwinnett County Bar Association-Probate Section
- Member
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- Activities: I am a member of the Probate and Estate Planning Section of the Gwinnett County Bar Association. We offer pro bono services once a quarter to persons seeking help through the Gwinnett County Probate Court.
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- Supreme Court of Georgia
- Admited for Practice
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Publications
Articles & Publications
- How to Use a Petition For Year's Support
- Robert Hughes
Speaking Engagements
- Avoiding Trouble at the Intersection of Personal Injury and Probate, Clayton County Bar Assocation Meeting, Clayton County Bar GA
- Clayton County Bar Association
- I was honored to present to the Clayton County Bar Association my paper on Avoiding Trouble at the Intersection of Personal Injury and Probate. A copy of my paper is available upon request.
Videos
Legal Answers
235 Questions Answered
- Q. Suspended Executor accessed descendants bank safely deposit box by provided bank manager invalid testamentary court.
- A: Since you didn't ask a question, I'm not sure what you need. The facts sound horrible and the executor can easily have a judgment entered against him. I don't understand why there is a codicil to a will still floating around when the court had already issued Letters Textamentary to the executor. Clearly someone needs to apply to be put in charge if the estate.
- Q. NEED A ESTATE LAWYER DEALING With PROBATE PROPERTY ISSUES
- A: My firm handles only probate issues including real estate issues arising from the death of someone. Give us a call on Monday. 770-469-8887.
Annotations
- REGAL NISSAN, INC. v. STACEY SCOTT, AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF ANDREW REID SCOTT
- Court of Appeals of Georgia
- Milbourne v. Milbourne
- Supreme Court of Georgia
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