Atty. Derek Edward Hughes

Atty. Derek Edward Hughes

Mr. Derek Edward Hughes is a lawyer practicing tort & insurance law.

Athens Athens 13 yrs experience 13 year
Call (762) 310-0532 Book Appointment

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About Derek Edward Hughes at a glance

Derek Edward Hughes is a insurance attorney based in Athens, Georgia. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Admitted to practice in Georgia (2013). Educated at University of Georgia (—). Serands clients in Athens, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. Derek Edward Hughes is a lawyer practicing tort & insurance law
  • Derek received a degree from University of Georgia, and has been licensed for 13 years
  • Derek practices in Athens, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Edward Hughes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derek Edward Hughes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Athens are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Derek Edward Hughes's law office located?
Derek Edward Hughes's law practice is located in Athens, Georgia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Edward Hughes handle?
Derek Edward Hughes focuses on insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Derek Edward Hughes practiced law?
Derek Edward Hughes has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
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Practice Areas

Education

University of Georgia
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 2013

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