Atty. Matthew B. E. Hughes

Atty. Matthew B. E. Hughes

Order of the Barons. Member, University of Houston Law Review.

Houston Houston 35 yrs experience 35 year
Call (346) 601-6127 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Matthew B. E. Hughes at a glance

Matthew B. E. Hughes is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Boston And Hughes P C. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, employment, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas (1991), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1992), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1993). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1991) and University of Texas (B.B.A., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Houston Bar Association (Appellate, Healthcare, Labor and Employment Sections) State Bar of Texas (Appellate, Healthcare, Labor and Employment Sections) Defense Research Institute College of State Bar of Texas American Board of Trial Advocates - ABOTA. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Order of the Barons
  • Member, University of Houston Law Review

Presenter

  • "ADA and FMLA Updates and Interplay, Address at "Fundamentals of Employment Law" Seminar, Sterling Education Services, Inc., August 17, 2011; "Healthcare Reform Update," Address at "Fundamentals of Employment Law" Seminar, Sterling Education Services, Inc., August 17, 2011; "Deciphering Records: What to Look For and What Should be There," Address at Lorman Medical Records Law Conference, February 13, 2008; "The Use and Misuse of Physician Extenders," Address at Houston Bar Association's Health Law Section meeting, July 9, 2008; "Patient, M.D.: How the Internet is Changing the Physician-Patient Relationship," Address at Houston Bar Association Health Law Section Meeting, March 9, 2011; "Sexual Harassment," Hidalgo County Sheriff's Department, McAllen, Texas, July 10, 1996; "Employment Law Seminar," (Topics: Discipline and Discharge, Sexual Harassment, Suggestions for Employee Safety), Marshall & Gonzalez, L.L.P., Embassy Suites Hotel, McAllen, Texas, July 25, 1996; "Employment Law Seminar," (Topics: Sexual Harassment, Some Suggestions for Employee Safety in an Increasingly Violent World), Resourcing Staffing and Marshall & Gonzalez, L.L.P., J.W
  • Marriott Hotel, Houston, Texas, November 12, 1996

Co-Author

  • "The Good Samaritan's Law: A Physician's Wobbly Shield," 2 Anesthesia Malpractice Protector 2, February 1990
  • "AIDS and the ADA: Reasonable Referral or Refusal To Treat," Texas Medicine, May 1994

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew B. E. Hughes's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew B. E. Hughes

Where is Matthew B. E. Hughes's law office located?
Matthew B. E. Hughes's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Boston And Hughes P C. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew B. E. Hughes handle?
Matthew B. E. Hughes focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Matthew B. E. Hughes practiced law?
Matthew B. E. Hughes has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Matthew B. E. Hughes go to law school?
Matthew B. E. Hughes earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Matthew B. E. Hughes for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Matthew B. E. Hughes received?
Matthew B. E. Hughes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Houston
- 1991
B.B.A.
University of Texas
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1993

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