Atty. Nathan Hughey

Atty. Nathan Hughey

Attorney Nathan Hughey is rated AV Preeminent® rated by Martindale-Hubbell® . Mr. Hughey's peers rank him at the highest level of professional excellence. Nathan Hughey also received a Client Distinction Award from Martindale-Hubbell® in 2012, which is given to less than 4% of law firms nationwide based upon providing exceptional client service. Nathan Hughey has also been named to the 2013 Top Rated Lawyers in Transportation Law by Martindale-Hubbell and Legal Leaders. Nathan Hughey opened Hughey Law Firm in 2008, and the firm's lawyers are responsible for over $27,000,000.00 in verdicts and settlements.* 'Our local and Statewide Bar would be well served if there were more attorneys whose personal and professional lives exhibited the high standards of practice and ethics as I have come to know to be the hallmark of Mr. Hughey's life.' - A Past President of Charleston County Bar Association.Mr. Hughey has been retained to speak on topics related to nursing home and assisted living litigation as well as protecting the elderly for many years. He also teaches nursing home and assisted living litigation and regulations to other attorneys annually and has authored extensive written materials regarding nursing home litigation, and South Carolinas medical malpractice rules. Many other firms retain Mr. Hughey on a regular basis to assist them in complex civil litigation and wrongful death matters.Attorney Nathan Hughey graduated from the College of Charleston in 1996. He then attended the University of South Carolina School of Law, graduating in 2000. He joined Hood Law Firm LLC of Charleston that same year, where he became a partner. Mr. Hughey then joined Lourie Law Firm LLC in 2006, where he secured numerous victories for his clients. Mr. Hughey opened Hughey Law Firm LLC in 2007 to focus his efforts on civil litigation.Mr. Hughey has handled numerous complex civil cases, including many wrongful death cases. He has handled many civil trials. He has argued before various state and federal courts in South Carolina and has argued before the South Carolina Supreme Court.Mr. Hughey was admitted to the South Carolina Bar in 2000. He was admitted to the United States District Court, District of South Carolina, in 2001. He was admitted to the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit in 2006.He is a member of the American Bar Association, the South Carolina Bar, the Charleston County Bar, the American Association for Justice, and South Carolina Association for Justice.He is also a member of the Nursing Home Litigation section of the American Association for Justice. He is a former member of the South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys Association.Mr. Hughey was born in Columbia, South Carolina and now resides on Sullivans Island with his wife and three children. He is active in the community and his church. Mr. Hughey and Hughey Law Firm gave over $100,000.00 in 2012 to help those less fortunate, in addition to providing pro bono (free) legal services. The firm serves clients throughout South Carolina.- Worldwide Who's Who, Platinum MemberMartindale - Hubbell, Client Distinction AwardThis honor has been made possible by your clients who have taken the time to compliment you in the following areas: - Communications Ability - Responsiveness - Quality of Service - Value for MoneyLess than 4% of the 900,000+ attorneys listed on martindale.com and lawyers.com have been accorded this Martindale-Hubbell honor of distinction.'As I have come to know Nate Hughey, he has become my primary choice for association in matters involving civil litigation outside of my particular practice area. I am totally comfortable in trusting my clients to Mr. Hughey's representation. Not only does my personal experience confirm his high level of [knowledge] and ethical handling of such matters, the feedback I have received from my clients also confirms the same. Based upon such background, it is without reservation that I can attest to Mr. Hughey's legal abi

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Profile Summary

About Nathan Hughey at a glance

Nathan Hughey is a Principal based in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, practicing at Hughey Law Firm LLC. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, and business. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (2000), United States District Court, District of South Carolina (2001), and United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit (2006). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law, Columbia, South Carolina (J.D., 2000) and College of Charleston, Charleston, South Carolina (B.A. Political, 1996). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Top Rated Transporation Lawyers 2013 AV Preeminent Rating 2013 National Association of Justice South Carolina Association of Justice Nursing Home Litigation Section South Carolina Bar Charleston Bar Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Serands clients in Mount Pleasant, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Practice Areas Explained

Nathan Hughey's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Truck Accidents

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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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Business & Corporate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in South Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Nathan Hughey

Where is Nathan Hughey's law office located?
Nathan Hughey's law practice is located in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. The firm is Hughey Law Firm LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nathan Hughey handle?
Nathan Hughey focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Nathan Hughey practiced law?
Nathan Hughey has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Nathan Hughey go to law school?
Nathan Hughey earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A. Political, 1996).
How can I contact Nathan Hughey for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Nathan Hughey received?
Nathan Hughey's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law, Columbia, South Carolina
- 2000
B.A. Political
College of Charleston, Charleston, South Carolina
- 1996

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 2000
United States District Court, District of South Carolina
Admitted: 2001
United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 2006

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