Hugh is a litigator who focuses his practice on labor and employment law, with an emphasis on defending employers in complex workplace disputes and advising business owners on compliance, risk management, and workforce strategy. Hugh also handles real estate and other business litigation. As a former business owner and second career attorney, Hugh brings a practical, business-minded approach in representing companies across a broad range of industries.

Labor & Employment

  • Represented employers in litigation involving FLSA, FMLA, and employment contract disputes.
  • Drafted, reviewed, and enforced non-compete agreements, trade secret protections, and other restrictive covenants.
  • Prepared employment agreements, employee handbooks, and workplace policies tailored to client needs and risk profiles.
  • Advised employers on executive compensation matters, including negotiation and compliance considerations.
  • Represented employers and plans regarding ERISA compliance, litigation, and governance.

 

Commercial Litigation

  • Represented multibillion-dollar companies in complex lawsuits regarding fraud, contract enforcement, and product liability matters.
  • Defended a multinational corporation through the circuit courts against novel claims regarding sales disputes.
  • Represented a collection of medical clinics across Texas in enforcing their rights against insurers who were in violation of the Texas Insurance Code.

 

Real Estate and Real Estate Litigation

  • Represented a regional company regarding fraudulent transfer of property and quieting of title.
  • Represented owners in lawsuits regarding deed fraud, fraudulent transfer of property, and adverse possession, as well as lease disputes and landlord/tenant issues.
  • Represented multimillion dollar organizations in the creation of Series LLCs, VEBAs, and other liability protection vehicles for their real estate holdings.

Texas

  • Houston Trial Lawyers Association
  • Texas Trial Lawyers Association
  • National Employment Lawyers Association

University of Houston
B.A. in Creative Writing, 2015

University of Houston
J.D., 2023