Samantha J. Hughes
Senior Attorney
Samantha Hughes understands that a skilled litigator needs to be quick thinking, strategic, collaborative, and client focused. Samantha’s extensive litigation experience ensures that she evaluates each case on its merits and vigorously defends her clients’ interests both in and out of the courtroom. Having served as general counsel on a client’s in-house legal team, Samantha understands that each case carries its own unique circumstances, so she works closely with each client to determine the most favorable outcome.
Samantha’s practice centers on products liability and general litigation defense. She has seen cases through trial, successfully resolved numerous matters through dispositive law and motion work, and obtained many favorable resolutions through negotiated settlements.
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- Loyola Law School, J.D., 2014
- University of California, Davis, B.A., cum laude, 2011
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Bar Admissions
- California
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Named to Best Lawyers' "Ones to Watch" list for Product Liability Litigation - Defendants, 2022-2024
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Recognized in Southern California Super Lawyers® as a Rising Star for Products Liability; Business Litigation, 2023
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Recognized by The Legal 500 United States as a Key Lawyer for Automotive Litigation, 2023
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Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles: Member, 2011 - Present
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American Bar Association: Member, 2011 - Present
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Los Angeles County Bar Association: Member, 2015 - Present
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Areas of client focus
Seven Dykema Attorneys Listed as Southern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars for 2024
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194 Dykema Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2024 and Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch”
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