Valerie L. Hughes

Valerie L. Hughes

Labor Law - Management

3.0 (1 reviews)
Seattle, Washington
18+ years experience
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Valerie L. Hughes is a dedicated Labor Law - Management attorney serving clients throughout Washington. Over the course of over 15 years, L. Hughes has handled diverse Labor Law - Management matters. Clients trust Valerie L. Hughes to handle their legal matters with professionalism and care. Valerie L. Hughes is admitted to practice law in Washington and remains dedicated to professional excellence.

Practice Areas

Labor Law - Management

Awards & Recognition

  • Lawyer of the Year: Education Law, Seattle (2024)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Education Law, Seattle (2020)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Employment Law - Management, Seattle (2018)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Labor Law - Management, Seattle (2017)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Employment Law - Management, Seattle (2016)
  • Recognized: Education Law
  • Recognized: Employment Law - Management
  • Recognized: Labor Law - Management
  • Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Special Focus: Arbitration and Mediation
  • Special Focus: Civil Rights
  • Special Focus: Defense
  • Special Focus: Disability
  • Special Focus: Discrimination
  • Special Focus: Education
  • Special Focus: Harassment
  • Special Focus: Litigation
  • Special Focus: Management
  • Special Focus: State and Federal
  • Special Focus: Title VII Litigation
  • Special Focus: Wrongful Discharge
  • Peer Review Rated AV in Martindale-Hubbell
  • Listed in Washington Law & Politics, “Washington’s Super Lawyers,” 2007 - Present

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2007

Education

  • Washington University in St. Louis, J.D., graduated 1980
  • Bradley University, BA

Reviews

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Daniel Morales

2 weeks ago

Competent and knowledgeable, but communication could improve

I engaged Valerie Hughes at Perkins Coie to advise my private school on a complex faculty contract dispute that had potential employment law implications. Her deep knowledge of education and employment law for management was immediately apparent, and her 18 years of experience in labor law provided a solid foundation for our case. It’s clear why she has received those Lawyer of the Year recognitions. The legal strategy she developed was sound and ultimately helped us reach a satisfactory resolution. However, the experience was not without its frustrations. Response times to emails were often slower than expected, sometimes taking several business days, which created anxiety during time-sensitive phases. While her advice was always precise, explanations could occasionally feel rushed, leaving our board with follow-up questions. For straightforward, high-stakes legal matters, her expertise is undeniable, but be prepared to manage expectations around client communication and accessibility.

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