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Kevin J. Hughes, Insurance Attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, PA

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Kevin J. Hughes is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Insurance.

Based in
Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Insurance
  • Handles Insurance matters from Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026).

About Kevin J. Hughes: Kevin J. Hughes is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Insurance.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Kevin J. Hughes

Kevin concentrates on insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kevin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Insurance cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Kevin takes insurance matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kevin agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Kevin J. Hughes — Attorney of Pennsylvania insurance experience

Kevin J. Hughes is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Insurance.

Kevin J. Hughes serves as co-chair of Cozen O’Connor’s Subrogation & Recovery Department, and is chair of the department’s Atlantic and Northeast regional offices. Kevin joined the firm in September, 1987 and has successfully litigated and tried cases throughout the United States in both state and federal court. He concentrates his practice in the prosecution of complex property damage claims arising out of fires, explosions, mechanical failures and structural collapses. Kevin is a member of Cozen O’Connor’s Board of Directors and also serves on the firm’s management committee.

He is a member of the American, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Philadelphia Bar Associations, as well as the American Association for Justice and the Pennsylvania Association for Justice.

Kevin earned his Bachelor of Science in accounting from Villanova University in 1984 and his law degree from Villanova School of Law in 1987.

Kevin's approach to insurance cases

Kevin J. Hughes serves as co-chair of Cozen O’Connor’s Subrogation & Recovery Department, and is chair of the department’s Atlantic and Northeast regional offices. Kevin joined the firm in September, 1987 and has successfully litigated and tried cases throughout the United States in both state and federal court. He concentrates his practice in the prosecution of complex property damage claims…

Clients Kevin works with

Kevin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance matters in Philadelphia and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Kevin J. Hughes's legal education and bar admissions

  • Villanova University

    J.D. · 1987

  • Villanova University

    B.S. · 1984

Kevin studied at J.D. in Villanova University and B.S. in Villanova University.

Law school and academic background

Kevin completed J.D. in Villanova University and B.S. in Villanova University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kevin runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Kevin J. Hughes

Kevin has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (2026).

Locations

Kevin J. Hughes's office in Philadelphia

Kevin's primary office is at 1650 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1650 Market Street

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103

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Hiring guide

How to hire Kevin J. Hughes — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kevin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Kevin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kevin's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kevin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kevin

Kevin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every insurance matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kevin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Kevin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Kevin J. Hughes

  • How much does it cost to hire Kevin for a insurance case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kevin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Kevin offer a free consultation?

    Kevin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kevin's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Kevin's current terms during booking.

  • How long do insurance cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

    Simple insurance matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kevin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Kevin take my case if I'm outside Philadelphia?

    Kevin is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kevin will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Kevin?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kevin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Kevin accepting new insurance clients right now?

    Kevin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Insurance attorneys serving Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania

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