Hannah I. Hughes, Esq.

Attorney at Law

Legal Assistant: Jennifer Westlund

State Bar of California

State Bar of Washington

California Association of Community Managers (CACM)

San Diego County Bar Association, New Lawyers Division

San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program

Western Washington University

California Western School of Law

Hannah Hughes is a civil litigation attorney. Hannah graduated from California Western School of Law, Magna Cum Laude. Before attending law school, Hannah worked at a Domestic Violence non-profit. There, she began to learn and utilize client-centered and trauma-based support mechanisms to help her clients, and she brings those skills with her to Epsten, APC. Hannah advocates for clients with clarity and confidence, ensuring their rights and interests are protected at every stage of the legal process. Whether resolving disputes through negotiation or pursuing litigation when necessary, she strives to achieve favorable outcomes while minimizing stress for clients.

At Epsten, APC, Hannah has a proven track record of successfully representing homeowners’ associations in complex legal matters. Hannah focuses on Governing Document enforcement, nuisances, restraining orders, and mediations. Hannah provides strategic guidance and practical solutions tailored to each client’s unique situation. Committed to accessibility and personalized service, Hannah works closely with associations, managers, and board members to address conflicts effectively and efficiently. By combining deep knowledge of local and state regulations with a pragmatic understanding of client needs, she helps clients navigate legal challenges with confidence.

California Western School of Law, magna cum laude, Law Review, Appellate Team, 2025 Super Lawyers Rising Star

Notable accomplishments include obtaining a grant of her motion for summary adjudication, defending motions for summary adjudication and summary judgment, and securing an award of over $20,000 in attorneys’ fees by successfully arguing that a community association was the prevailing party.

In addition, Hannah has successfully represented clients in obtaining court orders for critical association governance actions, including granting petitioners access to amend Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions CCRs, securing right-of-entry orders, and prevailing in both temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions.

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