Hugh R. Burns, Esq. is an attorney with 28 years of diverse, broad based experience representing individuals and corporations. His extensive experience in Latin America gives him unique skills assisting and representing Spanish speaking clients.  Mr. Burns is fluent in Spanish, having lived in Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, Panama and Spain for many years.  Hugh takes pride in providing individualized, focused representation to people who have been injured as a result of negligence or professional wrongdoing, as well as arguing probate disputes.  Mr. Burns has substantial trial experience and has assisted numerous clients in resolving business disputes, employment litigation and business transactions.  His law school experience included assisting in the publication of the law review and an externship with the Honorable Ronald S. W. Lew, U.S. District Court Judge.  Mr. Burns is extensively involved in community and church related activities in the Long Beach area.  He is frequently asked to speak to civic and community groups regarding estate planning, probate and business related matters.