J. Grady Hepworth
Hepworth Law Offices
J. Grady Hepworth was born and raised in Twin Falls, Idaho. Grady graduated from the University of Washington School of Law among the top of his class. While in law school, Grady was a Senior Editor for the Washington Journal of Law Technology & Arts, as well as co-Champion of the 2017 Judson Falknor Appellate Advocacy Competition. Grady gained invaluable judicial experience while interning with the Idaho Supreme Court, the United States District Court for the District of Idaho, and the chambers of Judge Richard C. Tallman for the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. These experiences provided a strong understanding of the court systems in the Pacific Northwest at every institutional level. Grady distinguishes himself with his passion for law, his love of serving others, and his strong work ethic.
Prior to law school, Grady graduated magna cum laude from the University of Idaho, with a double major in International Studies and Political Science. Grady held leadership positions for the Associated Students of the University of Idaho, the Martin Institute of International Studies, and the Sigma Chi Fraternity—both locally and as Undergraduate Representative to the International Executive Committee.
Outside the courtroom, Grady loves family, friends, and food. Grady is an avid skier, and tries his best on the golf course. Grady is excited to devote time and resources giving back to our local communities and serving the Great State of Idaho in any way possible.
- University of Washington School of Law
- J.D. (2017)
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- University of Idaho
- B.A. (2014) | International Studies, Political Science
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- Honors: Magna cum laude
- Activities: Guy and Grace Wicks Award for Outstanding Senior, 2014| Dean’s List 2010-2014|Martin Institute Advisory Board Representative, 2014| Alumni Award for Excellence, 2013| Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society|Phi Kappa Phi Inductee, 2012| Stop the Hate Certified Ally 2012-2014|
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- Junior Partner
- Hepworth Law Offices
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- Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals
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- United States Federal District Court for the District of Idaho
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- Idaho Supreme Court
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- Man or Machine? EU Considering "Rights for Robots"
- Washington Journal of Law Technology and Arts
- 'Beamer' For A Buck
- Washington Journal of Law Technology and Arts
- ‘Freaky Fast’ Sandwich Maker’s Non-Compete May Inspire Quick Changes to the Law
- Washington Journal of Law Technology and Arts
- Negotiation, Arbitration, Deflation: Tom Brady’s Appeal Yet Another Fourth Quarter Comeback for Labor Unions
- Washington Journal of Law Technology and Arts
- Leadership, Balfour Leadership Training Workshop, Ball State Unversity
- Sigma Chi Fraternity
- Certified Ally-2014
- Stop the Hate
- Rising Star
- Super Lawyers
- Recognized among the top 2.5% of young attorneys in the State of Idaho.
- Client's Choice Award 2018
- Avvo
- Award for receiving 5+ positive client reviews in one calendar year.
- Judson Falknor Appellate Advocacy Competition
- University of Washington School of Law
- American Inns of Court
- Associate Member
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- Idaho State Bar
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- Idaho Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA)
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- Idaho Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA)
- District Director
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- Idaho
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- Free Consultation
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Contingent Fees
Contingent fees vary from 1/3 to 40% depending on the nature of the case.
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- Employment Law
- Employee Benefits, Employment Contracts, Employment Discrimination, ERISA, Overtime & Unpaid Wages, Sexual Harassment, Whistleblower, Wrongful Termination
- Medical Malpractice
- Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
- Insurance Claims
- Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance
- Civil Rights
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Discrimination, Employment, Fair Housing, Police Misconduct, Privacy Law
- English: Spoken, Written
- Spanish: Spoken
- Q. I got laid off due to COVID-19. If the job opens back up and I don’t get my job back can I sue? Short 6 months for 10 yr
- A: More information is needed to answer your question. Idaho is an "at-will" employment state. You are not guaranteed your job back. However, you might have a case if you believe your (former) employer refused to hire you back for a discriminatory reason (i.e. race, gender, disability, age, etc).
- Q. What kinds of damages (money awards) are available to the plainitff in a medical malpractice lawsuit?
- A: As a general matter, Plaintiffs in a medical malpractice can recover damages for past medical expenses, future medical expenses, lost income (if applicable) and general damages for pain and suffering.
- Q. If a tool I was using has a known defect but I also misused it when I got injured, does that negate any claim I might
- A: A full answer would require additional consultation. However generally speaking if you "misused" the product, it will make your claim difficult. Under Idaho law, a jury would ultimately be asked to proportion the negligence of both you and the manufacturer (or possibly the retailer/distributor). If a jury finds that you are 50% or more at fault for your "misuse" and the manufacturer is 50% or less at fault for the defect, you would not recover anything. If the manufacturer is 51% or more at fault, you could recover that percentage of the total damages that the manufacturer is responsible for (i.e. manufacturer is 75% at fault and jury finds you were damaged $100,000.00, you ... Read More
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