Atty. Robert D. Hines
Born in Virginia and raised in Florida, Robert received his undergraduate degree in Criminology from the University of South Florida, and his Juris Doctor of Law degree from Florida Coastal School of Law. Robert co-authored an article with his brother, James P.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL · 26+ Years Experience
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About Robert D. Hines at a Glance
Robert D. Hines is a Partner based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Hines Norman Hines, P.L.. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, poa, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Florida (2000). Educated at Florida Coastal School of Law (J.D., 2000) and University of South Florida (B.A. Criminology, 1993). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of The Florida Bar Hillsborough County Bar Association. Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert D. Hines
- Born in Virginia and raised in Florida, Robert received his undergraduate degree in Criminology from the University of South Florida, and his Juris Doctor of Law degree from Florida Coastal School of Law
- Robert co-authored an article with his brother, James P. Hines, Jr., Preparing An Estate Plan – What a Parent of a Special Needs Child Should Consider, Bright Feats Magazine, Spring of 2008 Edition
- At Hines Norman Hines, P.L., Robert is a partner and manages the firm’s North Tampa office, which provides legal services in the areas of Estate Planning, Probate, and Guardianship administration and litigation
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Robert D. Hines's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert D. Hines handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Probate in Tampa
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Estate Planning & Probate in Tampa
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Power of Attorney in Tampa
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Elder Law in Tampa
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Tampa
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tampa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Tampa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tampa-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Tampa Choose Robert D. Hines
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Robert D. Hines's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, poa, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert D. Hines brings 26+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, estate planning, and poa, Robert D. Hines can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tampa
A Tampa-based practice means Robert D. Hines attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Robert D. Hines Handles in Tampa
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