Atty. William Collins Hicks

Atty. William Collins Hicks

William Collins Hicks is a lawyer practicing real estate, probate law, estate planning. William received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1965, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Springfield Springfield 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About William Collins Hicks at a glance

William Collins Hicks is a Member based in Springfield, Ohio, practicing at Cole Acton Harmon Dunn A Legal Professional Association. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1974) and U. S. Supreme Court (2000). Educated at The Ohio State University (J.D., 1973) and Dartmouth College (A.B., 1965). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Past President) and Ohio State Bar Associations (Chairman, U.P.L. Committee, Springfield, Clark County. Serands clients in Springfield, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Collins Hicks is a lawyer practicing real estate, probate law, estate planning
  • William received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1965, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • William practices at Cole Acton Harmon Dunn A Legal Professional Association in Springfield, OH

Practice Areas Explained

William Collins Hicks's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Collins Hicks handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

William Collins Hicks is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Ohio →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

William Collins Hicks is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

William Collins Hicks is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Springfield are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Collins Hicks

Where is William Collins Hicks's law office located?
William Collins Hicks's law practice is located in Springfield, Ohio. The firm is Cole Acton Harmon Dunn A Legal Professional Association. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Collins Hicks handle?
William Collins Hicks focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has William Collins Hicks practiced law?
William Collins Hicks has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did William Collins Hicks go to law school?
William Collins Hicks earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (A.B., 1965).
How can I contact William Collins Hicks for a consultation?
You can contact William Collins Hicks directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William Collins Hicks received?
William Collins Hicks's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University
- 1973
A.B.
Dartmouth College
- 1965

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1974
U. S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2000

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