At Hilado Law, we represent those who are injured or disabled and need help in their case because we understand just how difficult an injury or disability can be for you and your family. Our office is conveniently located at 1137 Edgewater Drive, Orlando, FL 32804 in the College Park area of Orlando, just outside of its busy downtown. Give us a call to see if we can assist. Consultations are free. I'm here to help.
Practice areas
30 years
27 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 1991 | 12/20/2020 |
Legal answers | 40 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Best Law Firms-Claimant's | U.S. News | 2020 |
Best Lawyers Workers' Compensation-Claimant's | U.S. News | 2020 |
Best Lawyers Workers' Compensation-Claimant's | U.S. News | 2019 |
Best Lawyers in Orlando-Workers' Compensation | Orlando Magazine | 2019 |
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
Super Lawyer | SuperLawyers | 2013 |
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Super Lawyer | SuperLawyers | 2012 |
Super Lawyer | SuperLawyers | 2011 |
Super Lawyer | SuperLawyers | 2010 |
Super Lawyer | SuperLawyers | 2009 |
Board Certified - Workers' Compensation | Florida Bar | 1998 |
Silver Client Champion | Martindale-Hubbell | N/A |
Client's Choice Award | AVVO | N/A |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | Hilado Law, PLLC | 2018 - Present |
Shareholder/Partner | Wieland, Hilado & DeLattre | 1996 - 2018 |
Associate | Kelaher & Wieland, P.A. | 1993 - 1996 |
Associate Attorney | Zimmerman, Shuffield, Kiser & Sutcliffe, PA | 1990 - 1992 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Florida Workers' Advocates | Board Member | 2006 - Present |
Florida Bar | Member | 1991 - Present |
Orange County Bar Association | Member | 1991 - Present |
Florida Workers' Advocates | President | 2009 - 2010 |
Florida Justice Association | Board of Directors | 2008 - 2010 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Washington University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1990 |
Emory University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1987 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Swartz v McDonald's Corportation (2001) | Supreme Court reversed the lower court and found claim compensable upholding the Dual Purpose Doctrine in the State of Florida. |
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Ricardo Morales, Workers compensation Attorney on Dec 11, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Hilado is an excellent workers compensation attorney who fights for his client's benefits and ultimately for a fair and reasonable settlement. Mr. Hilado is well respected by the Judges and his peers, and he is very ethical and professional. If you were injured on the job, I recommend you contact Mr. Hilado.
S. Olivia Devonmille, Workers compensation Attorney on Dec 10, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly endorse Al Hilado. He is a compassionate man who truly cares about his clients. Al is very knowledgeable in the areas of both Workers' Compensation and Social Security Disability.
Frank Johnson, Social security Attorney on Jul 18, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Al Hilado is an excellent attorney who is dedicated to his clients best interest in both social security and workers' compensation cases. He works tirelessly on his clients' behalf and is extremely honest and trustworthy. Al is one of the best attorneys I know and anyone who he represents is lucky to have such an outstanding lawyer.
Shawn Diederich, Workers compensation Attorney on Jul 7, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer!
Kellye Shoemaker, Workers compensation Attorney on Mar 14, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Al Hilado is an excellent attorney, who is patient with his clients while also serving them as a determined advocate. Al is a great workers' compensation litigation attorney. He is also a very experienced Social Security attorney.
Dennis Palso, Workers compensation Attorney on Oct 5, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Mr. Hilado for close to 20 years and served with him on committees of a group dedicated to helping injured workers in Florida. I have found him very knowledgeable and compassionate and highly recommend him.
Elmer Sanchez, Workers compensation Attorney on Jun 20, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have known Al for over a decade. He is a passionate attorney who works tirelessly for his clients. I have known him to loose sleep over an issue. He is dedicated and very knowledgeable.