$ 400-400 per hour
Nicolas Stephen Robinson
About Nicolas
Biography
Nick serves clients throughout Florida in addressing the long term healthcare and financial needs of the elderly and those with special needs. His practice focuses on guardianship, estate planning, probate, medicaid and asset protection, elder law, and long term care planning. Nick also serves as a court appointed attorney serving incapacitated and developmentally disabled persons in guardianship, guardian advocacy, and other proceedings.
Nick earned his undergraduate degree from Wofford College, where he was the four-year starting place-kicker for the Division I FCS Football Team. Immediately following law school, Nick played professional football in the German Football League. Nick lives in St. Petersburg with his wife Michelle, their sons, Lucas and Austin, and their dog, Emma.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Guardianship
50%
12 years | 450 cases
Probate
20%
12 years | 100 cases
Estate Planning
10%
12 years | 150 cases
Trusts
10%
12 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Florida for 14 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Nicolas S. Robinson, P.A.
6677 13th Ave N, STE 3A, Suite 3, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33710
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Posted by Kristina | December 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law
Excellent experienced attorney, Nick Robinson
Nick Robinson is very knowledgeable and experienced in elder law situations. He gives advice and the reasons behind his opinion. Very easy to work with his office, able to reach Nick with questions with ease. I look forward to continuing to work with Nick. Thank you for all that you do.
Nicolas Stephen Robinson's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Nicholas is a great attorney and always willing to go the extra mile for his client."
"I am pleased to endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Robinson since 2007 and in my experience has consistently demonstrated superior knowledge, ability, and dedication to his clients."
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"I endorse Mr. Robinson both as an attorney and as a man. I worked with Mr. Robinson for several years and, over that time, I observed Mr. Robinson to be a balanced, effective attorney. Mr. Robinson zealously represents his clients, while at the same time demonstrates savvy in dealing with his adversaries."
"Over the course of the last decade, I have had the opportunity to get to know Mr. Robinson, both inside and outside the courtroom. He has a well-earned reputation for being a zealous advocate for his clients. His keen attention to detail makes him particularly effective in the area of Elder Law - Wills, Trusts and Estates. He is extremely approachable and a pleasure to deal with. I would refer him without reservation or hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Robinson is a true advocate for his clients' interests. I learned a great deal from watching him practice law, and I observed many other lawyers go to him for advice on trial strategy and preparation. If you hire him, your case(s) will be in the best possible hands."
"Nick is a genuine person who is committed to helping others. I would not hesitate to refer my family or friends to him. He always has his clients' best interest in mind and shows true compassion. You can't go wrong by hiring him as your attorney."
"Nicolas Robinson is one of the most genuinely dedicated and hard working attorneys that I know. He is well known for building personal relationships with his clients and going to great lengths to explain the process and communicate. If I had a family member who need help with guardianship or estate planning he is the attorney that I would recommend."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Lead Counsel Verified, FindLaw
2024
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Most combined bench/jury trials, office, Public Defender's Office Sixth Judicial Circuit Pinellas
2013
Certificate of Excellence, Public Defender's Office Sixth Judicial Circuit
2012
Most Jury Trials, Office, Public Defender's Office Sixth Judicial Circuit, Pinellas
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Principal/Attorney, Nicolas S. Robinson, P.A.
2017 - 2020
Attorney, Ripley, Whisenhunt & Robinson, PLLC
2014 - 2017
Attorney, Deeb Elder Law, PA
2011 - 2014
Assistant Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender, Sixth Judicial Circuit
2009 - 2009
Law Clerk, Westerman White
Associations
2014 - Present
Pinellas County Guardian AssociationMember
2015 - 2018
Thomas Penick Inns of Court Sixth CircuitMember
2014 - 2017
Better Living for Seniors, Pinellas CountyMember
2014 - 2024
St. Petersburg Bar AssociationMember
2014 - 2017
Clearwater Bar AssociationMember
2014 - 2017
Academy of Florida Elder Law AttorneysMember
2014 - 2017
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
Education
2010
Stetson University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
Wofford College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2024
St. Petersburg Bar Association Probate Webinar
Walking on Eggshells: Fees in Guardianship Cases
2024
Monthly Meeting
Medical Decision Making
2024
Guardianship Association of Pinellas County Annual Conference
Promoting Excellence in Professional Guardianship
2023
Guardianship Association of Pinellas County Annual Conference
An Exploration of Fees in Guardianship
2022
GAPC Annual Conference
Role of Guardian in Restoring Rights
2021
Mastering the Guardianship Maze - GAPC Annual Conference
DNR Done Right
2020
Guardianship Association of Pinellas County Monthly Meeting
What to do if your Ward is arrested
2019
2019 GAPC Annual Conference
Determination of Incapacity: Everything to Know from Petition to Adjudicatory Hearing
2017
Guardianship Association of Pinellas County Annual Conference
20 Most Frequently Asked Guardianship Questions
2016
Estate Planning, Advanced Directives, Medicaid
Estate Planning, Advanced Directives, Medicaid
2016
Estate Planning, Advanced Directives, Medicaid
Estate Planning, Advanced Directives, Medicaid
2015
Make Plans for the Future!
Estate Planning, Advanced Directives
2015
Adult Protection Team Meeting
Adult Emergencies - ETGs, Baker Acts, and Other Alternative Remedies
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How can I get emergency guardianship for my mentally ill homeless son?
26 Feb 2016
Q&A
My sister obtained DPOA of my mother without discussing with me. We had talked about conservertaship not DPOA so as to be joint.
16 Sep 2015
Q&A
What kind of lawyer handles real estate disputes withing a family? a home was inherited and one wants to sell the others dont
16 Sep 2015