April Denise Hill

April Denise Hill

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

Probate Lawyer at Saint Petersburg, FL
Practice Areas: Probate, Medicaid & Medicare, Trusts ... +3 more

2033 54th Ave N, Suite A, Saint Petersburg, FL

About April

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-425 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 28 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1997

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

HKH Elder Law

2033 54th Ave N, Suite A, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33714

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April Denise Hill's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by Michelle | August 05, 2015 | Medicaid & Medicare

Helping Grandma

As a granddaughter left with the responsibility of caring for my grandmother, I needed advice from someone who could guide me through the process of applying for Medicaid, and setting up certain accounts that met the requirements of Medicaid. I found Ms. Hill through a mutual person. She immediatel...y advised me of the proper steps to take to ensure a successful application to the state. I hired Ms. Hill as my grandmothers representative and was not disappointed! Even living on the opposite coast of each other, she made it easy and stress free! Thank you April and your staff for all your assistance in my Grandmother's matter.

Posted by Ruth | May 01, 2008 | Power Of Attorney

Best of the Best

I am a widow with family scattered across the country and busy with their own careers and families. In other words, my sons can't come running when something happens to Mom. I used to worry a lot about the mental deficits that often come with aging. Now I feel completely secure with April Hill a...s my Power of Attorney. When I'm no longer able to manage alone, she will make sure my wishes are followed and my needs are met. She has all the information necessary to do this, because she knew what questions to ask me in the beginning. My questions were answered promptly and fully, not in "legalese," but in language I could easily understand. April explained fully the rationale behind every suggestion she made. She never rushed me into any decision, but took all the time necessary to make sure I understood the choices I was making. I recently recommended April to an elderly friend, and April has exceeded even my very high expectations in her care of my friend. In my view, April is an honest attorney who is super-smart and who puts her whole heart into taking the best possible care of her clients. She has also assembled a knowledgeable and extremely competent staff who have demonstrated their dedication to handling each case with the utmost care. I believed it was important to find a Certified Elder Law Attorney to do my estate planning, even though my assets are not significant. In April Hill I found not only the knowledge and expertise I expected, but integrity, insight, and the heart of a caring friend and ally.

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Karen Keaton

Medicaid and medicare lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known April for many years and we have collaborated on a number of cases including Medicaid qualification, probate and estate planning matters. She is very knowledgeable, caring and diligent in her endeavors."

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Michelle Hollister

Elder law lawyer | Jul 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. April's dedication to improve the lives of others is apparent In all of her endeavors."

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Evelyn Kuttler

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have been a colleague of April Hill for many years and have found her to be creative in her approaches to Medicaid planning and related matters. Her background in Social Work makes her especially gifted in assisting families with Elder Law issues. Therefore, I endorse April Hill."

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Timothy Miller

Elder law lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. April Hill is an excellent and caring estate planning attorney who has unique experience and focus on elder law matters also. She is practical and solution oriented for her clients in planning, probate and guardianship matters and is an asset to our community."

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Lance McKinney

Elder law lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Garth Goodman

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Ms. Hill for over five years. During this period of time, I have referred numerous clients to her for assistance with health care directives and other estate planning matters. Each of these clients received the best care possible taking into consideration their specific needs. Most importantly, all of them had peace of mind. I highly recommend Ms. Hill for any and all of your estate planning needs."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2005

Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA), National Elder Law Academy

2003

Board Certified in Elder Law, The Florida Bar

1998

Chief Judge's Award, Thirteenth Judicial Circuit Court

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Stetson University College of Law

2002 - Present

Attorney/Partner, Hill Law Group, PA

1997 - 2000

Program Attorney, Thirteenth Judicial Circuit Court

Associations

1998 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

1997 - Present

Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys

Member

2015 - 2016

PARC

Board Chairperson

2011 - 2015

Suncoast Estate Planning Council

Member

2011 - 2018

PARC

Board Member

2009 - 2013

Gulfport Senior Center Foundation

Board Member

2008 - 2011

Florida Bar

Board of Legal Specialization and Education

2007 - 2009

Florida Bar, Elder Law Section

Chair, UPL Committee

Education

1997

Stetson University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

Christopher Newport University

BA - Bachelor of Arts in Social Work

Speaking Engagements

2011

Elder Care Planning for Snowbirds Planning for Snowbirds - Elder law and estate plans

2008

Elder Concert

Guardianship and the Courts

2007

Fundamental Issues in Elder Law

Medicare

2007

Estate, Financial & Health Care Planning for Elder Clients

Pre Mortem Options

2007

Estate Planning with Medicaid in Mind

Estate Planning with Medicaid in Mind

Publications

2008

Inside The Minds: Elder Law Health Care Strategies Compassionate Client Centered Elder Law

2008

Inside The Minds: Elder Law Health Care Strategies Long Term Care Considerations

2007

Quick Guide to Elder Law Quick Guide to Elder Law

Languages

English

Activity

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