Michael Louis Cahill

Michael Louis Cahill

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 25 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Seminole, FL
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Wills & Living Wills, Probate ... +2 more

11125 Park Blvd., Suite 104-229, Seminole, FL

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Probate 20%

26 years

20%
Tax 20%

30 years

20%
Trusts 20%

26 years

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 25 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2000

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 24 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2002

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Cahill Law Firm

11125 Park Blvd., Suite 104-229, Seminole, FL, 33772

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Michael Louis Cahill's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

95 Client Reviews

Showing 41 - 45 of 61 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Janice | March 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Client

Mr. Cahill handled my father's trust and I highly recommend him. After extensive research to find a Florida JD/CPA in estate planning, I was lucky to find his practice within a reasonable distance from my office, which made things much easier for me. He is extremely competent, professional and unde...rstanding. I contacted him in March 2017, two years after my father had passed. Between thinking that I might be able to handle the administration on my own and not wanting to deal with the loss of my father, I found myself stuck. This caused me stress plus unnecessary tension with one of my brothers. Mr. Cahill was knowledgable and patient and his paralegal Becky was efficient and helpful. I cannot thank Mr. Cahill and his office enough for their service and will gladly refer others to him. He is a credit to both of his chosen professions.

Michael Cahill

Replied last March 08, 2018

Thank you Janice.

Posted by Patricia | March 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Client

I can only say that I am grateful that Michael was referred to me as a Trust Attorney. My eldest son and myself met with Michael to update my current trust which was created 28 years ago in Illinois. I wanted everything in order, according to Florida laws, and Michael was very helpful. A very trus...tworthy and knowledgeable attorney and I would highly recommend him

Michael Cahill

Replied last March 08, 2018

Thank you Patricia.

Posted by Ethan | February 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Superb estate planning attorney

The reviews are correct; Michael Cahill is a superb attorney! He has a rare combination of skills: he is personable and knowledgeable, and possesses a mind that is both incisive and creative. Michael listened patiently as I described my estate planning needs and recommended an elegant solution that w...as far simpler and more economical than what I had anticipated. Finally, he and his staff are very well-organized: their follow-up with timely reminders has been uncommonly, consistently excellent. Highly recommended.

Michael Cahill

Replied last February 08, 2017

Thank you for your review, Ethan.

Posted by Susan | December 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

review our lawyer, Michael Cahill.

Mr. Cahill set up our Trust a few years ago, and my husband and I recently visited to review and update our existing will. His receptionist, Becky, was friendly ,courteous, and efficient in setting us up with a prompt appt and advising us of the materials we should bring. Mr. Cahill was knowledgeabl...e of present changes in any laws, and helpful in answering our questions and accommodating our wishes. We are very satisfied with his services, and always leave his office feeling comfortable that he has our interests in mind.

Michael Cahill

Replied last December 06, 2016

Thank you Susan.

Posted by Debbie | October 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Highly recommended

I was referred to Mr. Cahill by my brother and sister-in-law for preparation of estate planning documents and I was not disappointed. He was professional, thorough, friendly and made me feel comfortable. The personal service you get from a small law firm as opposed to the big firms is, hands down, a ...more comfortable and enjoyable experience when dealing with legal matters. I would have no problem recommending Mr. Cahill to friends or family.

Michael Cahill

Replied last October 31, 2016

Thank you for the review Debbie. I appreciate your kind words.

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Michael Louis Cahill's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stephan Freeman

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Michael for many years. I knew him when he was a CPA and before he was an attorney. I find him a man of integrity. I also find him to be extremely knowledgeable in his area of practice. I would highly recommend him for estate planning and probate."

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Michael Porter

Elder law lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known and worked with attorney Michael Cahill for over fifteen years. He is well respected by the general public and by members of the legal community. I endorse Michael Cahill."

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Ronald Gregory

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael L. Cahill. I have referred many clients to Mr. Cahill for Estate Planning. I always hear compliments from my clients for the great service and peace of mind that he provides. Additionally, with Mr. Cahill's LLM and CPA, we have collaborated on business issues that are tax oriented."

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April Hill

Tax lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I feel honored to endorse Michael Cahill. As an attorney in the community I have referred clients to Michael who needed tax advice knowing he would represent them well. They always came back and gave him great reviews."

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Carla Turner-Hahn

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael Cahill is an outstanding professional who makes it easy for his colleagues to refer clients because I always know my clients will be contacting me to thank me and telling me how comfortable Michael made them feel and resolved their issues and put their minds at ease."

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Alan Gross

Probate lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I HAVE WORKED ON MANY CASES WITH MICHAEL. HE IS KNOWLEDGEABLE AND THOUROUGH,"

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Adjunct Professor of Law - 10 Years, Stetson University College of Law

2000

National Tax Moot Court - Team Winner, The Florida Bar

2000

National Tax Moot Court - Best Oralist, The Florida Bar

1999

Cardozo Inn - Member, Phi Delta Phi Legal Honor Fraternity

1998

Moot Court - Best Oralist, Stetson University College of LAw

1996

Certified Faculty Instructor, Raymond James & Associates

1996

Certified Public Accountant, Florida Board of Accountancy

1991

Field Training Officer, City of Tampa

Work Experience

2001 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Stetson University College of Law

2000 - Present

Attorney, Cahill Law Firm, P.A.

1997 - Present

Certified Public Accountant - Sole Proprietor, Michael L. Cahill, CPA

1994 - 1997

Assistant Vice President & Asst. Controller, Raymond James & Associates, Inc.

1993 - 1994

Staff Accountant, Money Plan International

1990 - 1993

Law Enforcement Officer, City Of Tampa, Florida

1986 - 1990

Agent and Registered Representative, Prudential Insurance Company Of America

Associations

2000 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2000 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

St. Petersburg Bar Association, Real Property Section

Member

2000 - Present

Clearwater Bar Association, Probate and Real Property Section

Member

1996 - Present

Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants

Member

2003 - 2004

Florida Bar, Tax Section - National Tax Moot Court Comp.

Chair

2001 - 2002

Florida Bar, Tax Section - National Tax Moot Court Comp.

Vice Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

In Re: Estate of Melvin C. Koch

Settled

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Education

2010

University of Alabama

LL.M - Master of Laws

2000

Stetson University College of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor

1995

Florida Metropolitan University

BS - Bachelor of Science

1986

University of South Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Estate Planning Tools Seminar

Estate Planning

2015

Financial Planning Seminar

Estate Planning

2014

Final Wishes Seminar

Estate Planning

2010

Monthly Meeting

Estate Planning

1999

Planned Giving

Estate Planning

Publications

2000

Elder Law Advocate Dissolution of Marriage: The Rights of the Incapacitated Party

Languages

English

Activity

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