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 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by Annette | July 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Best Estate Planner

Atty. Cahill did my entire estate planning, i.e., living will, healthcare surrogate, power of attorney and reviewed my trust. He was honest, professional and extremely helpful. Five years later I had to revise it due to the death of the principle. His charges are reasonable for the amount of paperwo...rk and legality of all involved. I referred my neighbor to him and she was as pleased with him as I was.

Michael Cahill

Replied last July 23, 2020

Thank you Annette.

Posted by Tim | July 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Outstanding Communication and Service!

Mr. Cahill and his office were extremely helpful in taking me through and completing the Probate process. His knowledge and attention to detail was second to none. He made a difficult time just a little bit easier knowing he was working in my best interest. I recommend him!

Michael Cahill

Replied last July 23, 2020

Thank you Tim.

Posted by Dan | July 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Trusts and Taxes

I first went to Mike for advice on establishing a trust/will and other legal documents for my mother. He wad the consummate professional. He walked me through the process and explained everything in a clear and concise manner. I ended up setting up my own trust and will because of the experience. ... Mike also does my taxes. He's honest and considers your needs. I highly recommend Mike. He's great.

Michael Cahill

Replied last July 23, 2020

Thank you Dan.

Posted by Chris | January 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Excellent knowledgeable attorney

I had a very satisfactory experience in updating my estate planning. Michael is knowledgeable, precise, gives great advice and one feels entirely confident in his practice and execution. Highly recommend Michael for your estate planning needs

Michael Cahill

Replied last January 21, 2020

Thank you!

Posted by jt and robbie | January 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

will,etc.

Michael took care of our will and end of life papers. also handles our taxes. we have complete confidence in Michael.

Michael Cahill

Replied last January 11, 2019

Thank you guys.

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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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