Sharon K. Hills

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Sharon K. Hills

5.0
32 reviews
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Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 36 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Apple Valley, MN
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Support ... +2 more

14985 Glazier Avenue Suite 525, Wings Financial Building, Apple Valley, MN

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About Sharon

Biography

An accomplished & practical approach to help you make sound legal decisions

An objective but passionate force to get you through the emotionally trying time

No non-sense lawyer who gets results that make sense~

Family law covers many areas: custody, support, post-divorce, adoption, prenuptial agreement

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

35 years

50%
Child Support 15%

Child support issues can arise in a pending divorce or between unmarried parents or for a modification of an existing support order.

35 years

15%
Family 15%

Divorce, separation, post-divorce issues, custody, child support, adoption, prenuptial agreements, Order for Protection.

35 years

15%
Child Custody 10%

Child custody issues can arise in a pending divorce, or between unmarried parents or for a modification of an existing custody order.

35 years

10%
Other 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 19 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2006

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Minnesota for 36 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1989

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Dougherty, Molenda, Solfest, Hills & Bauer P.A.

14985 Glazier Avenue Suite 525, Wings Financial Building, Apple Valley, MN, 55124

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Sharon K. Hills's Reviews

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Posted by Christy | June 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Professional Experience and Leadership

From the moment I hired Sharon as my divorce attorney, I felt confident I was in great hands. As a stay-home mom with two young children, Sharon not only guided me through the mediation and divorce process, but gave helpful feedback and direction as I started my new life chapter. She consistently loo...ked after my best interests, continually put my fears at ease and was an honest, steady force for me throughout the entire process. Having Sharon on my side gave me the professional experience and leadership I needed.

Posted by anonymous | May 02, 2014 | Child Custody

Divorce/Custody Legal Representation

Sharon came highly recommended to me as being an exceptionally fair, honest and a person who "would not be afraid to take her gloves off in court". Technically, it was a "relocation" case which included moving the children to another state as their primary residence (mirrors a "custody" case). Sharo...n regularly encouraged "good faith" practices/activities of the client and followed by fair/straight legal methods supported solely by facts (she is able to kindly listen to emotions of client and console them, but weeds emotions out in court/documents/etc) . Her direct approach and in-depth knowledge of MN laws/statutes enables clients to minimize their legal fees along the way. While her service fees may feel "above average", I can assure you her services - attitude, skillset and outcome will exceed the "above average legal fee" !

Posted by Harold & Sue | March 24, 2014 | Child Custody

Child Custody for our Grandson

When I first walked into the office I was greeted by the receptionist. I told her that we needed help with getting custody of our grandson and needed an attorney that could help us. I met with Sharon Hills and she took the time to listen to me and then she made several good points on how it would ...be handled. By the time I left her office I felt a lot more at ease and confident that we had a good chance at getting custody of our grandson. We decided we wanted to hire her. Sharon was very professional and was in contact with us on a regular basis. We knew we would be in good hands because we felt Sharon was very knowledgeable and knew exactly how to handle our case. Sharon was very easy to talk, very calming and sensitive to our feelings, and a very good listener! We would not think twice about referring her to our family, friends, and co-workers. Very happy and yes we did win!!!!! Thanks Sharon!

Posted by Tammy | March 02, 2014 | Family

Loved Sharon Hills!

Sharon Hills was amazing- she was completely honest with me and fought for me to the very end of my settlement. She is very knowledgeable of Family Law and her years of experience was one of the main reasons I hired her. I would recommend her to anyone!

Posted by Linnette | March 01, 2014 | Family

Sharon K Hills...the best in town!

I have had Sharon on "my side" for some very daunting family issues. She always had my best interest in mind and a solution to what seemed unsolvable. She was my first choice and representitive for my divorce case and the custody issues that continue to crop up after the divorce was final. She was my... rock when things felt so hopeless she kept my mind at ease and took the legal terms and translated them to my personal needs. Thank You Sharon for your professionalism during a very scary and horrible time in my life and my boys lives. I am forever grateful I had you on "my side".

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Sharon K. Hills's Lawyer Endorsements

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Amanda Porter

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Sharon is a compassionate attorney who works hard for her clients."

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William Sherry

Family lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sharon Hills is well respected by judges, attorneys, court staff and professional colleagues. She has earned an excellent reputation as a smart, sensible, well-prepared and effective attorney. I have known Sharon many years, and I would gladly refer to her with confidence that she would do an outstanding job."

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Eric Satre

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this Sharon. I have referred many friends and neighbors to her over they years and they have consistently been pleased with her work despite the difficult circumstances they faced. I will continue to refer clients to her in the future based on her past results."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters

2022

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Client's Choice, Avvo

2022

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2022

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Client's Choice, Avvo

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

SuperLawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

1997

Community Peace Award (contributions domestic violence issues), 360 Communities (Formerly: Community Action Council)

Work Experience

1992 - Present

Shareholder, Dougherty, Molenda, Solfest Hills & Bauer P.A.

Associations

2006 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

1989 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

1989 - Present

Dakota County Bar Association

Member

2007 - 2018

Minnesota Office of Professional Responsiblity-First District Ethics Committee

Member Investigator

Sample of Legal Cases

Khosa v Crandall

Won at trial court and on appeal

Hessler v Hessler

Split decision on all issues

Ryman v Ryman

Trial court denied mom's motion and Court of Appeals affirmed in part & reversed in part. On remand and after custody trial (evid. hrg), trial court denied mom's motion for custody.

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Education

1989

Hamline University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2014

MN Continuing Legal Education Seminar

New Millennium Legal Ethics

2012

MN Continuing Legal Education Seminar

Ethical Lapses-What Went Wrong & Why?

2007

MN Continuing Legal Education Seminar

Beyond the Rules: Common Ethical Dilemmas

Languages

English

Activity

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