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I have been with Dougherty Molenda law firm and have lived in Burnsville MN for over 30 years. Most of my client matters are in Dakota & Scott Counties, while I often appear in court with clients in Carver and Goodhue Counties, as well as Hennepin.
Today's families are diverse, but the confronting issues and the course for resolution are parallel across the family spectrum. My clients come from all lifestyles and cultural and financial circumstances. When my clients' matters are complete, most all walk away from the experience feeling good because of my legal representation and the mutual respect we shared.
I am often discribed by my clients as: "genuine," "direct, but approachable," "frank and no sugar-coating," "prompt & responsive," and "problem-solver."
Outside of the office and courtroom, I enjoy gardening and I live to flyfish--I love to stalk the trout in the Western Wisconsin and Montana trout streams!
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State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
14985 Glazier Avenue Suite 525, Wings Financial Building, Apple Valley, MN, 55124
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Posted by L. | December 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Not just an attorney but a trusted friend !
I came to Sharon for a legal help with my divorce case. It was supposed to be an easy process as we have no children and I was voluntarily waving all my marital rights in any marital property we had. The process turned into a shit show when we started listing all the marital assets. The counter part ...
Posted by Chad | March 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Sharon Hills is Fantastic! Highly Recommend!
Sharon handled my divorce, estate and custody matter. From start to finish I new I was in great hands. Sharon is extremely reassuring, articulate, knowledgeable and effective. She gave me piece of mind during a very stressful time. I learned very quickly to trust her direction and ideas, always! I go...
Posted by Bethany | May 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent-Professional-Efficent
Sharon helped me with my divorce and it couldn't have gone more smoothly. Everything on my end was completely effortless which is exactly what you are looking for when you are dealing with divorce. She was very attentive and she efficient! Would recommend her to anyone!
Posted by Matt | November 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Exceptional Experience
I hired Sharon when faced with a custody/child support case. After meeting with and calling several lawyers I knew that Sharon was the right choice. She was able to put my mind at ease when dealing with a stressful situation. I was always given good information and advice to what was happening dur...
Posted by Aimee | September 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Knowledgeable, compassionate, and driven
Sharon walked me through all the avenues I could pursue with my marital issues, and how those could impact future custody and safety concerns I had. She clearly communicated and advocated for me at each step. I felt supported at a time when I was scared for me and my child's safety, and she helped me...
"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."
"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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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
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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)
1992 - Present
Shareholder, Dougherty, Molenda, Solfest Hills & Bauer P.A.
2006 - Present
State Bar of WisconsinMember
1989 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
Dakota County Bar AssociationMember
2007 - 2018
Minnesota Office of Professional Responsiblity-First District Ethics CommitteeMember Investigator
Won at trial court and on appeal
Split decision on all issues
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.
1989
JD - Juris Doctor
2014
New Millennium Legal Ethics
2012
Ethical Lapses-What Went Wrong & Why?
2007
Beyond the Rules: Common Ethical Dilemmas
English
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