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William Sidney Hickman

Estate planning Attorney at Lynnwood, WA

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  • Licensed for 35 years
    State WA
    Acquired 1987
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5
Practice areas
  1. Elder law
    20%
    Long-Term Care and Medicaid Planning

  2. Estate planning
    20%
    Estate and Personal Care Planning

  3. Guardianship
    20%

  4. Probate
    20%

  5. Trusts
    20%

I graduated from Brigham Young University, receiving my J.D.,cum laude, in 1985 and my B.A. in American Studies in 1982. Afterward I began clerkingfor the Honorable Ricardo Hinojosa, United States District Judge,Southern District of Texas.

I grew up in Washington, and after completing my education and some work experience out of state, I returned to the Seattle area in 1987. I first worked as an associate attorney at the law firms of Karr TuttleCampbell (1987 - 1991) and Short Cressman and Burgess (1991 - 1992). Then, in 1993, I opened my own law office where I practiced for twelve 2005, I joined forces with Jacob Menashe to form Hickman Menashe,P.S.

I am a past Chair of the Elder Law Section of the WashingtonState Bar Association and a member of Washington State's chapter of theNational Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. I speak regularly tocommunity and service groups, such as the United Way, helping toeducate people about estate planning, special needs trusts and otherlegal issues.

I am active in my church and community, where I frequently work with theBoy Scouts of America. I enjoy spending time with my wife and twosons.

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Work Experience

  • Attorney
  • Hickman Menashe, P.S.
  • 2005 - Present
  • Attorney
  • WIlliam S. Hickman, P.S.
  • 1993 - 2005
  • Associate Attorney
  • Short Cressman & Burgess PLLC
  • 1991 - 1992
  • Associate Attorney
  • Karr Tuttle Campbell
  • 1987 - 1991
  • Clerk
  • United States Government- Southern District of Texas
  • 1985 - 1987
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Education

  • Brigham Young University - J. Reuben Clark Law School
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1985
  • Brigham Young University
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1982

Associations

  • National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Washington chapter)
  • Member
  • 1993 - Present
  • King County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 1993 - Present
  • Snohomish County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 1993 - Present
  • Washington State Bar Association, Elder Law Section
  • Member
  • 1993 - Present
  • Snohomish County Estate Planning Council
  • Member
  • N/A
  • Academy of Special Needs Trust Planners
  • Member
  • N/A
  • Washington State Bar Association, Elder Law Section
  • Chair
  • 2004 - 2005
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Peer Review Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2016

Publications

  • Washington State Bar Association The New Essentials for Practicing Elder Law Seminar
  • Medicaid Overview: Fundamentals of New Medicaid Changes
  • 2004

Speaking Engagements

  • Snohomish County Bar Association Advanced Probate Practice
  • Closing the Probate: Selected Issues
  • 2017
  • 12th Annual Hope Conference on Parkinsons
  • Planning for Individuals and Families Facing a Long-Term Illness: Where Do Medicaid and Special Needs Trusts Fit In
  • 2017
  • Washington State Bar Association Long Term Care: Strategies and Solutions Seminar
  • Eligibility Issues, Long-Term Care Benefits Under the Medicaid, Medicare and VA Programs
  • 2005
  • The New Essentials for Practicing Elder Law Seminar
  • Medicaid Overview: Fundamentals of New Medicaid Changes
  • 2004
  • Washington State Bar Association, Elder Law Section
  • Medicaid Planning for Couples in Second Marriages
  • 2002
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Elder law Attorney | Apr 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Probate Attorney | Sep 20
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"I've known Bill for two years, and worked with him on a few of his probate cases. Bill mentored me in estate planning and probate when I was first getting started. Bill Hickman is a trusted and respected attorney in his community. He's an expert in estate tax planning, contested probate matters, and medicaid planning. Bill is also a good person with a lot of integrity and a good heart. I fully endorse Bill Hickman. He is an excellent choice for legal representation."
Elder law Attorney | Jun 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Bill Hickman has been an Elder Law colleague of mine for many years. I have personal knowledge of his expertise, competence and compassion. I highly recommend Bill to any potential client needing representation in Elder Law matters."
Elder law Attorney | Jun 14
Relationship: Other
"I endorse this lawyer. I met Bill over a decade ago at a national continuing legal education seminar. We've stayed in touch over the years as well as have worked together on state chapter matters. Bill is knowledgeable, hard working and easy to talk to."
Elder law Attorney | Oct 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Bill for many years and have worked with him in our professional association. He is a very well-respected Elder Law attorney in the Lynnwood community. I would be happy to refer clients to him."
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Lynnwood Estate planning Lawyer William Sidney Hickman
William Sidney Hickman
Estate planning Attorney
Lynnwood, WA
Licensed for 35 years