James P. Hines, Jr.

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James P. Hines, Jr.: Attorney with Hines Norman Hines, P.L.
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Biography

Born and raised in Florida, Jim Jr. received his undergraduate degree from Stetson University and his Juris Doctor of Law degree from Regent University.

Recognized every year since 2013 as a Top Rated Lawyer in Tampa Legal Leaders, Jim Jr. was co-chairperson for the Elder Law Section of the Hillsborough County B

Jim Jr. has had four professional articles published to date, “The Use of Special Needs Trusts by Tort Award Recipients,” The Hillsborough County Bar Association Lawyer, June, 1998; “Special Needs Trusts Are Now Available for Persons Over the Age of 65,” The Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers Journal, 1998; and “What is the Purpose of Designation of Healthcare Surrogates and Durable Powers of Attorney?” Pathways, a publication of LifePath Hospice and Palliative Care, Fall 2003, Vol. 1, Issue 3. He co-authored an article with his brother, Robert D. Hines, “Preparing An Estate Plan – What a Parent of a Special Needs Child Should Consider,” Bright Feats Magazine, Spring of 2008 Edition.

At Hines Norman Hines, P.L., Jim Jr. is a partner and works in many of the firm’s practice areas, with an emphasis on Estate Planning, Elder Law, Probate, Asset Protection Planning, Medicaid Planning, and Guardianship.
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Areas of Practice (6)

  • Estate Planning
  • Elder Law
  • Probate
  • Asset Protection Planning
  • Medicaid Planning
  • Guardianship

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Stetson University, B.A., 1990
Law School Attended:
Regent University School of Law, J.D., 1995
Year of First Admission:
1995
Admission:
1995, Florida
Memberships:
Hillsborough County Bar Association; The Florida Bar.
ISLN:
910138985

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Peer Reviews

5.0/5.0 (3 reviews)

  • Legal Knowledge

    5.0/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    5.0/5.0

  • Judgment

    5.0/5.0

  • Communication

    5.0/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    5.0/5.0
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4.4/5.0 (2 reviews)
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James Hines Jr is unlike any person I have met. He is reasonable priced, patient, and connected immediately with me, responded to all emails/calls super fast, and made me feel like I was his only cli...

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