About William Collins

William Collins Hicks is an attorney based in Springfield, Ohio, specializing in estate planning, probate, and real estate law. He earned his Juris Doctor from Ohio State University in 1973 and his Bachelor of Arts from Dartmouth College in 1965. He is admitted to practice law in Ohio. Mr. Hicks has been an active member of the Ohio State Bar Association and the Clark County Bar Association.

He has also served as Chair of the Ohio State Bar Unauthorized Practice of Law Committee, overseeing matters related to the unauthorized practice of law in Ohio. His practice focuses on estate planning, assisting clients in drafting wills, trusts, and other documents to manage their assets. He also handles probate cases, guiding executors and beneficiaries through the probate process. Additionally, he deals with real estate law, including transactions, disputes, and property management issues. Before establishing his own practice, Mr.

Hicks worked at a law firm in Springfield, gaining experience in various areas of law. He has been practicing law for over four decades, building a reputation for his understanding of estate planning and probate matters. He is a member of the Ohio State Bar Association and the Clark County Bar Association. He has also served as Chair of the Ohio State Bar Unauthorized Practice of Law Committee, overseeing matters related to the unauthorized practice of law in Ohio. Mr.

Hicks is known for his dedication to his clients and his commitment to upholding the standards of the legal profession. He continues to serve the Springfield community through his legal practice and his involvement in local bar associations.

Education

Ohio State University - Columbus

J.D. (1973) | Law

1973

Dartmouth College

A.B. - Applied Baccalaureate (1965)

1965

Accepted Jurisdictions

Ohio

Court Admissions

Supreme Court of Ohio State Supreme Court · Admitted 1973

Types of Cases Handled

Estate Planning Probate Real Estate Law

Legal Services Scope

Estate Planning Probate Real Estate Transactions

Professional Associations

Ohio State Bar Association

has membership Current

Clark County Bar Association

has membership Current

Ohio State Bar Unauthorized Practice of Law Committee

Chair Current

Information is based on available public records and may not be exhaustive or current.