Robert Joseph Hills, experienced Business, Estate Planning attorney in Peoria, IL with 19 reviews
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Robert Joseph Hills

411 Hamilton Blvd., Peoria, IL

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2010:
Thomas M. Cooley Law School, JD - Juris Doctor
2005:
DePaul University, BS - Bachelor of Science

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Tejanita007

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02 Jul, 2024
He gave me good answers & bought comfort when needed. He seems like a good attorney.
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Ed jordon

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03 Jan, 2023
Smartest man I’ve ever met. Great atty. highly recommend.
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Joshua murphy

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24 Aug, 2022
I hear he is a wonderful attorney haven't gotten email back yet from his office after I sent one bye email not sure if I was hacked n it didn't go Thur or if maybe office didn't get it since I hear he is such a great attorny and his partners and law firm is on of the best I hope to here back soon need legal representation on several matters
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Publications

2017:
Hinshaw Health Care Newsletter, The Medical Studies Act: Preserving the Privilege Under Grosshuech
2010:
ABA Transportation Committee Quarterly: Spring 2010, Vol. 3, No. 2, U.S. Department of Transportation Joins Global Relief Efforts in Haiti

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