Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Estate Planning & Probate Lawyers in Fort Collins
Brett M. Hill has served Colorado communities since 1932, establishing itself as a trusted legal practice with three generations of Hill attorneys. Our firm specializes in estate planning, probate administration, elder law, and real estate matters, with Brett M. Hill leading as a recognized expert in wills, trusts, and tax planning. We combine decades of experience with personalized service, offering both flat-fee structures and hourly consultations to accommodate client needs.Our approach emphasizes clear communication, preventive legal strategies, and community engagement through educational seminars. We utilize modern technology for remote consultations while maintaining traditional values of integrity and client advocacy. Our team's deep local roots and multi-generational continuity ensure consistent, reliable representation across generations of families and businesses.
Services
Estate Planning
Probate Administration
Elder Law
Real Estate Contracts
Business Formation
HOA Representation
Probate Litigation
Medicaid Planning
Land Disputes
Contract Drafting
Details
- Year established: 1932
Highlights and features
- Three generations of Colorado legal experience since 1932
- Brett Hill specializes in estate planning with 25+ years of practice
- Transparent flat-fee options for wills and estate planning
- Personalized approach with multi-generational family continuity
- Modern technology integration for remote consultations
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell
Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services help clients create comprehensive plans for asset distribution. We specialize in wills, trusts, and power of attorney documents that coordinate with asset titles and beneficiary designations. Our approach ensures clients understand how their estate plan functions, with options ranging from simple wills to complex tax planning strategies.
Probate Administration
We guide executors through Colorado's probate process for both formal and informal proceedings. Our services include will lodging, asset collection, debt settlement, and distribution to beneficiaries. With expertise in probate litigation, we help resolve disputes while maintaining compliance with state-specific regulations and timelines.
Elder Law
Our elder law practice addresses Medicaid planning, guardianship, and long-term care strategies. We help families navigate complex regulations while protecting assets and ensuring proper care arrangements. Services include conservatorship establishment and planning for incapacity through advance directives.
Real Estate Law
We review and draft real estate contracts for residential and commercial transactions. Our services include easement negotiations, purchase agreements, and dispute resolution. We help clients understand property rights and prevent future litigation through thorough contract analysis.
Business Formation
We assist in forming LLCs, corporations, and partnerships with tailored operating agreements. Our services include shareholder agreement drafting, business structure consultation, and compliance guidance. We help entrepreneurs establish legal frameworks that minimize tax burdens and operational risks.
People
Brett M. Hill
Attorney
Fourth-generation Fort Collins attorney specializing in estate planning and probate since 1997. Martindale-Hubbell rated, with expertise in wills, trusts, and real estate matters. Focuses on client education and preventive legal strategies.
Susan Dinkel
Paralegal
Experienced paralegal and Fort Collins native with 25+ years working alongside Brett Hill. Handles probate filings, document notarization, and HOA bookkeeping. Provides continuity in client support and case management.
Questions
What estate planning services do you offer?
We provide wills, trusts, powers of attorney, living wills, and Medicaid planning. Our services include flat-fee simple wills and customized complex estate plans.
Do you handle probate cases outside Fort Collins?
Yes, we represent clients throughout Northern Colorado with both formal and informal probate proceedings, including estate administration and litigation.
Can I schedule a remote consultation?
Yes, we offer Zoom video conferences for remote clients or those with health concerns, maintaining face-to-face interaction through virtual platforms.
What payment options are available?
We offer flat-fee structures for standard services, hourly rates for complex matters, and payment plans. Cash payments receive a 3.5% discount.
Do you assist with HOA disputes?
Yes, we represent homeowners and associations in HOA disputes, including rule enforcement, collection issues, and bylaw compliance matters.
