
Kenneth D. Krier, Estate Planning Attorney in Naples, Florida
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning, General, and Probate · 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PrincipalatCummings & Lockwood LLC
Naples, FL
Practicing estate planning in Naples since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 4.8 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Kenneth D. Krier is a principal based in Naples, FL. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, General, and Probate. Kenneth has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cummings & Lockwood LLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Naples, FL
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Estate Planning · General · Probate
- Handles Estate Planning, General, and Probate matters from Naples, FL.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Kenneth D. Krier: Kenneth D. Krier is a principal based in Naples, FL. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, General, and Probate. Kenneth has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cummings & Lockwood LLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Kenneth D. Krier
Kenneth concentrates on estate planning, general, probate, tax, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kenneth handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Estate Planning
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General
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Probate
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Estate Planning cases in Naples, Florida
Kenneth takes estate planning matters in Naples, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kenneth agrees to represent you.
General cases in Naples, Florida
Kenneth takes general matters in Naples, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Naples, Florida
Kenneth takes probate matters in Naples, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Naples, Florida
Kenneth takes tax matters in Naples, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Naples, Florida
Kenneth takes trusts matters in Naples, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Kenneth D. Krier — Over 50 years of Florida estate planning experience
Kenneth D. Krier is a principal based in Naples, FL. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, General, and Probate. Kenneth has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cummings & Lockwood LLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Kenneth D. Krier is a Principal in Cummings & Lockwood’s Private Clients Group and is based in the Naples office. Since 1975, he has focused his practice on estate and tax planning, charitable giving and estate and trust administration.
Ken moved to Naples from Fairfield, Connecticut in 1984.
Professional Recognition
• The Best Lawyers in America, 2018 - Present
• Florida Super Lawyers, 2006 - Present
• Martindale-Hubbell, AV Rated
Civic and Philanthropic Activity
• North Naples United Methodist Church, Board of Stewards, Chair
• Naples Players Endowment, Chair
• The Village School at North Naples Church, Trustee
• Naples Pelican Bay Rotary, Board Member
• Past Chair:
Conservancy of Southwest Florida
The Naples Players
Park Shore Association
Admiralty Point Condominium Association
• Past Board Member of:
Naples Community Hospital
Collier County YMCA
Collier County YMCA Endowment
Collier County Arts Council
United Arts Council of Collier County
Irving Spencer Cooper Institute for Advanced Studies in Medicare and the Humanities
Articles/Publications
•''''The Attorney as Personal Representative or Trustee,'''' Florida Bar Journal, 1991
• ''''Irrevocable Trusts Ease Charges,'''' The National Law Journal,co-authored with George A. Wilson, 1989
News & Insights
• Naples Office - 2023 Best Lawyers in America and Ones to Watch
•35 Cummings & Lockwood Attorneys in Connecticut and Florida Have Been Named Among The Best Lawyers in America for 2021, 2 Attorneys Received Lawyer of the Year Awards and 8 Attorneys Have Been Identified as the Ones to Watch
•Six Cummings & Lockwood’s Trusts & Estates Attorneys Named Florida Super Lawyers in 2020
•34 Cummings & Lockwood Attorneys in Connecticut and Florida Named Among The Best Lawyers in America for 2020
• Cummings & Lockwood Attorneys in Connecticut and Florida Named 2019 Best Lawyers in America
• Seven Cummings & Lockwood’s Trusts & Estates Attorneys Named 2018 Florida Super Lawyers
• 32 Cummings & Lockwood LLC Attorneys Named to 2018 Best Lawyers List
• Cummings & Lockwood's Trusts & Estates Attorneys Named 2017 Florida Super Lawyers
• Cummings & Lockwood Attorneys Named 2016 Florida Super Lawyers
• Cummings & Lockwood Attorneys Named 2015 Florida Super Lawyers
Kenneth's approach to estate planning cases
Kenneth D. Krier is a Principal in Cummings & Lockwood’s Private Clients Group and is based in the Naples office. Since 1975, he has focused his practice on estate and tax planning, charitable giving and estate and trust administration. Ken moved to Naples from Fairfield, Connecticut in 1984. Professional Recognition • The Best Lawyers in America, 2018 - Present • Florida Super Lawyers, 2006 -…
The kind of cases Kenneth takes
Kenneth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning, general, and probate matters in Naples and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Kenneth D. Krier's legal education and bar admissions
University of Virginia
J.D. New · 1975
Wesleyan University
B.A. · 1972
Jurisdictions
Kenneth's state bar admissions
Florida
1984 · ACTIVE
Connecticut
1979 · ACTIVE
New York
1976 · ACTIVE
Kenneth studied at J.D. New in University of Virginia and B.A. in Wesleyan University.
Law school and academic background
Kenneth completed J.D. New in University of Virginia and B.A. in Wesleyan University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kenneth runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Kenneth D. Krier
Kenneth has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Kenneth's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Organizations • The Florida Bar • Collier County Bar Association
membership
Locations
Kenneth D. Krier's office in Naples
Kenneth's primary office is at Collier Place II, 3001 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 400, Naples, FL, 34103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Cummings & Lockwood LLC
Collier Place II, 3001 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 400
Naples, FL 34103
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Client reviews of Kenneth D. Krier — 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Kenneth. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing estate planning attorneys in Naples.
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How to hire Kenneth D. Krier — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kenneth usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kenneth charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kenneth's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kenneth will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in Naples, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many estate planning matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kenneth
Kenneth discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every estate planning matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kenneth confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kenneth's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many estate planning practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kenneth D. Krier
How much does it cost to hire Kenneth for a estate planning case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kenneth walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kenneth offer a free consultation?
Kenneth charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kenneth's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Kenneth's current terms during booking.
How long do estate planning cases in Florida typically take?
Simple estate planning matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kenneth gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kenneth take my case if I'm outside Naples?
Kenneth is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kenneth will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Kenneth?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kenneth will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kenneth accepting new estate planning clients right now?
Kenneth's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Estate Planning attorneys serving Naples, Miami and Tampa in Florida
Kenneth handles estate planning matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified estate planning attorneys in that community.
- Naples2,155 attorneys
- Miami15,918 attorneys
- Tampa9,739 attorneys
- Orlando7,352 attorneys
- Fort Lauderdale6,726 attorneys
- Jacksonville5,497 attorneys
- Tallahassee4,383 attorneys
- West Palm Beach3,699 attorneys
- Boca Raton3,668 attorneys
- Coral Gables3,397 attorneys
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
- Sarasota1,994 attorneys
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