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Kenneth P. "Ken" Kreider, Construction Attorney in Cincinnati, Ohio

focused on Construction, Estate Litigation, and Real Estate

Cincinnati, OH

Trusted construction attorney serving Cincinnati.

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Kenneth P. "Ken" Kreider is an attorney based in Cincinnati, OHIO. The practice focuses on Construction, Estate Litigation, and Real Estate.

Based in
Cincinnati, OHIO
Experience
attorney
Known for
Construction · Estate Litigation · Real Estate
  • Handles Construction, Estate Litigation, and Real Estate matters from Cincinnati, OHIO.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Real Estate (Cincinnati) (2018).

About Kenneth P. "Ken" Kreider: Kenneth P. "Ken" Kreider is an attorney based in Cincinnati, OHIO. The practice focuses on Construction, Estate Litigation, and Real Estate.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Kenneth P. "Ken" Kreider

Kenneth concentrates on construction, estate litigation, real estate, and zoning. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kenneth handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Construction cases in Cincinnati, Ohio

Kenneth takes construction matters in Cincinnati, Ohio. 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.

Estate Litigation cases in Cincinnati, Ohio

Kenneth takes estate litigation matters in Cincinnati, Ohio. 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.

Real Estate cases in Cincinnati, Ohio

Kenneth takes real estate matters in Cincinnati, Ohio. 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.

Zoning cases in Cincinnati, Ohio

Kenneth takes zoning matters in Cincinnati, Ohio. 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 P. "Ken" Kreider — Attorney of Ohio construction experience

Kenneth P. "Ken" Kreider is an attorney based in Cincinnati, OHIO. The practice focuses on Construction, Estate Litigation, and Real Estate.

Ken's practice touches all areas of real estate development including financing, real estate taxation, building and preservation code matters, rail/utility rights of way, renewable energy leases, sustainable building practices and incentives, and climate change concerns, all instrumental to achieve superior results in a variety of client transactions. Ken has transactional experience with Opportunity Zones, New Market Tax Credits, Low Income Housing Tax Credits, shopping center acquisitions, and major league sports facility developments. Ken was named a Fellow of the American College of Real Estate Lawyers and is certified as a specialist in Business, Commercial and Industrial Real Property Law by the Ohio State Bar Association. Ken has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America since 2009 and Ohio Super Lawyers since 2011.Ken is a licensed title insurance agent and serves as Executive Vice President, Chairman of the Board, and Agent for Riverbend Commercial Title Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of KMK. Ken currently serves as co-leader of the firm's Real Estate Group.

Representative Work

  • Development and financing of craft brewing facilities
  • Office Leasing on Class A high-rise and suburban projects
  • Development and financing of MLS Stadium
  • Construction financing of a National League Baseball Stadium
  • Ohio transactional counsel on IPO related financing for a large industrial company
  • Acting as local development counsel on a large neighborhood housing redevelopment using LIHTC
  • Advise legacy companies on disposition of former railroad right of ways throughout the Midwest
  • Representing a manufacturer in a building code dispute before the Ohio Board of Building Appeals

Professional & Community Involvement

  • Cincinnati Bar Association, Real Property Committee (past Chair)
  • Ohio State Bar Association, Committee on Specialist Certification
  • Cincinnati Ohio Historic Conservation Board (1998-2013)
  • Society for the Preservation of Music Hall, Board of Trustees
  • SAY East Cincinnati Soccer, Treasurer
  • Union Village Development Company, Board of Directors
  • East Wing of Kenyon College Alpha Delta Phi, Board Secretary

Working with Kenneth on a construction matter

Ken's practice touches all areas of real estate development including financing, real estate taxation, building and preservation code matters, rail/utility rights of way, renewable energy leases, sustainable building practices and incentives, and climate change concerns, all instrumental to achieve superior results in a variety of client transactions. Ken has transactional experience with…

Who Kenneth represents

Kenneth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, estate litigation, and real estate matters in Cincinnati and the surrounding Ohio area.

Credentials

Kenneth P. "Ken" Kreider's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Cincinnati

    J.D. · 1989

  • University of Cincinnati

    — · 1989

  • Kenyon College

    BA · 1986

Jurisdictions

Kenneth's state bar admissions

  • Ohio, Ohio State Bar

    ACTIVE

Kenneth studied at J.D. in University of Cincinnati, — in University of Cincinnati, and BA in Kenyon College.

Law school and academic background

Kenneth completed J.D. in University of Cincinnati, — in University of Cincinnati, and BA in Kenyon College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kenneth runs in Ohio is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Kenneth P. "Ken" Kreider

Kenneth has received 24 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Real Estate (Cincinnati)

    2018

  • Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Affordable Housing

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Construction

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Development

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Natural Resources

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Shopping Center Transactions

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax Certiorari

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Title Matters

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Transactions

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — American College of Real Estate Lawyers, Fellow

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — American College of Real Estate Lawyers, Bankruptcy Committee Secretary, 2012

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Chambers USA: America's Leading Business Lawyers

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Named to Ohio Super Lawyers

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Cincinnati Academy of Leadership for Lawyers, Class VII (2000), Fellow

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Real Estate (Cincinnati) (2018). Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026).

Locations

Office locations for Kenneth P. "Ken" Kreider in Cincinnati, Ohio

Kenneth's primary office is at Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Cincinnati, Ohio 45202

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Hiring guide

How to hire Kenneth P. "Ken" Kreider — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new construction 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 construction attorney in Cincinnati, Ohio

A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 construction practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every construction 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 construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Kenneth P. "Ken" Kreider

  • How much does it cost to hire Kenneth for a construction 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 construction attorneys offer free consults — check Kenneth's current terms during booking.

  • How long do construction cases in Ohio typically take?

    Simple construction 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 Cincinnati?

    Kenneth is licensed in Ohio. Matters governed by Ohio 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 construction 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

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