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Matthew "Matt" Hochstetler, Tax Attorney in Naples, Florida

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Matthew "Matt" Hochstetler is an attorney based in Naples, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts. Currently practicing at Kirkland Hochstetler PLLC.

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Naples, FLORIDA
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Tax · Trusts
  • Handles Tax and Trusts matters from Naples, FLORIDA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026).

About Matthew "Matt" Hochstetler: Matthew "Matt" Hochstetler is an attorney based in Naples, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts. Currently practicing at Kirkland Hochstetler PLLC.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Matthew "Matt" Hochstetler

Matthew concentrates on tax and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Matthew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Tax cases in Naples, Florida

Matthew 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.

Trusts cases in Naples, Florida

Matthew 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Matthew "Matt" Hochstetler — Attorney of Florida tax experience

Matthew "Matt" Hochstetler is an attorney based in Naples, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts. Currently practicing at Kirkland Hochstetler PLLC.

Matt Hochstetler is a founding member of the boutique trusts and estates law firm Kirkland Hochstetler PLLC, with offices in Naples, Florida and Canton, Ohio. Based primarily in Naples, Florida, Matt advises wealthy families, family offices, and private family trust companies throughout the United States. His practice focuses on Tax Law, Trusts and Estates, including estate planning, generational wealth transfer strategies, and trust and estate administration. He also counsels clients on the formation, governance, and ongoing operation of family offices and private trust companies.

Matt is a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC) and is admitted to practice law in Florida, Georgia, and Ohio. He holds board certification in Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate Law from the Ohio State Bar Association. In addition to his legal practice, Matt regularly writes and speaks on topics involving tax planning, trusts and estates, and fiduciary administration.

Matt earned his Master of Laws (LL.M.) from the University of Miami Heckerling Graduate Program in Estate Planning, where he graduated first in his class. He received his Juris Doctor, magna cum laude, from The University of Toledo College of Law. During law school, he was elected to the Order of the Coif and served on the executive board of the law review.

Working with Matthew on a tax matter

Matt Hochstetler is a founding member of the boutique trusts and estates law firm Kirkland Hochstetler PLLC, with offices in Naples, Florida and Canton, Ohio. Based primarily in Naples, Florida, Matt advises wealthy families, family offices, and private family trust companies throughout the United States. His practice focuses on Tax Law, Trusts and Estates, including estate planning, generational…

Who Matthew represents

Matthew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for tax and trusts matters in Naples and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Matthew "Matt" Hochstetler's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Toledo

    J.D. magna cum laude · 2009

  • University of Miami School of Law

    LLM (Estate PLanning) · 2022

Jurisdictions

Matthew's state bar admissions

  • Florida, The Florida

    ACTIVE

  • Georgia, State Bar o

    ACTIVE

  • Ohio, Ohio State Bar

    ACTIVE

Matthew studied at J.D. magna cum laude in University of Toledo and LLM (Estate PLanning) in University of Miami School of Law.

Law school and academic background

Matthew completed J.D. magna cum laude in University of Toledo and LLM (Estate PLanning) in University of Miami School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Matthew runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Matthew "Matt" Hochstetler

Matthew has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — OSBA Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rating

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — OSBA Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rating (2026).

Locations

Matthew "Matt" Hochstetler's office in Naples

Matthew's primary office is at 999 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Suite 509, Naples, Florida, 34108. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Kirkland Hochstetler PLLC

999 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Suite 509

Naples, Florida 34108

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Hiring guide

How to hire Matthew "Matt" Hochstetler — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new tax attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Matthew usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Matthew charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matthew'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; Matthew will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a tax attorney in Naples, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many tax 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 Matthew

Matthew discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in tax practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every tax 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. Matthew confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Matthew's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many tax practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Matthew "Matt" Hochstetler

  • How much does it cost to hire Matthew for a tax case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Matthew walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Matthew offer a free consultation?

    Matthew charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matthew's office. Some tax attorneys offer free consults — check Matthew's current terms during booking.

  • How long do tax cases in Florida typically take?

    Simple tax 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. Matthew gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Matthew take my case if I'm outside Naples?

    Matthew 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 — Matthew 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 Matthew?

    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. Matthew will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Matthew accepting new tax clients right now?

    Matthew's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Tax attorneys serving Naples, Miami and Tampa in Florida

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