Kyle returned my call the same day to speak with my mom and me about her trust/estate status and gave my mom spot on advice/insight without charging my her. My mom has extremely limited vision, and a family member had taken documents from her trust/will out of her home without telling her. After our initial call, mom hired Kyle. He made sure all my mom’s PoA's, Addendums, etc. were in order, updated, and delivered to her within a few days. Kyle has vast knowledge in all estate planning, wills, and trust matters. His kindness and integrity were apparent from our first call and meeting. His staff is very professional (Gretchen is amazingly helpful and responsive). Kyle guides his clients through the trust/will/estate procedure with knowledge, insight and efficiency while taking great care of his clients which made the entire process easy!
My spouse and I had a great experience working with Kyle and Gretchen to get our estate planning organized. We felt we received good advise and that the process was smooth and efficient. We recommend Kyle and Gretchen without any hesitation.
We are committed to providing the highest quality personal legal services. Our practice focus is Estate Planning. Period. This includes Wills, Trusts, Advance Health Care Directives, and Powers of Attorney.
We create both Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts. Whether for probate avoidance, advanced tax planning, or other objectives, our Trusts are custom-drafted based on the unique circumstances of our clients.
A Last Will and Testament is a fundamental legal instrument. We create Last Wills, especially for young families with minor children and for empty nest clients as a "back stop" to their probate avoidance planning via non-probate transfer methods.
LIFE IS FRAGILE. WE CAN HELP YOU PROTECT EVERYONE YOU LOVE AND EVERYTHING YOU HAVE.LIFE IS FRAGILE. WE CAN HELP YOU PROTECT EVERYONE YOU LOVE AND EVERYTHING YOU HAVE.LIFE IS FRAGILE. WE CAN HELP YOU PROTECT EVERYONE YOU LOVE AND EVERYTHING YOU HAVE.LIFE IS FRAGILE. WE CAN HELP YOU PROTECT EVERYONE YOU LOVE AND EVERYTHING YOU HAVE.
Kyle has authored a nationally-syndicated newsletter for Estate Planning attorneys since 1995. In addition, Kyle has written for and been quoted in a number of industry publications, including Trusts & Estates magazine, The National Law Journal, Lawyer’s Weekly USA, Broker World, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance, Kiplinger’s Retirement Report, Wealth and Retirement Planner, Inc. (magazine), The Kansas City Star, , The Business Journal of Kansas City, KC Small Business and Ingram’s. In addition, Kyle serves on the Editorial Review Board for the Journal of Financial Planning.
Kyle has provided continuing education instruction to fellow attorneys, accountants and financial professionals at local, regional and national programs. In addition, he is a frequent public speaker on the subject of Estate Planning to a wide variety of lay audiences. Prior to entering private practice, Kyle served as a Captain in the U.S. Army Judge Advocate General's Corps from 1984 to 1989, in West Germany (see photo).
Kyle and his wife, Gretchen, have been married since 1981, and have three daughters. Kyle is an Associate Instructor with Walk Thru the Bible Ministries, presenting Old Testament and New Testament live events in local churches. Kyle serves Commissioner on the Kansas Governmental Ethics Commission and as a volunteer Attorney Advisor for Kansas City Hospice. When his schedule permits, you may find Kyle on family property outside Mound City, Kansas, tromping around in the woods or sitting on the creek bank. He is a lousy golfer.
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Posted by Melinda | September 19, 2023
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Kyle Krull Is The Best Estate Planning Attorney
Kyle returned my call the same day to speak with my mom and me about her trust/estate status and gave my mom spot on advice/insight without charging my her. My mom has extremely limited vision, and a family member had taken documents from her trust/will out of her home without telling her. After our initial call, mom hired Kyle. He made sure all my mom’s PoA's, Addendums, etc. were in order, updated, and delivered to her within a few days. Kyle has vast knowledge in all estate planning, wills, and trust matters. His kindness and integrity were apparent from our first call and meeting. His staff is very professional (Gretchen is amazingly helpful and responsive). Kyle guides his clients through the trust/will/estate procedure with knowledge, insight and efficiency while taking great care of his clients which made the entire process easy!
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Posted by Pascal | September 10, 2023
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Great Estate Planning experience
My spouse and I had a great experience working with Kyle and Gretchen to get our estate planning organized. We felt we received good advise and that the process was smooth and efficient. We recommend Kyle and Gretchen without any hesitation.
Posted by Mallory | August 27, 2023
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Highly recommend.
Kyle was great to work with. He was very organized and clear. We also appreciated that he answered any questions we had in a timely manner.
Posted by anonymous | August 26, 2023
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Five Stars
Kyle has always been very efficient and responsive to the needs of my mother when putting together her trust. We highly recommend him.
Posted by Kathryn | August 10, 2023
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Confidence in the finished product
I had previously met Kyle through a family member and knew when it came time for my estate planning I would use his services. I appreciated his thoroughness, candor on options and patience with my numerous questions. Kyle and his team helped me navigate through the process and I have a feeling of confidence with the finished product.
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Posted by anonymous | August 8, 2023
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Highly recommend.
Kyle is extremely knowledgeable and personable. He does a great job explaining complex information in a way that is easy to understand. He was very responsive and patient to our many questions and requests for information. His detailed and organized system of preparing the documents ensured that everything was in perfect order on the day the documents were signed. We highly recommend him!
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Posted by Terri | July 14, 2023
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Estate Planning
Kyle came highly recommended to us back in 2015, when we had our Will completed. We recently contacted Kyle again to convert our Will over to a Trust, in which Kyle explained each phase of the Trust in detail so that was easier to understand. He made the whole process feel seamless. I would highly recommend Kyle Krull for any Estate Planning for you and your family!
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Posted by Anna | July 3, 2023
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Mrs.
We came to Kyle knowing almost nothing about Estate Planning. Kyle took the time to explain the basics to us in our consultation. He provided reading material so we could learn more. Then, he patiently answered emails as we asked many questions. He didn't push us to purchase the most expensive plan and even ended up recommending a cheaper solution that fit our immediate needs better. I appreciate that there is an option to "upgrade" in the future. By the end of the process, I wondered why I was so stressed at the beginning. I highly recommend using Kyle for your estate planning!
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Posted by Susan | June 30, 2023
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Knowledgeable and professional
Kyle and his team were very professional. He was well organized at each meeting and made estate planning easy to understand. He and his team were friendly and knew our background to assist us in the right plan for us. He guided us so that we knew exactly what to do. We really enjoyed working with him. I would definitely recommend him.
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Posted by Brittany | June 13, 2023
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Highly Recommend Kyle Krull!!!
Kyle Krull is a wealth of knowledge on estate planning. Originally, my husband and I had checked out those "do it yourself" estate planning services. I am SO glad we did not go that route. There is so much to think about and Kyle was incredibly helpful on how to structure things specific for our family. We were very impressed by how thorough he was and what was included in the final estate planning binder. I can't recommend Kyle enough!!!
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Response from Kyle KrullJune 14, 2023
"Do it yourself" planning should be reserved for such things as staining your deck over the weekend. You wisely chose not to be your own estate planning attorney. We are thankful you decided to work with us to "help you protect everything you have and everyone you love." Welcome to our "client" family.
Posted by Loy & Alba | June 13, 2023
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Loy & Alba English
Had an excellent experience with the law office of Kyle Krull for our Estate Planning needs. He was honest, knowledgeable and efficient. Willing to take the time necessary for us to understand all the details. We would highly recommend his services to anyone. We also liked that his home office was just a few steps from the driveway.
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Response from Kyle KrullJune 14, 2023
Loy and Alba, an estate plan can only provide the "peace of mind" intended if you understand the details. That is why we spend time anticipating and addressing questions. Welcome to our "client" family.
Posted by anonymous | June 13, 2023
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Estate Planning
Kyle did a great job helping us navigate the complex path of estate planning.
Response from Kyle KrullJune 14, 2023
Estate planning can seem complex, if not overwhelming. We get that. It was our pleasure to help you "navigate" the path to the right estate plan for you. Welcome to our "client" family.
Posted by Jacob | April 14, 2023
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Highly Recommend
Had a wonderful experience with Kyle & Gretchen. We gave them a brief description of what we wanted, and Kyle painted a map for us to discuss all our options on how to achieve it. So glad we came here. Thank you Kyle & Gretchen! Would highly recommend.
Response from Kyle KrullJune 14, 2023
Jacob, we strive to ensure that every client fully understands the full range of their estate planning options. Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. Welcome to our "client" family.
Posted by Julia | April 7, 2023
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Kyle was very patient and helpful drawing up my will and any changes given my situation. I highly recommend him.
Response from Kyle KrullJune 14, 2023
Julia, thank you for taking the time to provide this rating and review of your estate planning experience. Welcome to our "client" family.
Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2023
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Kyle and Gretchen are a Great Team!
Kyle and Gretchen are a great team and they made the process understandable and smooth. It took us several months to get through the process but that's because we had a lot on our plates but wanted to make sure we thoroughly reviewed every aspect of our documents, and it just took a while to get through them. Kyle has great ways to explain complicated legal concepts that are interesting, and sometimes humorous!
The final product was presented in a very professional binder so that everything is in one place. They also provided PDF files of all documents that can be sent to others who need to have them.
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Response from Kyle KrullMarch 27, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to rate and review your estate planning experience. We certainly understand that "life happens," and our clients are busy living that life. As a result, we want to ensure our process is smooth and complex legal concepts are clearly explained in plain English, employing stories, analogies, and metaphors when helpful. We try to put the "fun" back into estate planning. ;-D
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Posted by Chet | March 20, 2023
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It may be the last important thing you do.
My wife and I have been blessed with Kyle Krull's expertise and patience for almost 20 years. As our family needs have shifted we have had to make changes. Not only were those carried out in a crisp legal way, the man proved to be an excellent guide to help us articulate what our hearts wanted.
As a person who has had some successful business I have worked with many attorneys and I honestly cannot imagine a better consultant for this most important part of life.
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Response from Kyle KrullMarch 27, 2023
Wow, Chet. Thank you for blessing us with the opportunity to serve you and your wife as part of our "client" family over these nearly two decades. Where do the years go? An estate plan can only provide the confidence and peace of mind sought if it is clearly understood and dutifully maintained as life changes inevitably occur.
Posted by Jane | March 19, 2023
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Excellent!
Kyle and Gretchen were thorough, knowledgeable, and helpful at every stage of our estate planning. We found them trustworthy, and would recommend them to anyone.
Response from Kyle KrullMarch 27, 2023
Jane, thank you for taking the time to evaluate your experience with us. We appreciate having you in our "client" family.
Posted by Edwin | March 18, 2023
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Clear, concise, caring
There are many agencies, applications, and attorneys out there providing estate planning services, but Kyle Krull learns who his clients really are and taylors the plans to their specific needs. He listens to their concerns, offers helpful suggestions, but doesn't judge their final decisions. He is acutely aware of the morality informing these decisions. After we were finished, we understood what we needed to do, what documents were in place y, and what they meant.
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Response from Kyle KrullMarch 27, 2023
Ed, thank you for your endorsement of our estate planning process. By design, that process is "client forward," so everything is custom designed for each client's unique circumstances and objectives. As business expert Stephen Covey put it: "Seek first to understand, before seeking to be understood." We learn best when we are listening. We appreciate having you in our "client" family.
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Posted by Craig | March 18, 2023
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Craig Klos, P.T., A.T.C., new client
When you experience excellent service with integrity in today's working world, it is a minor miracle. That is what we experienced with Kyle Krull and his wife Gretchen. We utilized Krull Law for POA, Health Care Directive, Anatomical Gift Declaration, and Protected Health Information. All documents were concise and easy to read. Highly recommend the Law Office of Kyle Krull, P.A.
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Response from Kyle KrullMarch 27, 2023
Craig, thank you. We appreciate your thoughtful rating and review. Having you and your family as part of our "client" family is a pleasure.
Posted by David | February 10, 2023
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Highly Recommended
My wife and I were a little intimidated about the prospect of getting a will / trust done but after meeting Kyle and Gretchen we quickly became comfortable with both of them. I was very impressed with Kyle’s knowledge and attention to detail and took the time to answer all of our questions and designed a plan just for us. We appreciated both Kyle and Gretchen’s high moral standards as well as Kyle’s unique since of humor.
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Estate planning Attorney | May 17
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. The very highest credentials of integrity and legal skill. One of the most conscientious attorneys I have ever worked with. Truly concerned about his client's needs and well-being."
Estate planning Attorney | Apr 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"A number of years ago, I had the opportunity to work with Kyle on an incredibly complex estate planning matter made even more difficult by strained family dynamics. Kyle's ability to eliminate the unimportant and focus on critical family issues showed me how powerful an excellent communicator can be in the estate planning process. I highly recommend and endorse Kyle Krull for all estate planning in Overland Park, Kansas and the greater Kansas City area.
I endorse this lawyer."
Estate planning Attorney | Jul 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Kyle is an excellent estate planning attorney. Not only is he expert at what he does, but he is a man of integrity and gifted at counseling his clients on estate planning matters. Highly recommended!"
Estate planning Attorney | Jun 22
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I highly recommend Kyle and his team for all estate planning needs. I have referred numerous clients to Kyle, and I appreciate how he provides not only excellent legal representation, but also a personal commitment to client satisfaction. Kyle is not only a great attorney but also a great person, and it is a privilege to call him colleague and friend."
Estate planning Attorney | Jun 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have the pleasure of knowing Kyle and am very happy to endorse him for estate planning, wills & trusts. Kyle is very well qualified in his area of the law and cares deeply about his clients and is very trustworthy."
Estate planning Attorney | Jan 13
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have known Kyle for more than 10 years as a colleague in the estate planning community and as a friend. Kyle is a consummate professional and an excellent attorney. Kyle has a natural ability to listen and draw out the best in those around him. I can recommend Kyle without reservation to anyone seeking competent and caring estate planning advice and counsel."
Estate planning Attorney | Mar 17
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I recently attended a seminar related to estate planing where Kyle was one of the presenters. I also had to opportunity to get to know him personally. Kyle has thoughfully considered every aspect of estate planning and how best to help design estate plans for his clients. He skillfully describes complex estate planning issues and makes them seem simple. Any family that works with Kyle to design an estate plan will leave his office knowing that they have planned for every issue that is important to their family and no detail has been overlooked."
Estate planning Attorney | Mar 15
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"As a fellow attorney who practices estate planning in another state, I endorse Kyle Krull. I have known Kyle Krull for several years and would not recommend any other estate planning attorney in the Overland Park, KS area. He is simply the best. Kyle is highly educated and gifted in the area of Estate Planning and truly cares about his clients and their needs. Kyle is extremely professional and has a high degree of integrity in the community."
Estate planning Attorney | Mar 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Krull is not only a very good lawyer, but he is very generous in helping other lawyers in the community. He is really one of the go to lawyers when I have a question about something i am unfamiliar with."
Estate planning Attorney | Feb 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Kyle since 2005. He is helpful to colleagues and maintains the highest ethical standards. He approaches his clients in a very caring and understanding way, which is especially important in estate planning where difficult issues and decisions are considered. Kyle is also committed to educating himself in a variety of venues, which equips him to give advice beyond that of the typical estate planning attorney. For all these reasons and more, I endorse Kyle Krull without reservation."
Estate planning Attorney | Aug 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I meet Kyle Krull more than 10 years ago and have had the opportunity to attend a seminar he conducted for other estate planning attorneys and have personally used some of his client communication tools in my own practice. Kyle has proven track record as a thoughtful and creative planner."
Estate planning Attorney | Jul 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Without question, I endorse this lawyer. I have known Kyle both personally, as well as professionally. I also focus my practice on creating Wills and Trusts for individuals in Overland Park, Kansas. Now one might perceive us to be area “competitors” in representing clients. However, I cannot say enough not only is Kyle a “top notch” attorney, but also one of the most knowledgeable and dedicated attorneys I have encountered over the many years I have practiced law. In effect, if I have a legal question which has arisen with my own client, I without hesitation seek Kyle’s guidance and great legal wisdom in handling the issue. Furthermore, without vacillation, Kyle always provides excellent and accurate advice."
Estate planning Attorney | Mar 25
Relationship: Other
"Kyle enjoys a superb reputation among other estate planning attorneys for the quality of the services he provides his clients. He really "listens" to his clients, and thereby provides them with the estate plan that they actually need -- a rare gift. I would not hesitate to recommend Kyle as the go-to estate planning attorney in Overland Park and Kansas City."
Estate planning Attorney | Jun 29
Relationship: Friend
"I have known Kyle Krull for over 15 years and have found him to be very knowledgeable, forthright in his opinions, and always demonstrating a keen insight into what clients are really searching for. I look to his law practice as a model that I should strive to achieve every day. I whole heartedly endorse Kyle to any potential client or fellow attorney."