F. Kirk Kolodner, Trusts Attorney in Towson, Maryland
Towson, MD
Trusted trusts attorney serving Towson.
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F. Kirk Kolodner is an attorney based in Towson, MARYLAND. The practice focuses on Trusts. Currently practicing at Wright, Constable & Skeen LLP.
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- Handles Trusts matters from Towson, MARYLAND.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Baltimore) (2024).
About F. Kirk Kolodner: F. Kirk Kolodner is an attorney based in Towson, MARYLAND. The practice focuses on Trusts. Currently practicing at Wright, Constable & Skeen LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters F. takes on
F. concentrates on trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case F. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Trusts cases in Towson, Maryland
F. takes trusts matters in Towson, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before F. agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet F. Kirk Kolodner — trusts lawyer in Towson
F. Kirk Kolodner is an attorney based in Towson, MARYLAND. The practice focuses on Trusts. Currently practicing at Wright, Constable & Skeen LLP.
Kirk Kolodner is a trial lawyer with 30 years of litigation and transactional experience in many diverse areas of law. He is AV rated by Martindale-Hubble, which is the highest rating for legal ability and professional ethics. He has been selected to Maryland Super Lawyers for 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 21014 and 2015. In 2012 and 2013, he had the distinction of being named among the 100 top lawyers in Maryland. He was selected for 2015 among Best Lawyers® in America in the practice area of litigation (trusts and estates). He graduated from Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin, and obtained his law degree from the University of Baltimore School of Law. He is a Member of the law firm and has been practicing law in Maryland since 1980. His practice areas include family, divorce and marital separation law, guardianships, business and commercial litigation, personal injury, real estate litigation, estate and trust litigation, and general civil litigation. His primary focus is family and divorce law. As a trial attorney, Mr. Kolodner asserts his client's interests aggressively, but he is sensitive to the costs and risks involved in litigation. He has significant experience strategizing and analyzing litigation issues, and he has handled all aspects of litigation from investigation, negotiation, pre-trial discovery and motions, to the trial and appeal. Mr. Kolodner is past chair of his law firm's litigation practice, coordinating the firm's litigation among its 20 lawyers.
How F. handles trusts matters
Kirk Kolodner is a trial lawyer with 30 years of litigation and transactional experience in many diverse areas of law. He is AV rated by Martindale-Hubble, which is the highest rating for legal ability and professional ethics. He has been selected to Maryland Super Lawyers for 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 21014 and 2015. In 2012 and 2013, he had the distinction of being named among the 100…
Who F. represents
F. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for trusts matters in Towson and the surrounding Maryland area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Baltimore
J.D. · 1979
Lawrence University
BA
Jurisdictions
F.'s state bar admissions
Maryland, MSBA
ACTIVE
F. studied at J.D. in University of Baltimore and BA in Lawrence University.
Law school and academic background
F. completed J.D. in University of Baltimore and BA in Lawrence University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice F. runs in Maryland is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
F. has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Baltimore)
2024
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Baltimore) (2024). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026).
Locations
F. Kirk Kolodner's office in Towson
F.'s primary office is at 1 Olympic Place, Suite 800, Towson, Maryland, 21204. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Wright, Constable & Skeen LLP
1 Olympic Place, Suite 800
Towson, Maryland 21204
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How to hire F. Kirk Kolodner — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new trusts attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with F. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
F. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain F.'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; F. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a trusts attorney in Towson, Maryland
A short list to run through before you commit: How many trusts 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 F.
F. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in trusts practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every trusts 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. F. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
F.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many trusts practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about F. Kirk Kolodner
How much does it cost to hire F. for a trusts case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. F. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does F. offer a free consultation?
F. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain F.'s office. Some trusts attorneys offer free consults — check F.'s current terms during booking.
How long do trusts cases in Maryland typically take?
Simple trusts 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. F. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can F. take my case if I'm outside Towson?
F. is licensed in Maryland. Matters governed by Maryland law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — F. 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 F.?
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. F. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is F. accepting new trusts clients right now?
F.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Trusts attorneys serving Towson, Baltimore and Annapolis in Maryland
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