Kenneth P. Brier

Kenneth P. Brier, Employment Contracts Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Employment Contracts, Estate Planning, and Probate · 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

CounselatVerrill Dana LLP

Boston, MA

Practicing employment contracts in Boston since 1980.

46+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
2 client reviews
3
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Kenneth P. Brier is a counsel based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Employment Contracts, Estate Planning, and Probate. Kenneth has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Verrill Dana LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Based in
Boston, MA
Experience
over 46 years
Known for
Employment Contracts · Estate Planning · Probate
  • Handles Employment Contracts, Estate Planning, and Probate matters from Boston, MA.
  • Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Kenneth P. Brier: Kenneth P. Brier is a counsel based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Employment Contracts, Estate Planning, and Probate. Kenneth has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Verrill Dana LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Kenneth takes on

Kenneth concentrates on employment contracts, estate planning, probate, tax, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kenneth handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment Contracts cases in Boston, Massachusetts

Kenneth takes employment contracts matters in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Planning cases in Boston, Massachusetts

Kenneth takes estate planning matters in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Boston, Massachusetts

Kenneth takes probate matters in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Boston, Massachusetts

Kenneth takes tax matters in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Boston, Massachusetts

Kenneth takes trusts matters in Boston, Massachusetts. 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

Meet Kenneth P. Brier — employment contracts lawyer in Boston

Kenneth P. Brier is a counsel based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Employment Contracts, Estate Planning, and Probate. Kenneth has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Verrill Dana LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Listed in: The Best Lawyers in America and Massachusetts Super Lawyers. Certified Public Accountant, Massachusetts, 1981.

Working with Kenneth on a employment contracts matter

Listed in: The Best Lawyers in America and Massachusetts Super Lawyers. Certified Public Accountant, Massachusetts, 1981.

Who Kenneth represents

Kenneth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment contracts, estate planning, and probate matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Columbia University

    J.D. · 1979

  • Princeton University

    A.B. · 1975

Jurisdictions

Kenneth's state bar admissions

  • U.S. Tax Court

    1986 · ACTIVE

  • Massachusetts

    1980 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1980 · ACTIVE

Kenneth studied at J.D. in Columbia University and A.B. in Princeton University.

Law school and academic background

Kenneth completed J.D. in Columbia University and A.B. in Princeton University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kenneth runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

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

  • Boston

    Past-Co-Chair: Trusts and Estates Section Estate Planning Committee), Massachusetts and American Bar Associations Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accounts Boston Estate Planning Council Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP · membership

  • American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (Member, International Estate Planning Committee)

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Locations

Kenneth P. Brier's office in Boston

Kenneth's primary office is at One Federal Street, 20th Floor, Boston, MA, 02110. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Verrill Dana LLP

One Federal Street, 20th Floor

Boston, MA 02110

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Kenneth P. Brier — 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

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 employment contracts attorneys in Boston.

5.0

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Hiring guide

How to hire Kenneth P. Brier — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment contracts 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 employment contracts attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment contracts 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 employment contracts practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Kenneth P. Brier

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

  • How long do employment contracts cases in Massachusetts typically take?

    Simple employment contracts 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 Boston?

    Kenneth is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts 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 employment contracts 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

Employment Contracts attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts

Kenneth handles employment contracts matters throughout Massachusetts. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment contracts attorneys in that community.

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