
Kenneth Willard Kingma, Business Attorney in St Louis, Missouri
Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Estate Planning, and Probate · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratHusch Blackwell LLP
St Louis, MO
Practicing business in St Louis since 1980.
- 46+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Kenneth Willard Kingma is a partner based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Probate. Kenneth has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Husch Blackwell LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- St. Louis, MO
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- Business · Estate Planning · Probate
- Handles Business, Estate Planning, and Probate matters from St. Louis, MO.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Kenneth Willard Kingma: Kenneth Willard Kingma is a partner based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Probate. Kenneth has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Husch Blackwell LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kenneth takes on
Kenneth concentrates on business, estate planning, probate, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kenneth handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in St Louis, Missouri
Kenneth takes business matters in St Louis, Missouri. 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 St Louis, Missouri
Kenneth takes estate planning matters in St Louis, Missouri. 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 St Louis, Missouri
Kenneth takes probate matters in St Louis, Missouri. 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 St Louis, Missouri
Kenneth takes tax matters in St Louis, Missouri. 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 Willard Kingma — business lawyer in St Louis
Kenneth Willard Kingma is a partner based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Probate. Kenneth has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Husch Blackwell LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Kenneth Willard Kingma is a lawyer practicing business, estate planning/probate, financial services and 2 other areas of law. Kenneth received a B.A. degree from Calvin College in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years. Kenneth practices at Husch Blackwell LLP in St. Louis, MO and 1 other location.
How Kenneth handles business matters
Kenneth Willard Kingma is a lawyer practicing business, estate planning/probate, financial services and 2 other areas of law. Kenneth received a B.A. degree from Calvin College in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years. Kenneth practices at Husch Blackwell LLP in St. Louis, MO and 1 other location.
Who Kenneth represents
Kenneth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, estate planning, and probate matters in St Louis and the surrounding Missouri area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Boston University
LL.M. Taxation · 1983
Calvin College
B.A. Psychology · 1977
Jurisdictions
Kenneth's state bar admissions
Nebraska
2012 · ACTIVE
Missouri
2007 · ACTIVE
Michigan
1980 · ACTIVE
Kenneth studied at LL.M. Taxation in Boston University and B.A. Psychology in Calvin College.
Law school and academic background
Kenneth completed LL.M. Taxation in Boston University and B.A. Psychology in Calvin College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kenneth runs in Missouri 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
Professional Associations and Memberships •American Bar Association •Estate Planning Council of St
membership
Louis •State Bars of Michigan, Missouri and Nebraska
membership
Locations
Kenneth Willard Kingma's office in St. Louis
Kenneth's primary office is at 190 Carondelet Plaza, Suite 600, St. Louis, MO, 63105-3441. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Husch Blackwell LLP
190 Carondelet Plaza, Suite 600
St. Louis, MO 63105-3441
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Client reviews of Kenneth Willard Kingma — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Kenneth Willard Kingma — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business 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 business attorney in St Louis, Missouri
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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 business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kenneth Willard Kingma
How much does it cost to hire Kenneth for a business 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 business attorneys offer free consults — check Kenneth's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Missouri typically take?
Simple business 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 St Louis?
Kenneth is licensed in Missouri. Matters governed by Missouri 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 business 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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