About Aaron
Aaron K. Kirkland: Expert Fiduciary Litigation Attorney in Kansas and Missouri
Aaron K. Kirkland is a dedicated and results-oriented attorney specializing in fiduciary litigation and administration, providing comprehensive legal counsel to both individual and corporate clients throughout Missouri and Kansas. With a proven track record of success in complex legal disputes, Mr. Kirkland is committed to protecting his clients’ assets and navigating the intricacies of estate planning, trust administration, and challenging fiduciary actions. He brings a strategic and meticulous approach to every case, leveraging extensive experience in appellate law and courtroom advocacy to achieve optimal outcomes.
Mr. Kirkland’s expertise encompasses a wide range of matters, including trust contests, breach of fiduciary duty claims, no-contest clause disputes, and the administration of trusts and estates. He is particularly adept at handling complex property title issues arising in trust administration and has a deep understanding of the legal principles governing powers of attorney.
Before joining Kembell Woods & Martinsen LLP in 2017, Aaron served as an attorney at Shook Hardy & Bacon LLP, where he gained invaluable experience defending companies in high-stakes individual and complex litigation across the United States. This background has equipped him with a sophisticated legal strategy and a relentless focus on achieving favorable results for his clients.
Practice Areas
Mr. Kirkland’s practice focuses on the following areas of law:
- Fiduciary Litigation and Administration: He specializes in all aspects of fiduciary disputes, including actions against trustees, executors, guardians, and corporate officers.
- Trust Disputes & Contests: Aaron possesses significant experience litigating trust contests, meticulously examining trust documents and challenging distributions based on legal grounds.
- Trust Administration: He provides strategic legal guidance throughout the entire trust administration process, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Probate Litigation: Aaron handles complex probate litigation matters, including will contests and challenges to probate court decisions.
- Estate Planning Litigation: He provides defense and counsel in litigation pertaining to estate planning.
Key Litigation Expertise
Aaron's litigation experience extends to:
- Appellate Advocacy: He has successfully handled appeals in both Kansas and Missouri appellate courts, demonstrating a thorough understanding of appellate law and procedure. Specifically, he has represented clients in appeals involving no-contest clauses, powers of attorney, and complex trust administration disputes.
- Breach of Fiduciary Duty Claims: Aaron’s experience includes vigorously defending individuals and corporations against accusations of breach of fiduciary duty.
- Property Title Disputes: He possesses extensive expertise in resolving disputes concerning the title to transferred property within trust contexts.
Education & Credentials
Aaron K. Kirkland is a highly respected legal professional with a commitment to excellence.
- Recognized: Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Trusts and Estates, Kansas City, KS (2025)
- Recognized: Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- Legal Recognition: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2024
He is committed to providing proactive and strategic legal solutions to clients seeking to protect their assets and achieve their goals. If you are facing a challenging fiduciary dispute or require expert legal counsel in trust administration, please contact Mr. Kirkland to discuss your case.
