Atty. John S. Kitchen
John S. Kitchen is a lawyer practicing trust law, probate, estate and gift taxation and 3 other areas of law.
Estate and Gift Taxation & More Attorney · Serving Laconia, NH · 52+ Years Experience
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About John S. Kitchen at a Glance
John S. Kitchen is a Member based in Laconia, New Hampshire, practicing at John S. Kitchen. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and ssd. Admitted to practice in New Hampshire (1974), U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire (1974), U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1977), and U.S. Tax Court (1992). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1973) and Williams College (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of New Hampshire (Member, Continuing Legal Education Committee, 1996—) and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Laconia, NH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John S. Kitchen
- John S. Kitchen is a lawyer practicing trust law, probate, estate and gift taxation and 3 other areas of law
- John S. received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years
- John S. practices at John S. Kitchen in Laconia, NH
Practice Areas Explained
John S. Kitchen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John S. Kitchen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Laconia.
Trusts in Laconia
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Probate in Laconia
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Estate Planning & Probate in Laconia
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
John S. Kitchen is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New Hampshire →
Tax Law in Laconia
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
John S. Kitchen is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in New Hampshire →
Social Security Disability in Laconia
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
John S. Kitchen is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in New Hampshire →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Laconia
Practicing law in New Hampshire. Legal matters in New Hampshire are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Laconia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Hampshire state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Hampshire brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Hampshire courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Laconia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Laconia-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Laconia Choose John S. Kitchen
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John S. Kitchen's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and ssd.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John S. Kitchen brings 52+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Hampshire, U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire, and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court, John S. Kitchen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, John S. Kitchen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Laconia
A Laconia-based practice means John S. Kitchen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John S. Kitchen Handles in Laconia
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