“ Our success is determined not by what we accomplish, but rather, by what we inspire and enable others to accomplish. ”
–Michael J. Fichtel
READY TO MAKE A MOVE ?
If you have a thriving practice and are considering a lateral transition, developing a succession plan, or seeking greater opportunity for advancement, we can meet your needs. We specialize in seamless transitions aimed at amplifying your practice and augmenting the services you provide your existing clientele, while increasing the support and benefits available to you and your team.
TOP REASONS WHY ATTORNEYS
JOIN OUR FIRM
Our Principal Partners are progressive, innovative, and accessible. They meet you where you are in your career and actively participate in your growth and development. Benefit from personalized guidance and our extensive, in-house professional support departments.
BIGGER PLATFORM. BETTER RESULTS.
Our attorneys benefit from our forty years of outstanding client service, established client relationships throughout the country, a vast network of attorneys in varied and complementary practice areas, and our continued geographic expansion.
CULTURE FIT.
We are individually diverse, but together, we share a unique entrepreneurial mindset. This fosters a unique perspective of how we view the practice—and the business—of law. We are like-minded professionals working toward a unified vision, guided by the same core values. MANAGEMENT SUPPORT.
UNLIMITED GROWTH POTENTIAL.
We believe in limitless and sustained growth possibilities and have developed a system that creates and illuminates the pathways toward each attorney’s goals. We empower our people to visualize and realize their talents and potential.
WHY OUR ACQUISITIONS SUCCEED
We know cultural compatibility is the key to success for any acquisition. Most attorneys yearn for a way to maximize their business and income without forsaking their practice of law or work-life balance. While it may seem like an impossible dream, we know you can have it all. We are looking for attorneys who seek not only to be the best lawyers they can be, but the best people they can be. We are driven individuals who prioritize diversity and teamwork. We want those who know the value of family and community and wish to become equally immersed in Kelley Kronenberg’s people and programs. If you strive for personal and professional growth and are looking for a small firm feel with large firm resources, you will feel at home at Kelley Kronenberg.
We developed a practice model that puts the power in your hands: the power to grow at your own pace, earn with limitless potential, and maintain a work-life balance that works for you and your loved ones. Our system empowers partners to run their own businesses within a business. This puts your growth rate and earning potential in your own hands.
WE ONLY SUCCEED WHEN YOU DO
Lateral moves and succession plans work best when met with a business strategy based on symbiosis. Kelley Kronenberg’s acquisition success stands on the foundation that triumph only comes when alignment produces greater client value than either firm produced alone.
Through a collective entrepreneurial spirit, we have continued our evolution as a firm focused on synergistic practice areas and geographic expansion. Since our inception, we have grown from 1 office with a single practice area to 19 locations throughout 9 states, with more than 220 attorneys spanning over 40 practice areas. This results in an internal marketing network that serves as one of our greatest growth resources and better legal outcomes for your clients. | Firm Overview
Since 1980, Kelley Kronenberg has seen sustained growth, constantly rising above obstacles to meet the evolving needs of our clients and the ever-changing landscape of their businesses.
Kelley Kronenberg established and opened its first office in Miami, Florida, quickly followed by a second office in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Michael Fichtel, our current CEO, joined the firm.
Howard Wander, our current COO, joined the firm.
The firm opened its West Palm Beach office to meet growing demand.
Heath Eskalyo, our current CFO, joined the firm. The firm opened its Orlando office and established its headquarters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Kelley Kronenberg commenced a practice area diversification plan, resulting in record growth over the next two decades.
The firm opened an office in Tampa, Florida.
Kelley Kronenberg began expansion outside of Florida, opening an office in Chicago, Illinois. The firm also opened a Tallahassee, Florida office.
The firm opened an office in Atlanta, Georgia, by appointment only.
Kelley Kronenberg opened an office in Jacksonville, Florida, and completed construction of the firm’s new, state-of-the-art headquarters in Fort Lauderdale. By this time, the firm had grown to 300 employees.
The firm opened offices in Daytona Beach and Naples, Florida, and New Orleans, Louisiana.
The firm opened an office in Short Hills, New Jersey, by appointment only.
The firm opened offices in Indianapolis and Merrillville, Indiana, and New York, New York.
Additionally, Kelley Kronenberg added a second building to the firm’s headquarters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
The firm continued its geographic expansion, opening offices in Dallas, Texas; Boston, Massachusetts; and Albany, New York. The firm also reached a milestone of 500 employees.
OUR CURRENT REACH
40+ YEARS IN BUSINESS
220+ ATTORNEYS
40+ PRACTICE AREAS
FORT LAUDERDALE
10360 W. State Road 84
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33324
Phone: (954) 370-9970
ORLANDO
20 North Orange Avenue, Suite 704
Orlando, FL 32801
Phone: (407) 648-9450
NEW YORK CITY
250 Park Avenue, 7th Floor
New York, NY 10177
Phone: (845) 306-7867
CHICAGO
20 N. Clark Street, Suite 1150
Chicago, IL 60602
Phone: (312) 216-8828
TAMPA
1511 N. Westshore Blvd., Suite 400
Tampa, FL 33607
Phone: (813) 223-1697
JACKSONVILLE
10245 Centurion Parkway N, Suite 300
Jacksonville, FL 32256
Phone: (904) 549-7700
MIAMI
220 Alhambra Circle, Suite 410
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Phone: (305) 503-0850
WEST PALM BEACH
1475 Centrepark Blvd., Suite 275
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Phone: (561) 684-5956
DAYTONA
128 Orange Avenue, Unit 306
Daytona Beach, FL 32114
Phone: (754) 888-5437
MERRILLVILLE
233 E 84th Drive, Suite 200
Merrillville, IN 46410
Phone: (317) 731-6243
NEW ORLEANS
400 Poydras Street, Suite 2400
New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
Phone: (504) 208-9055
TALLAHASSEE
6267 Old Water Oak Road, Suite 202
Tallahassee, FL 32312
Phone: (850) 577-1301
INDIANAPOLIS
10475 Crosspoint Boulevard, Suite 218
Indianapolis, IN 46256
Phone: (317) 731-6243
NAPLES
1570 Shadowlawn Drive
Naples, FL 34104
Phone: (239) 990-6490
DALLAS
5956 Sherry Lane, 20th Floor
Dallas, TX 75225
Phone: (983) 999-4640
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
BOSTON
90 Canal Street
Boston, MA 02114
Phone: (866) 643-9734
SHORT HILLS
51 John F. Kennedy Parkway
First Floor West
Short Hills, NJ 07078
Phone: (908) 403-8174
ATLANTA
1100 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 200
Atlanta, GA 30309
Phone: (404) 990-4972
ALBANY
250 Park Avenue, 7th Floor
New York, NY 10177
Phone: (845) 306-7867
• Appellate
• Auto Glass Defense
• Automobile Liability Defense
• Business Bankruptcy, Insolvency & Commercial Creditors’ Rights
• Business & Commercial Transactions
• Commercial Property & Casualty Defense
• Community Associations
• Complex Commercial Litigation
• Construction Accident
• Construction Defect Litigation
• Construction Law
• Copyright & Trademark
• Coverage & Bad Faith
• Data Privacy & Technology
• Directors & Officers Liability
• Dram Shop Liability
• Employer Practices Liability Insurance
• Errors & Omissions
• Estate Planning
• Family Law
• Fraud Detection & Defense
• First-Party Property Insurance Defense
• General Liability & Third-Party Insurance Defense
THE KK PROMISE SUPPORT IN BUSINESS . SUPPORT IN LIFE .
When you join Kelley Kronenberg, you join a firm committed to your success. When it comes to your practice, we want you to excel in every way possible, from document drafting and courtroom skills to business development and team management. We accomplish this by offering incomparable professional and personal resources.
YOU PRACTICE LAW, WHILE
WE BUILD YOUR PRACTICE.
As you advocate for your clients, we advocate for you. We know many attorneys feel the “business” of law often gets in the way of practicing law.
At Kelley Kronenberg, our attorneys are free to practice law while we provide the business services and support needed to build a thriving practice.
PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES
Accounting & Finance
Human Resources
Information Technology
Legal Operations
Marketing & Business Development
Office Services
Corporate Travel & Logistics
ACCOUNTING & FINANCE
The Accounting and Finance Department provides full-service accounting and finance support, delivering a full and standard suite of billing, collections, accounts payable, and business management services. Alleviating the pressure on our attorneys, our department seamlessly interfaces our billing programs with the most advanced software. The accounting team customizes its support to each business unit based on client requirements and practice areas.
HUMAN RESOURCES
Our full-scale Human Resources Department is responsible for implementing human resource management strategies that enable Kelley Kronenberg to recruit, train, and retain employees who are professional, high-performing, and motivated. Our team specializes in unique onboarding, employee engagement, relationship building, performance management, and employee benefits. Our Human Resources Department includes a Director of Professional Development who coordinates the firm’s efforts to help department leaders and their associates improve productivity and profitability. The services provided include mentoring, coaching, and performance management strategies.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Our Information Technology Department manages the day-to-day operation of the firm’s IT resources. Our team develops short–term and long-term information technology support and capabilities for the firm, allowing our attorneys to leverage the most cutting-edge technological advances. In addition to outfitting the firm with elevated hardware, software, and communications systems, our team takes pride in ensuring firm resources are optimized, secure, and available around the clock. Our 24-hour IT hotline ensures our systems work whenever you do.
LEGAL OPERATIONS
Our Legal Operations Department develops, implements, and manages effective compliance strategies and procedures that enable firm attorneys to accept new cases, clients, and legal matters more efficiently. The department also ensures that firm contracts and practices remain compliant with existing regulations and bar requirements. Our Legal Operations Department is responsible for garnering firmwide adherence to our clients’ guidelines, illustrating our commitment to client service.
MARKETING & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
The Marketing Department functions as an in-house agency, working closely with the firm’s practice group leaders to develop high-impact messages, media placements, programs, and strategies that support the firm’s growth plans. The Marketing Department manages all aspects of advertising, client events, public and media relations, and digital outreach. Our Business Development Team acquires new business, negotiates and closes deals, develops strategies for business advancement, and collaborates with our teams to drive expansion and growth.
OFFICE SERVICES
Our Office Services Department ensures all employees have the tangible tools needed to work efficiently. This department handles supply purchasing and distribution, firm fleet management, and vendor relations, and serves as the direct contact for any building or grounds-related matters.
Our Office Services Department also initiated and orchestrated our paperless business system and the installation of state-of-the-art HEPA air filters, in keeping with our firm’s ecological priorities. They maintain the beauty and function of our ultramodern offices, which were curated for high performance and client convenience, with spacious conference rooms, collaborative workspaces, and well-appointed dining areas where we offer daily snacks and weekly breakfasts. This team ensures we have ideal spaces for establishing and deepening business connections.
CORPORATE TRAVEL & LOGISTICS
Kelley Kronenberg is proud to partner with American Express to provide the ultimate corporate travel services. This service plays a critical role in maximizing the efficiency of our attorneys’ time and schedules while traveling for cases, business development, and conferences.
OUR BENEFITS
Our people are the heart and most valued part of Kelley Kronenberg. We understand everyone has different priorities, medical needs, and lifestyles. Kelley Kronenberg’s wellness package offers a variety of cost-effective plans to support your health and financial goals.
UNIQUENESS IS YOUR SUPERPOWER
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are more than just words for us. They are the indelible principles guiding how we build our workforce, cultivate leadership, and create a company that is the right fit for anyone who seeks to join us.
DIVERSITY
Like our clients and our cases, each of our employees is different, and we like it that way! We are committed to celebrating the rich diversity of the people who enable, provide, and receive our services. We listen and engage with our diverse communities, every person taking on the role of both illuminator and illuminated. Our success comes from empowering freedom of thought and opinion in an environment of safety and mutual respect. Our work, activities, and interactions are enriched by celebrating our uniqueness as well as our commonality.
EQUITY
Diversity without equity is meaningless. We ensure equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and advancement without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other defining characteristic.
INCLUSION
Inclusion unleashes the power of diversity. We endeavor to foster belonging and empowerment. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the communities we serve and where everyone feels emboldened to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are driven to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a given, not a goal. As a firm and as individuals, we seek to create a sense of belonging that transcends any role, business unit, or locale.
OUR COMMITMENT
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are. Our commitment to these values is unwavering. They drive our mission and cultivate our impact. We know that having varied perspectives helps generate better ideas to solve the complex problems of a changing and increasingly diverse world.
YOUR ONLY LIMITATIONS ARE THOSE YOU IMPOSE ON YOURSELF.
We have structured the firm’s compensation system to facilitate limitless income acceleration. With an aggressive compensation system in place, each attorney’s success is determined by his or her ambition, dedication, and determination.
With the full support of management, this system also allows our attorneys to establish a level of work-life balance that meets their personal and familial needs.
OUR COMPENSATION MODEL
The firm uses a system of compensation that is both creative and rational. Our system allows attorneys to generate far greater income than can be produced under the traditional systems in place at most firms.
| Business Model
Consistent with the industry standard, our attorneys are offered a highly competitive base salary that is guaranteed. In addition, based on an attorney’s portable book of business, profit potential, personnel needs, and overhead, the attorney can secure additional income based on the profits his or her department generates. The additional income potential is determined based on a tiered system, allocating an increased percentage that correlates to increasing profits generated by the attorney’s department.
