About Kristen

Kristen Gardiner practices business law in Gilford, New Hampshire. She has been an attorney owner since 2016 and previously served as a companion in her firm starting in 2007. Her practice consists of various areas, including estate making plans, probate, property law, and elder law. Kristen's knowledge spans several decades, having begun her legal career in 1989. She has held positions as a partner, associate, and law clerk, and additionally labored as a solo attorney in Warwick, Rhode Island, from 2001. Kristen earned her J.D.

from Lewis & Clark Law School in 1987. Prior to that, she obtained a B.S. in Resource Economics from the University of New Hampshire in 1982. This educational background laid the foundation for her information of enterprise and financial principles, which she applies in her legal practice. Her numerous expertise allows her to help clients with many legal matters, from business formation to property planning. Most of her work includes advising enterprise clients on adherence, contracts, and transactions.

She also helps families handle the necessities of estate planning and estate administration, making sure that their wishes are honored after death. In addition, Kristen offers guidance on real estate transactions, assisting clients purchase, promote, or lease estate whilst adhering to nearby restrictions. Her elder law practice focuses on problems affecting seniors, which includes long-time period care planning and guardianship. Before setting up her personal practice, Kristen worked in a number of roles within the area of law. She has been involved with numerous organizations, including the Gilford Forest Estates Community Association, the place she serves as treasurer. Her commitment to community service extends to her work with the Central NH VNA and Hospice, where she is likewise a board member.

Kristen is a member of the New Hampshire State Bar and has inactive memberships with both the Rhode Island and Oregon State Bars. She is also affiliated with the Lakes Region Board of Realtors, which enhances her actual estate practice. Her involvement in those organizations displays her commitment to staying related together with her professional community and understanding the wants of her clients. In her free time, Kristen enjoys engaging with the area people and staying up to date on legal developments. She believes within the importance of continuous studying and frequently participates in continuing legal education seminars and workshops. Her dedication to her clients and her community makes her a respected determine in the legal field of New Hampshire.

Education

Lewis & Clark Law School

J.D.

1987

University of New Hampshire

B.S. | Resource Economics

1982

Experience

Lawyer Owner

Gardiner Law, PLLC
2016

Partner

Rice Law Office, PLLC
2007

Director, Associate

Martin, Lord & Osman, PA
2004

Sole Practitioner, Warwick, Rhode Island

J. Kristen Gardiner, Esq.
2001

Partner, Associate, Law Clerk

Reeves, Kahn & Eder
1989

Accepted Jurisdictions

Rhode Island
New Hampshire
Oregon

Types of Cases Handled

Business Law Estate Planning Probate Real Estate Law Elder Law

Professional Associations

Gilford Forest Estates Community Association

Board has membership, Treasurer Current

Central NH VNA and Hospice

Board has membership 2014 - Current

New Hampshire State Bar

has membership 2005 - Current

Rhode Island State Bar (Inactive)

has membership 2001 - Current

Oregon State Bar (Inactive)

has membership 1990 - Current

Lakes Region Board of Realtors

Affiliate has membership 2009 - 2011

Office Locations

Main Office

 36 Country Club Road, Suite 915 Gilford NH 03249