Overview
With more than 25 years of legal experience, Kyle Manikas serves professionals, business owners, and families seeking clear, strategic guidance on wealth transfer, asset protection, and tax-efficient planning. As a director in Aprio Legal, he brings a consultative approach that pairs technical rigor with accessible communication.
Experience
Kyle’s practice spans foundational estate plans — wills, revocable trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives — as well as advanced structures including irrevocable and dynasty trusts. He advises on business succession planning for closely held entities, estate and generation-skipping transfer tax minimization, and coordinated wealth strategies developed alongside CPAs and financial advisors. He helps his clients translate complex concepts into practical, actionable plans aligned with their long-term goals.
Education and Affiliations
Kyle graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science from Syracuse University. He also graduated summa cum laude with a Juris Doctor from American University, Washington College of Law, where he was a member of the American University Law Review. He is admitted to practice law in Virginia, Washington, D.C., and New York, and has been recognized by Super Lawyers.