Taft Naples partners John Paul Bratcher and Andy Krause have been recognized by Naples Illustrated magazine’s 2026 Top Lawyers list. The list appears in the September 2026 issue and honors esteemed attorneys across Collier and Lee counties who were selected by peer review.

Bratcher is a private client attorney who designs sophisticated and durable yet flexible estate plans and inheritance structures to support the evolving needs of clients and their beneficiaries across generations. He advises individuals, families, and family offices on sophisticated estate, tax, and business succession planning with a focus on helping clients navigate the legal and interpersonal complexities that arise during major wealth transitions — from first-generation wealth creation to long-term legacy planning.

Krause is a seasoned trusts and estates attorney with over 40 years of experience, mostly spent serving families in Naples, Florida. He has been certified by The Florida Bar as a Specialist in Wills, Trusts, and Estates for more than three decades. Krause focuses on advanced estate planning, wealth transfer, and multigenerational strategies. He helps individuals and families develop customized plans that emphasize tax efficiency, asset protection, and long-term goals. His planning often includes tools like CRTs, CLTs, QPRTs, GRATs, and private foundations.