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Published on August 29, 2024

Why Does My College Student Need a Health Care Power Of Attorney?

 Preparing to send your child to college is a big transition. It marks the beginning of adulthood and a large step toward independence.  But this can get complicated in cases of medical emergencies. In St. Louis, students over the age of 18 are legal adults, which means that as a parent, you are no longer […]

Published on August 29, 2024

Financial Power of Attorney for Minors or College Students

With your child heading off to college, it’s understandable to want them to set them on the right path. This may include ensuring they know how to do laundry and can feed themselves. However, it’s crucial to also teach them about financial power of attorney (POA). Not every adult child knows to look into this independently, so […]

Published on August 29, 2024

Estate Planning For High Risk Professions

The estate planning needs of high-risk professionals differ from those in most other professions. By going over the tools and strategies that high-risk professionals can use to protect their assets, and speaking with an asset protection attorney who specializes in estate planning, you can protect your estate from lawsuits. Risks Faced by High-Risk Professionals A high-risk profession is […]

Published on February 6, 2024

Advantages And Disadvantages Of A Trust

Estate planning can be like a puzzle. You know the ultimate picture you’re trying to create, but you might not know how to put the pieces together. That’s where the Law Office of David S. Schleiffarth can help. We can work with you to figure out if setting up a trust or multiple trusts would benefit your […]

Published on February 5, 2024

What’s The Difference Between an Heir and a Beneficiary?

Do you need help planning your estate in the St. Louis area? The Law Office of David S. Schleiffarth, LLC can help you understand the difference between the various legal terms associated with estate planning, and walk you through the estate planning process whether you need help writing a will, establishing a trust, or something else entirely. […]

Published on January 30, 2024

Why Do You Need Estate Planning?

Many people view estate planning as a task for the later stages of life without realizing that life can be quite unpredictable. In reality, even young families and individuals need an estate plan. Here’s why.  It’s easy to end up devoting more time to choosing where to go for dinner and planning vacations than making […]

Published on September 4, 2023

What Documents Are Needed for Estate Planning?

As leading estate planning lawyers in St. Louis, we’ve helped countless clients secure their legacies and protect their financial futures. If you don’t know what will happen to your estate when you pass away, it’s time to correct that—contact us online to schedule a consultation. We get it: It’s uncomfortable to think about your end-of-life […]

Published on July 1, 2023

The Importance of Asset Protection in Missouri

As leading estate planning lawyers in Missouri, we’ve helped countless individuals, families and business owners protect their financial futures. Ready to secure yours? Call or text our law office at (314) 448-0527 to get started.  While “more money, more problems” typically isn’t accurate, there’s a kernel of truth to it, at least when it comes […]

Published on April 26, 2023

What Is a Grantor Retained Annuity Trust, or GRAT, in Missouri?

As a premier estate planning law firm, we’ve helped countless clients in St. Louis and beyond explore strategies for keeping more of their hard-earned wealth. When you’re ready to find the best techniques for structuring your finances, contact us to schedule a consultation. If you’re a confident investor, you know what it’s like to have […]