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You’ve worked hard for the assets you have. But without an asset protection strategy, those assets could be seized by creditors, lost in legal judgments, or eaten up by estate taxes. There are a variety of asset protection strategies out there, and Missouri’s asset protection laws offer you opportunities that many states don’t. Here’s a […]
Published on October 6, 2026A Missouri durable power of attorney for health care directive is a legal document that allows you to name someone you trust, called an agent, who can make medical care decisions on your behalf if you can’t make them for yourself. A Missouri health care power of attorney document provides peace of mind to anyone […]
Published on September 29, 2026When most people think about estate planning, they imagine creating a last will and testament. But although your will is an important part of your estate plan, it’s just the beginning. An advance health care directive allows you to take control of your future medical care, and it’s a key part of a well-rounded estate […]
Published on August 4, 2026When most people think of estate planning, they imagine creating a will and maybe taking out a life insurance policy. However, there are many other types of estate-planning documents to consider. Creating a detailed, personalized estate plan can protect your assets and your loved ones after your death. But if you make one or more […]
Published on July 15, 2026A will is a key part of any estate plan. For many people, it’s also the only estate planning document they have. A clear will can help save your loved ones stress and confusion after your death. But if your will isn’t legally valid, your assets might have to be distributed according to state law […]
Published on June 10, 2026Many people think of wills and trusts as separate estate-planning tools. However, there are some cases where they overlap. Unlike most trusts used in estate planning, testamentary trusts are established as a part of a last will and testament. Once the will goes through probate, a trust is created to help manage asset distribution. Testamentary […]
Published on May 27, 2026Estate planning can be complicated. It’s not quite as simple as writing down who you want to receive which assets. If you own one or more properties that you hope to pass down to beneficiaries, you might be interested in transfer deeds. Many types of transfer deeds are legal in Missouri. But if you want to pass property […]
Published on May 4, 2026Questions about Totten trusts pop up all the time, and a lot of what people hear is half-truth at best. In St. Louis and across Missouri, we meet clients who want an easy way to pass a bank account to family without court hassles, and a revocable bank account trust, such as a Totten trust, […]
Published on November 11, 2025Special needs planning requires more than filling out forms. It involves careful coordination of legal tools like special needs trusts, powers of attorney, and guardianship arrangements to protect both your disabled family member’s well-being and their eligibility for essential public benefits. A misstep can lead to unintended financial or legal consequences. At the Law Office […]
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