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 […]
Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid
Estate Planning can be a complicated process. One of the biggest mistakes people make is attempting to go at it alone. If […]
How do I update my existing estate plan?
Estate plans should be reviewed roughly every five years and updated as circumstances warrant. Consult an Estate Planning Attorney.
How does signing a deed work?
Choosing the correct form of a deed and correctly drafting it is of utmost importance when transferring real estate in Missouri.
A Walkthrough of Estate Planning
What happens when you decide to get a Will, Trust, or other Estate Planning performed?
Property Subject to Probate in Missouri
Want to avoid probate? The answer should be yes! Here’s a summary of what property is subject to probate administration under Missouri […]
What jobs do I pick when I create my estate plan?
A typical Trust-based estate plan includes a Will, Trust, General POA, and Health Care POA. In the process of creating these documents […]
Estate Planning for Parents with Young Children
Parents with young children face unique issues, when dealing with the personal and financial preparations of estate planning. If you are a […]
What is the Gift Tax?
The Federal Gift Tax is important to understand within estate planning because of its implications for estate planning strategies. This article offers […]
Pet Trusts: Estate Planning for Pet Owners
Most pet owners are deeply concerned for the wellbeing of their pets, should they die unexpectedly. Pet Trusts are a powerful tool […]
How do I name a Guardian for my children if I were to die unexpectedly?
Nominating a Guardian for your minor children is something that is done in your Last Will and Testament. For many clients this […]
Blended Family Estate Planning
When it comes to estate planning for blended families, there is no one size fits all solution. Likewise, sometimes a measure of […]
Estate Planning for Cryptocurrency
Cryptocurrency is a unique financial asset. Accordingly, it requires unique consideration when planning your estate. Financial assets such as retirement accounts or […]
Navigating the Intersection of Beneficiary Deeds, TODs, and Your Will
The implications of utilizing non-probative transfers, such as Beneficiary Deeds and POD/TOD designations, can be tricky to understand when preparing a Will. […]
Types of Transfer Deeds in Missouri
What are the differences between General Warranty Deeds, Special Warranty Deeds, and Quitclaim Deeds? In Missouri, there are three primary types of […]