Estate Planning in Missouri – Secure Your Legacy with Trusted Legal Guidance
Tailored Estate Planning for Families and Individuals in Missouri
At Lake Munro Attorneys at Law, we help Missourians take control of their future through carefully crafted estate plans. Whether you're a growing family, a high-net-worth individual, or preparing for retirement, our attorneys offer clear counsel on estate planning documents, beneficiary designations, and tools like living trusts and powers of attorney. With Missouri's state-specific estate planning laws, it’s essential to work with professionals who understand how to protect your assets, minimize estate taxes, and honor your wishes.
How Our Services Help
- We help Missouri clients create
revocable living trusts,
durable powers of attorney, and wills that reflect their unique needs.
- Our firm provides smart solutions for reducing
federal estate tax, avoiding probate, and planning for
minor children.
- Whether you're curious about
estate planning fees or how
gift tax applies to your estate, we offer transparent answers and practical guidance.
- As part of your plan, we review
retirement accounts,
real estate,
bank accounts, and
life insurance proceeds to ensure all elements align with your long-term goals.
Missouri Estate Planning Designed to Protect What You’ve Built
For many families in Missouri, estate planning feels overwhelming—between understanding tax exemptions, selecting fiduciaries, and completing estate plan documents, the process can be daunting. That’s why we take a step-by-step approach, helping you feel confident as you make decisions about your health care, finances, and legacy.
Our attorneys assist with everything from basic wills to advanced strategies like survivorship life insurance policies and international estate planning for clients with overseas assets or dual citizenship. We regularly advise high-net-worth clients on estate planning for wealthy individuals, ensuring maximum protection and minimal tax liability through proper structuring.
At Lake Munro, we make the process personal. We listen carefully and explain how each element—from medical power of attorney to beneficiary designations—works together in a complete plan. Our clients value our clarity, transparency, and deep understanding of elder law and estate planning, particularly when caring for aging parents or protecting multigenerational wealth.
FAQs
What documents are included in an estate plan in Missouri?
Common documents include a will, revocable living trust, durable and medical powers of attorney, and advance health directives.
How much does estate planning cost in Missouri?
Costs vary based on complexity. We offer clear pricing for plans tailored to your assets and goals, with no hidden estate planning attorney fees.
Do I need an estate plan if I already have a will?
Yes. A will is only one part of an estate plan. Planning also includes managing taxes, trusts, and beneficiary designations.
What’s the role of a financial planner in estate planning?
Financial planners help coordinate your plan’s financial goals, while we ensure the legal side aligns with those goals.*
Do Missouri estate laws differ from other states?
Yes. State-specific estate planning laws can impact probate, taxation, and how assets are distributed.
