Legal Insights for Real Estate & Estate Planning

Moving to a new state comes with important considerations in terms of updating your legal and financial documents – including your estate plan. While estate plans generally remain valid across state lines, it is important to take the time to consult with a St. Louis estate planning lawyer in your new state to make sure all...

Key Takeaways Missouri law allows a will to name two or more co-executors. Co-executors share equal authority and must generally act together in estate decisions. Co-executors must satisfy court bonding requirements before acting under RSMo § 473.173. Executors must file an estate inventory within 30 days under RSMo § 473.233. Probate courts may resolve...

Taking the time to review, renew and refresh your estate plan yearly – or after major life events – with a St. Louis estate planning attorney is the only reliable way to ensure that your needs and wishes will be met in the event of your death or incapacitation. Use this checklist to make sure your...