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Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorneys

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One mission drives everything we do: no family left unprepared for disability or death. We build real solutions, not just documents, and we stay with you to keep them working.

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What we do

Practice Areas

  • Estate Planning

    A good estate plan gives you the clarity, confidence, and power to control your assets while you are alive and well or provide for yourself and loved ones if you become disabled.

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  • Elder Law

    The costs of long-term care are rising at a rate that particularly affects middle class seniors. The majority of seniors will require extended care in some form.

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  • Estate Administration

    Guidance for families settling an estate after the death of a loved one.

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  • Probate

    Avoid the costly process of probate by creating a well-drafted estate plan. You can have the confidence that your estate will not be depleted by unnecessary taxes and fees.

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  • Power of Attorney

    According to state law, every adult has the sole authority to make decisions about their legal rights. Others, not even family members, are not allowed to decide anything without the subject’s consent.

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  • Trusts

    Generally speaking, the most comprehensive estate plans are ones that account for every possible way to transfer property. For many people, the ideal option for their circumstances is to create a trust.

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  • Wills

    It is important for every person, regardless of their situation, to begin planning for the future of their assets and property after they pass away.

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Why plan now

Protect Your Loved Ones by Planning Ahead

An estate plan is a legal blueprint that defines how everything is handled when you are disabled or pass away.

Additionally, an estate plan could help you give what you have left to whom you want, when you want, and the way you desire.

In many cases, careful estate planning could ensure that you minimize your tax liability and ensure that your wisdom is being transferred along with your wealth.

An estate planning lawyer could help with all this, assessing your property and family situation to create the best framework for you.

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What Is an Estate? Do You Have an Estate to Plan?

Your ‘estate’ is everything that you own. This can include your home, cash accounts, retirement accounts, life insurance, stocks, vehicles, jewelry, and anything else that you have.

Everyone has an estate, some bigger than others. Everyone benefits from an Estate Plan. There are many different documents you could implement in your framework, five of which are rather important.

A Last Will and Testament, a General Durable Power of Attorney, a Health Care Power of Attorney, an Advanced Medical Directive, and a Revocable Living Trust are all crucial to protecting your future, and they all work in different ways.

The five core estate planning documents
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Free resources

Guides to get you started

  • Estate Planning Guide

    A plain-language introduction to Missouri estate planning — what a plan includes and how it works.

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  • 21 Questions to Ask an Attorney

    A checklist to help you choose the right estate planning attorney for your family.

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How we work

The Lifespan of Plans That Work

Six stages. Each with a purpose and an owner. Nothing falls through the cracks.

  1. The Solutions Conversation

    The first conversation sets everything in motion.

  2. Designing Your Solution

    The expert guides the client. Together, they draw the map.

  3. The Signing Day

    A celebration. A sigh of relief. A promise fulfilled.

  4. Asset Integration

    The real exhale. The plan becomes complete. Your treasures protected.

  5. Lifespan: Your Planners for Life

    The relationship that never ends.

  6. Settlement: Guiding Your Loved Ones When You're Gone

    The circle continues.

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Client reviews

What our clients are saying

4.9 on Google · 196 reviews

  • Very thorough and detail oriented. Friendly office staff and attorneys. Was very impressed at the ease and comfort level I felt about having my will done.

    David Earnhart
    4 months ago

  • Very informative and make sure you understand what’s going on

    Lauren Witzl
    4 months ago

  • Very professional and thorough help! We are very happy we selected Polaris.

    Stephen Kinzy
    7 months ago

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Contact an Estate Planning Attorney to Get Started

We take pride in dedicating the time to explore all the issues that are important to you.

We use this time to develop a comprehensive plan that works well and minimizes disagreement. Your family will know that your wishes are being respected, which helps avoid unnecessary complications.

To get started on your case, call our office and speak with one of our estate planning lawyers.