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St. Louis, MO, Wills, Trusts & Probate Attorneys

Estate planning carries significant personal weight for families across St. Louis, St. Charles County, Springfield, and Kansas City. At Gilkerson Bowman, we bring over 70 years of combined experience helping hardworking families protect their futures through personalized, affordable, and flexible payment options, as well as relationship-driven planning.

Our guidance includes bi-annual check-ins to keep plans aligned with life changes; all delivered in a steady, approachable style.

Start your planning today. Call (314) 866-7781 or contact us online to schedule a free virtual consultation with our experienced attorneys.

Virtual Consultations

We offer transparent pricing and the option of fully remote virtual consultations so you can plan from the comfort of your home if you’d prefer to avoid the drive to one of our Missouri offices.
Extensive Experience

Our team brings more than 70 years of combined experience and operates as a boutique firm to help with even the most complicated estates.
Free Bi-Annual Check-Ins

Your legal fee pays for ALL updates to your estate plan for 3 years!! We check in with you every 6 months (or as often as you need) to see if your life has materially changed, updating your estate at no charge.

Our Services

Plan Today, Protect Tomorrow.

Do You Have Properties in Multiple States?

Owning property across different states often brings challenges such as conflicting inheritance rules and "ancillary probate" (requiring court in every state where you own land).

We recommend creating a cohesive estate plan that aligns all assets under a single strategy. Because our attorneys are licensed in Missouri, Illinois, Tennessee, and Texas, we can handle these cross-border complexities directly, simplifying the process and saving you from hiring multiple firms.

Managing Beneficiary Designations Effectively

Beneficiary designations on accounts, life insurance, or retirement plans influence how assets pass outside of probate. Our attorneys review these designations to ensure they don't accidentally conflict with your Will or Trust, ensuring each decision supports your long-term intentions.

Explore Our Core Planning Services

We provide clarity across the main areas of estate planning. Each topic addresses different needs.

How We Serve Families Across Missouri

Estate planning is more than preparing documents. It involves understanding practical scenarios, applicable laws, and how decisions affect the future. Families across Missouri often face considerations like blended households, multi-state property, or multi-generational estates.

Over the years, our attorneys have managed thousands of plans, including high-net-worth estates and complex family arrangements. Whether planning for children, retirement, or long-term property transfers, we provide guidance at a pace that makes each step understandable and manageable.

Choosing a Guardian for Your Children

Selecting guardians for minor children is one of the most important decisions a family can make. At Gilkerson Bowman, we guide families through this decision by explaining legal responsibilities, potential contingencies, and how guardianship interacts with your broader estate plan.

How Can I Manage Assets Over Time?

Families often seek guidance on how to oversee property and finances across years or generations. Our attorneys provide insight into how structures like Living Trusts can adapt as circumstances change, helping families maintain clarity and practical control over long-term plans.

If you’re ready to begin or want clarity about your next steps, call (314) 866-7781 or contact us online. We’re here to help with virtual convenience and steady long-term guidance.

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