Resources

These resources are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice, nor establish an attorney-client relationship. 

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Probate Law Resource Guide

This publication outlines the probate process, describes why probate is necessary, and provides many useful terms used in probate. Additionally, it identifies and explains the numerous matters that are under the jurisdiction of the Probate Court in Missouri. This guide is produced and revised by the Probate Trust Division of The Missouri Bar (2024).

Family Law Resource Guide

Most family law matters are not under the jurisdiction of the Probate Court. However, this publication provides useful information regarding disabled minors reaching the age if 18 and how the child becoming an adult legally affects the parent-child relationship. Relevant guardianship and conservatorship matters (pages 35-37) are under the jurisdiction of the Probate Court. This publication is published by the Missouri Bar Association (2024).

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Senior Citizens Handbook

This publication is in its 21st edition and its 23 chapters cover topics such as the difference between Social Security and Social Security Income, Medicare and Medicaid, elder abuse law, predatory loans, and housing discrimination, to name a few chapters. Subject matter experts from across Missouri contributed to its offerings. Much of the material is relevant to young adults as well as seniors. This material is copyrighted by the Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, Inc. and The Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis (2024).

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Guardianship & Conservatorship

As part of the Special Needs & Elder Law Series, this brochure produced by the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) defines what guardian and conservatorships are, what you need to now about each, where to go for help, and the role of your elder law attorney.

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Questions & Answers When Looking for an Elder and Special Needs Law Attorney

This NAELA brochure discusses elder and special needs law, and what to consider when retaining an elder law or special needs attorney.

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Living Trusts

This brochure addresses some of the issues around living trusts, compares a living trust with conservatorship, and discusses the role of the elder law attorney. This material is copyrighted by the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys.

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