Secure Your Legacy With A Saint Charles Wills Attorney
Last updated on October 14, 2025
A will is a legal document that allows you to control what happens to your property after you are gone. Without one, you leave those decisions up to the state of Missouri, which can create unnecessary stress and cost for your family. At our Missouri law firm, The Law Office of Baerveldt & Boedefeld, LLC, our attorneys have over 60 years of combined experience helping clients in Saint Charles and the surrounding communities with their estate planning needs.
A Will Is The Foundation Of Your Estate Plan
Drafting a will is the most basic and critical step in estate planning. A properly drafted will ensures your assets go to the people and organizations you choose. It allows you to name a trusted person to manage your estate. Most importantly, if you have minor children, a will allows you to name their guardian.
When Should You Revise Your Will?
Generally, you should review your will every few years. In addition, you should review and revise your will after significant life changes, including:
- A marriage or divorce
- Your children become adults
- You purchased or sold a major property
- The death of someone you named as an executor or a beneficiary
In addition, changes in tax laws can also impact your estate. Life changes constantly, and your will should always reflect your current situation. Therefore, a will isn’t a document you create once and forget about; reviews are important.
Trust An Experienced Saint Charles Estate Planning Lawyer
Our Saint Charles estate planning attorneys provide comprehensive guidance and simplify what might otherwise be a complex process. We help you evaluate your needs and explain your different options, including the different types of trusts. In addition, we make sure that your will meets any necessary legal requirements for wills in Missouri. This includes proper witnessing and execution, so no one can challenge its validity later.
We also identify potential legal issues, such as tax concerns or how your nonprobate assets (like retirement accounts) interact with your will. By making sure that your entire estate plan is clearly articulated and legally sound, we will give you the control you deserve.
Talk To A Saint Charles Wills Attorney For Free
We understand you have a busy life. Our wills lawyers are flexible and offer evening and weekend appointments. Our firm offers free 30-minute initial consultations to answer your questions, provide guidance and explain next steps.
To schedule your appointment, call our office at The Law Office of Baerveldt & Boedefeld, LLC, or send us a message through our website. We want to help you understand your situation, your options and develop a strategy designed to protect your family’s future.