St. Louis Estate Planning Law Firm
Serving Clients Throughout Missouri
Missouri families turn to Gilkerson Bowman for practical guidance from attorneys who take the time to understand their goals, concerns, and long-term wishes. We focus entirely on estate planning, helping households across the Show Me State navigate wills, trusts, and future decision-making.
Our team brings more than 70 years of combined experience while operating as a boutique firm that is personal, steady, and relationship-driven.
Call (314) 866-7781 or contact us online for a free consultation and protect what matters by starting a plan that fits your life.
Our Services What We Do
We guide families through the essential aspects of estate planning, helping them make informed decisions that align with Missouri law and long-term family goals. We assist with drafting wills that clearly outline how property is distributed, who manages your affairs, and who cares for minor children, ensuring your intentions are documented and legally sound. For those seeking additional structure, privacy, or flexibility, we explain trusts in clear terms, whether for blended families, special circumstances, or smoother transitions of assets. We also provide guidance through the probate process, helping clients understand court requirements, key steps, and priorities during a difficult time.
We Make It Easy
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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.
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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.
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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.
Learn Who We Are Our Approach
Clients value our accessible service model, designed to fit into busy lives. We offer transparent pricing and fully remote virtual consultations so you can plan from the comfort of your home. Additionally, our multi-state licensing in Missouri, Illinois, Tennessee, and Kansas allows us to support families with cross-border assets reliably and consistently. This ensures that whether you own a vacation home or have relatives across state lines, your plan works cohesively.
