No one wants to incur the expense and delay of Probate,  nor hand over large portions of his or her estate to lawyers and the Courts.  Jerry is well-versed in all aspects of non-probate estate planning in Missouri.  Prompt attention is given every estate plan and home visits can be arranged if necessary.  Reasonable costs are discussed in advance.

Will Contests, Trust Disputes

    Jerry has handled several cases involving will contests or trust disputes, and other contested probate matters such as accountings and breach of fiduciary duty.  His case of Silvy v. Rosenauer established the right in Missouri to sue a conservator of a conservatorship in Missouri for negligence.   His case of in re Hayward clarified the difficulties of breaking a joint tenancy in Missouri.