The Finley Law Firm L.L.C advises clients in the areas of Estate Planning (wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives) Probate Administration (decedent's estates, guardianships and conservatorships), and Fiduciary Litigation (Will and Trust Contests and Breach of Fiduciary Duty Claims). Our office is conveniently located near Highway 40 and Mason Road in Town and Country, Missouri.
Karen works with clients to craft estate plans that fit the given circumstances. These plans range from basic wills to detailed trusts and complex plans that reduce or avoid inheritance and estate taxes or create trusts to protect special needs persons.Â
Karen holds an AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®, the highest recognition possible in the legal industry, for her professionalism and ethics.
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Estate planning Attorney | Jan 31
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Karen and I go back over 10 years. Karen stays on top of her areas of law such as estate planning among others. She has great skill and knowledge in her chosen fields of law. She seeks and finds the best solutions in matters for her clients. Karen is worthy of referrals in her areas of practice."
Probate Attorney | Mar 02
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Karen advised me on a probate matter for my client. This was not an area of law I was familiar with, and Karen was extremely knowledgeable and well-versed in the procedures and the law. I would hire Karen myself if I needed a probate attorney in my personal life."
Litigation Attorney | Feb 22
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I have previously worked with Karen as opposing counsel in a business dispute. Karen was very professional, diligent, and represented her client well. I would highly recommend Karen and enjoyed working with her (and that is not something i often say as opposing counsel after resolving such a highly conscientious case)."
Estate planning Attorney | Jan 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I've known Karen for many years and she is well respected within the legal community for her knowledge and experience with estate planning matters. I would feel very comfortable referring a client to Karen, knowing that she would take excellent care of their legal needs."
Estate planning Attorney | Jan 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Karen is a true professional. Very knowledgable in her areas of practice. She is a frequent contributor of her time to the community and the Mo Bar. I would be happy to refer anyone to her for her counsel."
Estate planning Attorney | Jan 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly endorse Karen Finley. Karen is an exceptional estate planning attorney who focuses on the best interests of her clients. She understands that each client has a unique set of needs and goals and is able to formulate client-specific plans for each situation. She couples her professionalism and expertise with a genuine care for those who put their trust in her and I would recommend her to anyone seeking a knowledgeable and caring attorney."
Probate Attorney | Jan 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Karen is a talented and knowledgeable probate practitioner who I would trust with the most complex probate issues. She is one of the finest probate lawyers in this area of Missouri."
Estate planning Attorney | Jan 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Karen is very thoughtful estate planning attorney who has no pre-conceived ideas about what estate plan a client needs - she carefully interviews them, explains their options and then works with them to achieve their goals."
Estate planning Attorney | Dec 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Karen is very knowledgeable in her area of practice. She works tirelessly to advocate for her clients and achieve the best possible result. She is highly regarded by her fellow attorneys. I would recommend her without hesitation."