$ 300-400 per hour
Karen Irene Finley
also known as Karen I. Finley, Karen Finley
About Karen
Biography
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.
Karen holds an AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®, the highest recognition possible in the legal industry, for her professionalism and ethics.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Illinois for 29 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Licensed in Missouri for 30 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
The Finley Law Firm, L.L.C.
13321 North Outer 40 Road, Suite 700, Saint Louis, MO, 63017
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Karen Irene Finley's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"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)."
"I have known Karen for many years and heartily endorse her."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. She knows her stuff and is active in the legal 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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
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Experience
Honors
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1992
Dean's List, University of Missouri School of Law
Work Experience
2000 - Present
Member/Owner, The Finley Law Firm, L.L.C.
2004 - 2007
Member/Owner, Glick Finley LLC
1998 - 2000
Senior Tax Consultant, Deloitte & Touche
1996 - 1998
Special Assistant Attorney General/Associate Counsel, Missouri Department Of Revenue
Associations
2004 - Present
Missouri Bar, Elder Law CommitteeMember
2004 - Present
Missouri Bar, Solo and Small Firm Conference Planning CommitteeMember
2001 - Present
Missouri Bar, Probate and Trust Law CommitteeMember
2001 - Present
Missouri Bar, Solo and Small Firm CommitteeMember
2001 - Present
Missouri Bar, Taxation Law CommitteeMember
1995 - Present
Missouri BarMember
1992 - Present
Phi Alpha DeltaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Breach of Fidiciary Duty
Judgment in Favor of Petitioners
Trust Contest
High Dollar Settlment
Petition to Determine Liability of Defaulting Fiduciary
Judgment in Favor of Fiduciary
Education
1996
University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1995
University of Missouri - Columbia School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
University of Missouri, Columbia
BSBA - Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2017
Estate Administration: Top Mistakes to Avoid
Distribution, Final Accounting, and Estate Closing Mistakes
2008
Financial Management of Estates and Trusts
Filing the Decedent's Final Income Tax Return
2005
Medicaid and Elder Law Issues in Missouri
Powers of Attorney and Advanced Directives
Publications
2008
National Business Institute Seminar
Financial Management of Estates and Trusts: Filing the Decedent's Final Income Tax Return
2005
Lorman Education Services publication
Medicaid and Elder Law Issues in Missouri: Powers of Attorney and Advanced Directives
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What documents are all needed to settle an estate under a revocable trust with the grantor's SSN and the grantor has passed.
12 Jul 2016
Q&A
How do I deal with estrangement in a family concerning a Will/Estate?
27 Mar 2016
Q&A
Sold a car and new owner never registered it now I'm getting tickets what should I do?
06 Mar 2016