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James Edward Gau II

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About James

I am dedicated to providing comprehensive estate, asset protection, and business planning.  From simple wills to complex asset protection strategies, you can count on my representation.

Practice areas

OtherPower of attorneyProbateEstate planningTrusts
  1. Trusts: 20%

    10 years

  2. Estate planning: 20%

    Estate planning involves planning for the distribution of your assets after your death, but it can also plan for the management and protection of your assets during your life. Proper estate planning will provide eligibility for VA and state medicaid benefits, and the protection of your assets for your heirs and beneficiaries.

    10 years

  3. Probate: 15%

    Probating an estate helps you transfer your estate in an orderly and supervised manner. Your estate will be probated whether or not you have a Will.

    10 years

  4. Power of attorney: 10%

    10 years

  1. Wills and living wills: 10%

    10 years

  2. Business: 10%

    Choosing the proper business entity is a very important part of your investment. This decision needs to be made after taking your financial and tax picture into consideration.

    6 years

  3. Corporate and incorporation: 5%

    6 years

  4. Limited liability company (LLC): 5%

    6 years

  5. Elder law: 5%

    10 years

Languages spoken

English

Contact

4512 W Pine Blvd
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Stock Legal LLC

4512 W Pine Blvd
St. Louis, MO, 63108

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Stock Legal, LLC

999 Executive Parkway
Suite 104
Creve Coeur, MO, 63141

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
ILActive And Authorized To Practice Law201007/06/2019
MOGood Standing, Active201010/24/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers26
Legal guides2
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Walter H. Rice Moot Court Competition - FinalistUniversity of Dayton School of Law2009
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Estate Planning AttorneyStock Legal, LLC2019 - Present
Associate AttorneyMcCarthy, Leonard & Kaemmerer L.C.2017 - 2019
Agency Contract AttorneyBryan Cave L.L.P.2016 - 2017
Associate AttorneyThe Larson Law Firm L.L.C.2013 - 2016
Associate AttorneyCommon Sense Elder Law2010 - 2013
Legal InternUniversity of Dayton Law Clinic2009 - 2010
Legal ExternHochwalt & Schiff, L.L.C.2009 - 2009
Legal InternThe Roberts Law Firm, P.C.2008 - 2008
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Missouri Bar, Construction Law CommitteeN/A2017 - Present
Missouri Bar, Elder Law CommitteeN/A2013 - Present
Missouri Bar, Probate and Trust Law CommitteeN/A2013 - Present
Missouri Bar, Business Law CommitteeN/A2013 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationN/A2010 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionN/A2010 - Present
Missouri BarN/A2010 - Present
Missouri Bar, Young Lawyers SectionN/A2010 - Present
Missouri Bar, Solo and Small Firm CommitteeN/A2013 - 2017
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of Dayton School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2010
University of DaytonBA - Bachelor of Arts2007
Chaminade College PreparatoryN/A2003
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Advisor UniversityEstate Planning Basics for Financial Advisors2014

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Gregory Vescovo, Workers compensation Attorney on May 7, 2015
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James is an excellent attorney. He works hard for his clients and I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

Edward Brown, Trusts Attorney on Apr 24, 2013
Relationship: Friend

I have known Jim for many years, he is an exceptional attorney with a heartfelt compassion for his clients.

Cost

RATES
  • Hourly Rates$285-$285/hour
  • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs30 minutes
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