Trust Planning in St. Louis

More Control. More Privacy. Fewer Surprises.

A trust is a legal arrangement that allows you to manage and distribute your assets—both during your lifetime and after—without going through probate. It gives you the flexibility to set specific terms, maintain privacy, and reduce delays for your loved ones.



At The Inskip Law Firm, we help individuals and families in St. Louis create personalized, legally sound trusts that match their unique goals. If you want to protect your family, manage complex assets, support a loved one with special needs, or simply make things easier for your heirs, a trust can be an essential tool.


Whether you're starting fresh or enhancing an existing estate plan, we’ll guide you through every decision—so you know exactly what your trust does, and why it matters.

Types of Trusts We Help With

At The Inskip Law Firm, we help you understand and choose between the two most common types of trusts:

Revocable Trusts

Flexible, changeable, and commonly used. You maintain full control during your lifetime and can modify terms at any time. Great for avoiding probate and preparing for unexpected health events.

Irrevocable Trusts

More rigid, but ideal in certain tax, asset protection, or Medicaid planning strategies. Once created, they generally cannot be altered—but can offer powerful legal protections.

Not sure which is right for you?

We’ll walk you through the pros and cons so you feel confident in your decision.

Compare Our Estate Planning Packages

Our flat-fee packages are built to simplify your options—no surprises, no confusion.

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Will Package
Trust Package

Last Will & Testament

Outlines who receives your assets and who manages the estate.

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Revocable Trust

Helps avoid probate and gives you control during life and after.

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Pour-Over Will

Back-up plan for assets not placed in your trust.

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Financial Power of Attorney

Authorizes someone to manage financial matters on your behalf.

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Healthcare Directive (Living Will)

Documents your end-of-life medical wishes.

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Medical Power of Attorney

Lets a trusted person make healthcare decisions for you.

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HIPAA Release

Allows medical professionals to share your information with decision-makers.

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Our Process for Creating a Trust in St. Louis

Schedule Your Consultation

Start with a no-pressure, 15-minute phone call to discuss your situation and goals.

Define Your Wishes

We help you make important decisions, from beneficiaries to guardianship and beyond.

Draft and Review

We prepare your will and walk through it with you—so you understand exactly what it does.

Finalize With Confidence

Once signed, your will stands as a legally binding record of your wishes, created with clarity and care.

Wills vs. Trusts—Key Differences at a Glance

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Upfront Cost

Lower

Higher

Avoids Probate?

❌ Usually required

✅ Yes, if funded

Privacy

❌ Public record

✅ Private

Distribution Timeline

8–12 months

Often immediate

Court Involvement

Required

None if uncontested

Ease of Administration

Slower, more oversight

Streamlined, private

Why St. Louis Clients Choose The Inskip Law Firm

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Local experience that matters

We've helped individuals and families across St. Louis for over 15 years.

Personal, one-on-one support

You’ll always work directly with your attorney—not passed around.

Legal documents built to last

Every will is drafted to meet court standards and avoid disputes.

No mystery, no legal speak

We break everything down in plain language, so you feel confident—not confused.