Inquiries, Links & Current Issues

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Inquiries

You may contact me personally to acquire answers to your questions.

 You may email me directly at mjd@missouriestateplanning.info

  • I will reply to your questions by sending you a return email which will include a brief review and answer to your concerns. There is no charge for such service. If your question requires formal legal advice you will be encouraged to set up a meeting at my office or seek the advice of an Attorney of your choice.

  • The cost charged for all initial consultations in my office is currently $150.00 (flat fee). In the event you decide to retain me to assist you with your estate plan then the fees charged for such legal services and the drafting of estate plan documentation will be set forth in writing and provided to you in advance. Such fees are based upon my current fee schedule as set forth on the "Documents" page within this website. Discounts are provided for many clients based upon need and upon request.

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Links

  • Missouri State Government 
  • Missouri Secretary of State
  • Missouri Department of Revenue
  • Missouri Unclaimed Property 
  • Missouri General Assembly
  • Missouri Revised Statutes
  • Office of Missouri Governor
  • Federal Government
  • Missouri Beneficiary Deed
  • Missouri Durable Power of Attorney
  • Consumer Law Advocates
  • Family Law and Litigation

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    Current Issues

    St. Louis County, Missouri "Property Fraud Alert" Program: This free notification service was implemented by St. Louis County in an effort to help property owners avoid and prevent various forms of property fraud. Property owners who enroll in the program will be alerted when documents with their registered name are recorded with the Recorder's Office. To find out more about such program and to register click on the following link: St. Louis County Property Fraud Alert Program

    Unclaimed Property: Search the Missouri State Treasurer's database for any unclaimed property you may have with the Missouri State Treasurer's Office. It is free and easy to do, click on the following link: Missouri Unclaimed Property Information

    Health Information Privacy: The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services manages a website which sets forth an excellent overview of the HIPAA Privacy Rule. Such rule provides federal protections for personal health (information individually identifiable health information) held by covered entities and provides patients with specific rights with respect to such information. The Office for Civil Rights enforces the HIPAA Privacy Rule. To access the website click on the following link: HIPAA Privacy Rule

    Missouri Legislative Digest: The Missouri Bar Association publishes a two editions of the Legislative Digest on an annual basis. The first issue is published in April and includes a summary of selected bills which have been introduced in the Missouri General Assembly. The second issues is published in August issue and includes a summary of all bills which were passed during such session. To access such information click on the following link: Missouri Legislative Digest

    Medicare Information and Resources: The Federal Government maintains a  website which provides a complete overview of the medicare program and the benefits available to qualified beneficiaries. Such website is the official federal government website for medicare. To access the website click on the following link: Medicare.gov

    Government Benefits and Assistance Programs: The Federal Government maintains an excellent website which brings together the content of several agencies offering benefits and assistance programs. You are encouraged to visit and review the content and links offerred on such website as a starting point in your seach for potential benefits and assistance of which you may be entitled. To access such website click on the following link: GovBenefits.gov

    Veterans Benefits: The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs maintains a comprehensive website which all Veterans should visit and  review. In service to our country Veterans are offerred various benefits which may be researched and applied for at such website. To access such website click on the following link: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

    The National Do Not Call Registry: The National Do Not Call Registry gives you the opportunity to limit the telemarketing calls you receive. Sign up to register your telephone number, click on the following link: National Do Not Call Registry

    St. Louis County Department of Human Services - Office of Family and Community Services - County Older Resident Programs (CORP): Since 1975 the St. Louis County Older Resident Program has provided valuable services to older adults (60 and over) residing in St. Louis County. To learn more click on the following link: County Older Resident Programs (CORP)

    Long-Term Care Insurance Information and Resources: The American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance maintains a website which provides detailed information and studies relating to long-term care services and insurance products. Such website offers a resource page which provides a comprehensive listing of books, organizations and support groups which may assist you with your questions and educate you about long-term care issues and insurance products. To access the website click on the following link: Long-Term Care Resources

    Benefits CheckUp & Locator: Search for and enroll in federal, state, local and private programs for which you may be qualified. The National Council on Aging (NCOA) maintains a website which offers a comprehensive web-based service to assist seniors with numerous benefits programs. To access such website click on the following link: Benefits CheckUp

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