Law Offices ofSusan L. Ward
Welcome To The Law Offices of Susan L. Ward
At the Law Offices of Susan L. Ward, LLC, we have focused exclusively on family law issues for more than two decades. Our firm brings a client-centric approach to every case. We strive to provide a clear understanding of both the law and all options available to our clients.Read More
Family Law
We have been practicing exclusively in the area of family law for more than 20 years.
Divorce
We offer a full range of legal services related to divorce and marital dissolution
Child Issues
We help parents concentrate on maintaining a strong relationship with their children and minimizing the impact of a divorce.
Domestic Partnerships
We handle all types of domestic partnership issues, including disputes between same-sex couples.
Susan is rated AV Preeminent* by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest peer rating an attorney can receive, showing that a lawyer has reached the height of professional excellence. She also has the distinction of being the youngest family law attorney in Missouri to be awarded an AV* rating.
Regardless of the issues involved in your case, we are committed to bringing our experience and knowledge to help you reach a best possible resolution as efficiently and effectively as possible, taking into account your emotional and financial health. We encourage you to reach out as soon as possible.
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The Law Offices of Susan L. Ward, LLC Announces Relocation to New Office in Des Peres, MO
Recently I lost someone very close to me and it becomes very real that you need to make a plan for your family in order to de-vest yourself of your assets and the other things important to you. Funeral? How to we access the bank accounts not held with your spouse? Who gets the jewelry, beach house, etc.? These are all questions that need to be answered before you pass. Unfortunately the result of not having an estate plan, all of those items go to the court. The court then can charge you a statutory fee, which is a percentage of the total estate, and make decision for your family! No one wants that. While setting up your estate plan, it is important to have a living trust, that you can make changes to while you are alive. It is important to have a will. That way the state or county won’t know what your estate looks like. The will puts items into the trust. The trust are all the secret or important items that you want your family or trustees know. Another important part of an estate plan is the durable powers of attorney. You have heard of health care power of attorneys and how the doctor needs a copy. Keep in mind, if you are not married to your significant other or don’t have the best family relationship, it might not be in your best interest for that person to make decisions on your behalf while you are incapacitated. family member. If you don’t have a durable power people can make decisions for you. That can also apply to financial matters. Also, don’t be afraid that once you sign one, everyone can take over your life. It only applies when you can’t make your own decisions, as an as needed basis. Have more questions? We would be happy to help you in your Estate Plan. Call us today (314) 783-9400 or visit our website to learn more on Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts. Divorced and relocating with your child? See what you need to know here . Wonder how Susan balances two sets of twins and a owing a law practice? Read it here . Did the 50/50 custody law affect your parenting plan? Read what to do here . Visit us at www.stlfamilylaw.com .
