Atty. Bennett S. Keller
Mr. Keller is a member in our wealth strategies and corporate practice areas.
Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law & More Attorney · Serving St. Louis, MO
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About Bennett S. Keller at a Glance
Bennett S. Keller is a trusts, family law, business, and tax attorney based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Sandberg Phoenix & von Gontard PC. Admitted to practice in Illinois, United States, Missouri, United States, and United States, Tax Court. Educated at University of Missouri School of Law (Columbia) (J.D., 1984). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Bennett S. Keller
Mr. Keller is a member in our wealth strategies and corporate practice areas. He concentrates his practice in estate planning, probate and general business, corporate law and succession planning. Mr. Keller is an adjunct professor at the Washington University School of Law in the Master's of Taxation Program where he teaches a class in business succession planning.
Mr. Keller is a frequent lecturer and speaker on estate planning, business succession planning and tax issues. He has authored articles for such publications as the Journal of Taxation, Estate Planning, and the St. Louis Business Journal.
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Practice Areas Explained
Bennett S. Keller's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bennett S. Keller handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in St. Louis.
Trusts in St. Louis
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Family Law in St. Louis
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Business & Corporate Law in St. Louis
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Tax Law in St. Louis
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in St. Louis
Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Louis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
St. Louis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a St. Louis-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in St. Louis Choose Bennett S. Keller
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Bennett S. Keller's practice in the field of trusts, family law, business, and tax.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, United States, Missouri, United States, and United States, Tax Court, Bennett S. Keller can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, family law, and business, Bennett S. Keller can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in St. Louis
A St. Louis-based practice means Bennett S. Keller attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Bennett S. Keller Handles in St. Louis
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