Atty. Fred L. Vilbig

Atty. Fred L. Vilbig

Fred L. Vilbig is a lawyer practicing business, corporate, real estate and 3 other areas of law.

St. Louis St. Louis 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Fred L. Vilbig at a glance

Fred L. Vilbig is a Partner based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Shands, Elbert, Gianoulakis & Giljum, LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1982). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1982) and University of Dallas (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Bar Association of Metropolitan St and Louis The Missouri Bar American Bar Association. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Fred L. Vilbig is a lawyer practicing business, corporate, real estate and 3 other areas of law
  • Fred received a B.A. degree from University of Dallas in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Fred practices at Shands, Elbert, Gianoulakis & Giljum, LLP in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Fred L. Vilbig's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Fred L. Vilbig handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Fred L. Vilbig is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Fred L. Vilbig

Where is Fred L. Vilbig's law office located?
Fred L. Vilbig's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Shands, Elbert, Gianoulakis & Giljum, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Fred L. Vilbig handle?
Fred L. Vilbig focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Fred L. Vilbig practiced law?
Fred L. Vilbig has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Fred L. Vilbig go to law school?
Fred L. Vilbig earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Fred L. Vilbig for a consultation?
You can contact Fred L. Vilbig directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Fred L. Vilbig received?
Fred L. Vilbig's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
St. Louis University
- 1982
B.A.
University of Dallas
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1982

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