Atty. Helen Graefe Bauer

Atty. Helen Graefe Bauer

Helen Graefe Bauer is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, trusts and 2 other areas of law. Helen received a A.B. degree from Washington University in 1948, and has been licensed for 75 years.

Clayton Clayton 75 yrs experience 75 year
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Profile Summary

About Helen Graefe Bauer at a glance

Helen Graefe Bauer is a trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, and tax attorney based in Clayton, Missouri. They have 75+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1951. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1951). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1951) and Washington University (A.B., 1948). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Clayton, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Helen Graefe Bauer is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, trusts and 2 other areas of law
  • Helen received a A.B. degree from Washington University in 1948, and has been licensed for 75 years
  • Helen practices in Clayton, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Helen Graefe Bauer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Helen Graefe Bauer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Helen Graefe Bauer is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Missouri →

Probate

Helen Graefe Bauer is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Missouri →

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.

Helen Graefe Bauer is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Missouri →

Real Estate Law

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

Helen Graefe Bauer is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Missouri →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Helen Graefe Bauer is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Missouri →

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 Clayton 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 Helen Graefe Bauer

Where is Helen Graefe Bauer's law office located?
Helen Graefe Bauer's law practice is located in Clayton, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Helen Graefe Bauer handle?
Helen Graefe Bauer focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Helen Graefe Bauer practiced law?
Helen Graefe Bauer has 75+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1951.
Where did Helen Graefe Bauer go to law school?
Helen Graefe Bauer earned their education at (J.D., 1951); (A.B., 1948).
How can I contact Helen Graefe Bauer for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Helen Graefe Bauer received?
Helen Graefe Bauer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Washington University
- 1951
A.B.
Washington University
- 1948

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1951

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