Atty. James A. McDowell
James A. McDowell is a lawyer practicing probate law, probate litigation, trust law and 5 other areas of law.
Probate Law & More Attorney · Serving St. Louis, MO · 58+ Years Experience
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About James A. McDowell at a Glance
James A. McDowell is a Member based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Dulin, King, Parres, McDowell & McDowell, LLP. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1968). Educated at University of Missouri (J.D., 1967) and St. Louis University (B.S.C., 1964). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of The Bar Association of Metropolitan St and Family Law Committee, Louis The Missouri Bar American Bar Association. Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James A. McDowell
- James A. McDowell is a lawyer practicing probate law, probate litigation, trust law and 5 other areas of law
- James received a B.S.C. degree from St. Louis University in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years
- James practices at Dulin, King, Parres, McDowell & McDowell, LLP in St. Louis, MO
Practice Areas Explained
James A. McDowell's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A. McDowell 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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Probate 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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Estate Planning & Probate in St. Louis
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
James A. McDowell is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Missouri →
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 James A. McDowell
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 James A. McDowell's practice in the field of trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James A. McDowell brings 58+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and family law, James A. McDowell 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 James A. McDowell 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 James A. McDowell Handles in St. Louis
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