Atty. James Gerard Blase

Atty. James Gerard Blase

James Gerard Blase is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, tax law, corporate and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.S.B.A. degree from John Carroll University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Des Peres Des Peres 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About James Gerard Blase at a glance

James Gerard Blase is a Member based in Des Peres, Missouri, practicing at Blase & Associates, LLC. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1981) and Illinois (1983). Educated at Notre Dame Law School (J.D., 1981) and John Carroll University (B.S.B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chairman, Small Business Committee) International Association of Financial Planning (St. Louis Chapter Chapter President, 1994-1995, Missouri Society of Certified Public Accountants. Serands clients in Des Peres, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Gerard Blase is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, tax law, corporate and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S.B.A. degree from John Carroll University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices at Blase & Associates, LLC in Des Peres, MO

Practice Areas Explained

James Gerard Blase's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Gerard Blase handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

James Gerard Blase is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Missouri →

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.

James Gerard Blase is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →

Tax Law

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

James Gerard Blase 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 Des Peres 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 James Gerard Blase

Where is James Gerard Blase's law office located?
James Gerard Blase's law practice is located in Des Peres, Missouri. The firm is Blase & Associates, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Gerard Blase handle?
James Gerard Blase focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has James Gerard Blase practiced law?
James Gerard Blase has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James Gerard Blase go to law school?
James Gerard Blase earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S.B.A., 1978).
How can I contact James Gerard Blase for a consultation?
You can contact James Gerard Blase 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 James Gerard Blase received?
James Gerard Blase's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Notre Dame Law School
- 1981
B.S.B.A.
John Carroll University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1981
Illinois
Admitted: 1983

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