Atty. James Paul Beck

Atty. James Paul Beck

James Paul Beck is a lawyer practicing taxation, corporate law, family law and 1 other area of law. James Paul received a B.A. degree from Colorado College in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.

St. Louis St. Louis 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About James Paul Beck at a glance

James Paul Beck is a family law, estate planning, business, and tax attorney based in St. Louis, Missouri. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1974), Colorado (1976), and Washington (inactive) (1976). Educated at New York University (LL.M. University, 1976) and Colorado College (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Paul Beck is a lawyer practicing taxation, corporate law, family law and 1 other area of law
  • James Paul received a B.A. degree from Colorado College in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James Paul practices in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

James Paul Beck's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

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

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

James Paul Beck is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Missouri →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James Paul Beck 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 Paul Beck 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 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 James Paul Beck

Where is James Paul Beck's law office located?
James Paul Beck's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Paul Beck handle?
James Paul Beck focuses on family law, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has James Paul Beck practiced law?
James Paul Beck has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James Paul Beck go to law school?
James Paul Beck earned their education at (LL.M. University, 1976); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact James Paul Beck for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Paul Beck received?
James Paul Beck's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.M. University
New York University
- 1976
B.A.
Colorado College
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1974
Colorado
Admitted: 1976
Washington (inactive)
Admitted: 1976

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