Atty. Lawrence "Larry" Brody

Atty. Lawrence "Larry" Brody

Lawrence Brody retired as an Adjunct Professor at Washington University School of Law, after fifty years of teaching Estate Planning and Drafting. He is a visiting Adjunct Professor at the University of Miami Law School, teaching a course on Life Insurance.

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Profile Summary

About Lawrence "Larry" Brody at a glance

Lawrence "Larry" Brody is a trusts, family law, business, and tax attorney based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Harrison LLP. Educated at Washington University in St. Louis (J.D., 1967). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026). Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Lawrence Brody retired as an Adjunct Professor at Washington University School of Law, after fifty years of teaching Estate Planning and Drafting
  • He is a visiting Adjunct Professor at the University of Miami Law School, teaching a course on Life Insurance
  • Mr. Brody is the author or co-author of numerous articles and books on the use of life insurance in estate and employee benefit planning, including two BNA Tax Management Portfolios, two books for the National Underwriter Company, and a number of volumes in the ABA Insurance Counselor Series.Mr
  • Brody is a frequent presenter for ALI-CLE estate planning programs, Society of Financial Professionals programs, major life insurance industry programs (including the MDRT, LIMRA, the Top of the Table, AALU and the International Forum), the Heckerling Institute, the Notre Dame Estate Planning Conference, the Southern Federal Tax Institute, the NYU Tax Institute, the NAEPC Annual Meeting, and regional and annual ACTEC conferences
  • Mr. Brody is a member of The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC), an emeritus member of the Advisory Committee for the Philip E. Heckerling Institute on Estate Planning (University of Miami School of Law), and a member of the Editorial Board of the Society of Financial Service Professionals CLU Journal
  • Mr. Brody received the designation of Accredited Estate Planner by the National Association of Estate Planners and Councils and was one of ten individuals awarded its Distinguished Accredited Estate Planner designation in the initial class (2004)
  • He has been named in the Private Wealth Law Section of Chambers High Net Worth Guide
  • Mr. Brody was named a Distinguished Law Alumni by Washington University School of Law in 2012

Practice Areas Explained

Lawrence "Larry" Brody's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lawrence "Larry" Brody handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Tax Law

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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 Lawrence "Larry" Brody

Where is Lawrence "Larry" Brody's law office located?
Lawrence "Larry" Brody's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Harrison LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence "Larry" Brody handle?
Lawrence "Larry" Brody focuses on trusts, family law, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
Where did Lawrence "Larry" Brody go to law school?
Lawrence "Larry" Brody earned their education at (J.D., 1967).
How can I contact Lawrence "Larry" Brody for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Lawrence "Larry" Brody received?
Lawrence "Larry" Brody's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law; Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Accredited Estate Planner by the National Association of Estate Planners and Councils.

Education

J.D.
Washington University in St. Louis
- 1967

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Accredited Estate Planner by the National Association of Estate Planners and Councils
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Distinguished Accredited Estate Planner designation (2004)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Distinguished Law Alumni by Washington University School of Law (2012)
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (St. Louis)
- 2011

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