Atty. Virginia E. Heagney

Atty. Virginia E. Heagney

Virginia E. Heagney is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, elder law.

St. Louis St. Louis 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Virginia E. Heagney at a glance

Virginia E. Heagney is a Member based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Biggs Fickie Heagney & Forst. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1981), Missouri (1981), and Illinois (1982). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1981) and Drake University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of The Bar Association of Metropolitan St and Louis The Missouri Bar Iowa State and Illinois State Bar Associations Women Lawyers Association. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Virginia E. Heagney is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, elder law
  • Virginia received a B.A. degree from Drake University in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Virginia practices at Biggs Fickie Heagney & Forst in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Virginia E. Heagney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Virginia E. Heagney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

Virginia E. Heagney is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Missouri →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Virginia E. Heagney is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law 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 Virginia E. Heagney

Where is Virginia E. Heagney's law office located?
Virginia E. Heagney's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Biggs Fickie Heagney & Forst. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Virginia E. Heagney handle?
Virginia E. Heagney focuses on probate, estate planning, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Virginia E. Heagney practiced law?
Virginia E. Heagney has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Virginia E. Heagney go to law school?
Virginia E. Heagney earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Virginia E. Heagney for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Virginia E. Heagney received?
Virginia E. Heagney's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1981
B.A.
Drake University
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1981
Missouri
Admitted: 1981
Illinois
Admitted: 1982

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