Atty. William A. McDowell
William A. McDowell is a lawyer practicing probate administration, trust administration, probate litigation and 6 other areas of law.
Probate Administration & More Attorney · Serving St. Louis, MO · 63+ Years Experience
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About William A. McDowell at a Glance
William A. McDowell is a Member based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Dulin, King, Parres, McDowell & McDowell, LLP. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1963) and U.S. Supreme Court (1968). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1962) and University of Notre Dame (Ph.B., 1959). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Bar Association of Metropolitan St and Louis The Missouri Bar American Bar Association American Judicature Society. Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About William A. McDowell
- William A. McDowell is a lawyer practicing probate administration, trust administration, probate litigation and 6 other areas of law
- William received a Ph.B. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1959, and has been licensed for 63 years
- William practices at Dulin, King, Parres, McDowell & McDowell, LLP in St. Louis, MO
Practice Areas Explained
William A. McDowell's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William 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
William A. McDowell is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Missouri →
Probate in St. Louis
William A. McDowell is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Missouri →
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.
William 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.
William A. McDowell is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Missouri →
Estate & Trust Litigation in St. Louis
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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 William 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 William A. McDowell's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and estate litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
William A. McDowell brings 63+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Missouri and U.S. Supreme Court, William A. McDowell can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, William 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 William A. McDowell attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues William A. McDowell Handles in St. Louis
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