--- axux_version: "1.2" canonical_url: "https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/about-us" locale: "en-US" integrity: hash_method: "sha256" content_zone: "content" payload_status: "verified" content_hash: "40ccba2fdfd57a202c90d43ded24b7c68f12b507281cdf92bd95e0f14564d8c0" permissions: allow_ai_training: "deny" allow_live_proxy: "allow" source_html_meta: title: "About Us | Heritage Law Partners — Chesterfield" description: "Learn about the experienced estate planning attorneys at Heritage Law Partners." date_modified: "2026-04-06" featured_image: "https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/assets/images/temp/Heritage-Law-Partners-Attorneys-Eliana-Emery-Jimmy-F.png" brand_register: name: "Heritage Law Partners" logo_url: "https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/assets/images/temp/logo-lg.png" aesthetics: colors: primary: "#1e3625" secondary: "#f9f8f4" accent: "#c4a35a" typography: "Elegant serif headings with clean, readable sans-serif body copy." imagery: "Sunlit, candid multi-generational family photography; natural lighting, no stock-photo sterility." vibe: "Warm, boutique, established, and protective." voice_and_tone: "Authoritative, deeply empathetic, measured, and highly professional. Focused on family legacy and personalized care." advisory_signals: target_audience: "Prospective clients researching the attorneys and team behind Heritage Law Partners in St. Louis before scheduling a consultation." core_topics: - "Firm background and philosophy" - "Attorney biographies" - "Professional affiliations" - "Estate planning team" - "Boutique law firm values" - "St. Louis legal community" --- [//]: # (axux:zone header) [Heritage Law Partners](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/) [Client Login](https://clients.heritagelawpartners.com) | [(314) 325 -9444](tel:3143259444) [//]: # (axux:zone primary-nav) - [Home](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/) - [Services](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/services) - [Estate Planning](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/services/estate-planning) - [Special Needs Planning](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/services/special-needs-planning) - [Elder Law](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/services/elder-law) - [Trust Administration](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/services/trust-administration) - [Probate](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/services/probate-and-estate-administration) - [Adult Guardianships](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/services/adult-guardianships) - [Entity Formation](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/services/entity-formation) - [Articles](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/resources/articles) - [About Us](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/about-us) - [Contact](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/contact) [Schedule Consultation](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/appointments) [//]: # (axux:zone page-hero) # About Us [//]: # (axux:zone content) ### Our Firm Heritage Law Partners exists because we believe estate planning should be both excellent and accessible. Our attorneys bring sophisticated legal expertise to every engagement, but what sets us apart is simple: we treat your family's legacy the way we'd treat our own. Trusted by attorneys, CPAs, and financial advisors not only for their clients' legal care but for their own families' estate planning, the firm has been recognized as a top estate planning firm by Small Business Monthly Magazine. We are proud to serve families across the St. Louis metro area with care. Our team brings together diverse legal backgrounds, from special needs planning and elder law to litigation and mediation, giving our clients the benefit of well-rounded counsel at every stage of the planning process. Whether you are creating your first estate plan, navigating a complex trust, or seeking guidance after the loss of a loved one, Heritage Law Partners provides the expertise and personal attention your family deserves. ![Heritage Law Partners Attorneys Eliana Emery and Jimmy Fendelman](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/assets/images/temp/Heritage-Law-Partners-Attorneys-Eliana-Emery-Jimmy-F.png) ### Our Attorneys ##### Eliana J. Emery, Managing Partner Eliana founded Heritage Law Partners with a clear vision: estate planning that combines sophisticated legal strategy with the kind of personal attention most firms have lost. She is passionate about helping first-time wealth builders protect what they've worked for, proactive planning that prevents conflict, and special needs planning that provides security and dignity for a lifetime. Her professional affiliations include the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), the Academy of Special Needs Planners (ASNP), and she currently serves as Chair of the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis Minorities in the Legal Profession Committee. ##### Jimmy Fendelman, Partner Jimmy brings over 30 years of distinguished legal experience and a reputation that precedes him. Known throughout the St. Louis legal community for his integrity, positive energy, and sharp legal mind, he is widely respected among fellow attorneys, judges, and professionals across the region. His decades of courtroom experience have given him a comprehensive understanding of how legal plans hold up under pressure, a perspective that strengthens every strategy our firm develops. Jimmy is also a sought-after speaker at legal conferences, where he shares insights on professional ethics, wellness for attorneys, and diversity and inclusion. ### Our Team ##### Mayra Luna, Legal Assistant Mayra comes to Heritage Law Partners from a personal injury background, where she spent years assisting victims of violence. She brings that same compassion and attentiveness to our estate planning clients and seniors, ensuring every family feels supported and cared for from the first phone call through the completion of their plan. **Related Pages & Resources** Explore our practice areas and resources to learn more about estate planning, special needs planning, and how Heritage Law Partners can help protect your family's future. - [About Us](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/about-us) - [Contact Us](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/contact) - [Articles](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/resources/articles) - [Client Login](https://clients.heritagelawpartners.com) - [Estate Planning](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/services/estate-planning) - [Special Needs Planning](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/services/special-needs-planning) - [Probate](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/services/probate-and-estate-administration) - [Trust Administration](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/services/trust-administration) - [Guardianships](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/services/adult-guardianships) **Schedule a Consultation** Take the first step towards comprehensive estate planning, special needs planning, or probate services with a personalized consultation with one of our attorneys. [Schedule Appointment](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/appointments) [//]: # (axux:zone related-articles) ### Latest Articles on Estate Planning, Elder Law, and Special Needs Planning - [Revocable Living Trust vs. Will: Which Does a Missouri Couple Actually Need?](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/resources/articles/revocable-living-trust-vs-will-which-does-a-missouri-couple-actually-need) — Most Missouri couples assume a will is enough. Learn when a revocable living trust makes more sense, what it actually does, and how to know which plan is right for your family. [Learn More](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/resources/articles/revocable-living-trust-vs-will-which-does-a-missouri-couple-actually-need) - [When Should You Update Your Trust? A Guide for Missouri Families](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/resources/articles/when-should-you-update-your-trust-a-guide-for-missouri-families) — A trust is not a one-and-done document. Learn which life events require an update, what goes wrong when families skip the review, and when to call your estate planning attorney. [Learn More](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/resources/articles/when-should-you-update-your-trust-a-guide-for-missouri-families) - [What Is a Special Needs Trust and How Does It Protect My Child's Benefits?](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/resources/articles/what-is-a-special-needs-trust-and-how-does-it-protect-my-childs-benefits) — A special needs trust lets your child with a disability receive an inheritance without losing SSI or Medicaid. Learn the difference between first-party and third-party SNTs and how to choose the right one. [Learn More](https://chesterfieldestateplanning.com/resources/articles/what-is-a-special-needs-trust-and-how-does-it-protect-my-childs-benefits) [//]: # (axux:zone social-proof) > Eliana is the most helpful attorney I have ever worked with. She is always kind, and extremely efficient in what she does. 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