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Charles Alan Amen

Amen, Gantner & Capriano, Your Estate Matters LLC • Saint Louis, MO
Estate PlanningFinancial PlanningPersonal InjuryProbateTax

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Contact

Email
Phone
(314) 888-9746
Address
Saint Louis, MO, US

Professional

About

**Charles Alan Amen | Estate Planning and Financial Law Expert in Saint Louis, MO** Charles Alan Amen is a dedicated founding partner of Amen, Gantner & Capriano, Your Estate Matters, L.L.C., located in the heart of Saint Louis, Missouri. With a robust background in estate planning, financial planning, personal injury, probate, and tax law, Mr. Amen brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to his clients. He understands the critical importance of both economic and emotional security when it comes to planning for the future, ensuring that his clients can protect their hard-earned assets and provide for their loved ones in case of death or disability. Mr. Amen’s extensive expertise in estate planning is complemented by his previous roles, including serving as a Coast Guard Attorney, where he handled a diverse range of legal matters from court martials to administrative maritime law. Following this, he spent over a decade as a Deputy District Attorney in Solano County, California, successfully prosecuting felony cases and honing his litigation skills. Additionally, he owned an income tax preparation firm, offering valuable insights into income tax returns, and worked as a stockbroker and financial advisor at a prominent brokerage firm. A passionate advocate for education, Mr. Amen frequently shares his expertise through speaking engagements and adult education classes at Meramec Junior College, covering essential topics such as investments, taxes, and estate planning. His commitment to educating clients extends to conducting estate planning seminars, empowering individuals with the knowledge to navigate their legal affairs confidently. At Amen, Gantner & Capriano, Mr. Amen and his team strive to provide top-tier estate planning services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring they have the legal tools necessary to avoid the complexities of probate and secure their legacy.

About Estate Planning Law

Estate planning attorneys help individuals plan for the distribution of their assets and care during incapacity. They create wills, trusts, and other documents to protect families and minimize taxes. Common matters include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives.

Credentials

Education
1982 University of California, Hastings College of the Law JD - Juris Doctor 1974 U.S. Coast Guard Academy Bachelor of Science
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2014 Top Lawyers In Missouri, The Legal Network 2010 Top Scoring Wealth Managers in the St. Louis Area, St. Louis Magazine
Publications
2015 Consumers Guide Where There's a Will, There's Probate 2014 Consumers Guide A Special Needs Child Needs Special Planning 2014 Consumer Guide To My Dog Lucky: I Leave $10,000 2012 Consumers Guide Charity Begins at Home
Associations
2010 - Present Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis Member 2010 - Present Samuel and Justina Halley Foundation Trustee 2008 - Present Missouri Care Planning Council Director - St. Louis Board Member 2006 - Present Kathryn G. Favre Foundation for Animals Trustee 2004 - Present Estate Planning Council of St. Louis Member
Speaking
2015 adult education Estate Planning Living Trusts 2014 Humane Society Luncheon Estate Planning: For You and Your Pets 2014 CPA Professional Education What CPAs Need to Know About Estate Planning 2014 Contact 2 Debt Collectors After Death 2014 Adult Continuing Education Class Paying for Long Term Care
Updated: Mar 22, 2026