Edward F. Ned Reilly

Trusts and Estates

5.0 (1 reviews)

Clayton, Missouri

47+ years experience

Sandberg Phoenix & von Gontard PC

Updated: Jan 04, 2026

Contact Information

314-725-9100

https://sandbergphoenix.com/people/edward-reilly/

120 South Central Avenue, Suite 1600, Clayton, MO 63105

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Bio

Edward F. Reilly is a Member of Muhm & Reilly, LLC. He received a B.A. degree from the University of Illinois in 1975, a J.D. degree from Washington University in Saint Louis in 1978, and an LL.M. degree (Taxation) from Washington University in Saint Louis in 1986. Mr. Reilly is an Adjunct Professor in the LL.M. program at Washington University School of Law, a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel and is an Articles Editor for The Tax Lawyer. He is admitted to practice in Missouri, Illinois, and U.S. Tax Court and is a member of the Missouri Bar Association, the Illinois State Bar Association, the American Bar Association, and the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis (Probate and Trust Law Steering Committee). He has served as Chairman of the Gift Development Committee for Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital, and has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America in the Trusts and Estates practice category since 2005. Edward F. Reilly is a Member of Muhm & Reilly, LLC. He received a B.A. degree from the University of Illinois in 1975, a J.D. degree from Washington University in Saint Louis in 1978, and an LL.M. degree (Taxation) from Washington University in Saint Louis in 1986. Mr. Reilly is an Adjunct Professor in the LL.M. program at Washington University School of Law, a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel and is an Articles Editor for The Tax Lawyer. He is admitted to practice in Missouri, Illinois, and U.S. Tax Court and is a member of the Missouri Bar Association, the Illinois State Bar Association, the American Bar Association, and the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis (Probate and Trust Law Steering Committee). He has served as Chairman of the Gift Development Committee for Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital, and has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America in the Trusts and Estates practice category since 2005.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Missouri

State Capital

Jefferson City

Highest Court

Missouri Supreme Court

Bar Association

Missouri Bar

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$225-$425/hr

Fee Model Notes

Estate planning often uses flat-fee packages, while probate disputes tend to be hourly.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Trusts and Estates

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Trusts and Estates
Special Focus: Estate Planning

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2005

Education

Washington University in St. Louis, J.D., graduated 1978

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Reviews

Steven Diaz

3 months ago

A Master of Estate Planning with Unmatched Experience

After my mother's passing, my siblings and I faced a complex estate settlement with outdated documents and significant assets. We turned to Mr. Reilly at Sandberg Phoenix, drawn by his 47 years of experience and his specific recognition in trusts and estates. His deep knowledge, honed since his graduation from Washington University Law in 1978, was immediately evident. He navigated the intricacies of Missouri probate law with precision, while his calm and personal approach diffused family tensions. He didn't just execute documents; he provided a clear strategy that saved us considerable time and future tax liabilities. Mr. Reilly’s blend of profound expertise and genuine care is rare. He transformed a stressful process into a managed, respectful transition, securing our family's legacy.