About
David Brinkmann is an estate planning lawyer and associate attorney at The Laiderman Law Firm whose practice focuses on probate and trust administration. He assists clients with the legal work that follows a death or arises during trust administration, including matters requiring careful attention to documents, fiduciary duties, and estate-related procedures. His work is grounded in a practical approach to guiding families and fiduciaries through responsibilities that can involve detailed legal and financial issues.
Brinkmann earned a B.A. from Maryville University in 2004, with a focus on pre-law and criminology. He received his Juris Doctor Degree from Thomas M. Cooley School of Law in 2009. His academic background provided training in legal analysis and problem solving that supports his work with probate estates and trusts. He has been licensed to practice law in Missouri since 2010.
Brinkmann concentrates on probate and trust administration rather than a broad estate-planning practice. His work can involve reviewing estate documents, addressing administration requirements, coordinating information needed to move a matter forward, and helping clients understand procedural obligations. This focused experience supports families and fiduciaries as they work through the legal steps connected with administering property and carrying out estate or trust responsibilities.
David Brinkmann brings a focused probate and trust administration practice to clients facing important estate-related responsibilities. His combination of legal training and years of Missouri practice supports careful handling of matters that require organization, clear communication, and attention to applicable procedures. He helps clients approach administration issues methodically while working toward an orderly resolution of the legal tasks involved.
Law Office Affiliations
- Attorney, The Laiderman Law Firm, P.C.
- Member, The Missouri Bar
Licensed State
- Missouri
Education
- Thomas M. Cooley School of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - Maryville University
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Awards & Badges

- Elder Law
- Estate Planning
- Power of Attorney
- Probate
- Trusts
- Wills & Living Wills





