Edward A. Chod

Edward A. Chod is an attorney who handles corporate law, mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, commercial finance, estate planning, and business succession matters. He advises private and public companies, including family businesses, mid-market entities, and larger organizations. His work includes business planning, organizational structuring, finance arrangements, and transaction documents. He helps clients make informed decisions that support growth, protect value, and address business needs with practical solutions.

Edward earned his J.D. from the University of Missouri School of Law. He also holds a B.S., cum laude, from the University of Missouri-Columbia. His education supports his work in corporate planning, finance, estate matters, and business transactions. These skills help him review agreements, identify risks, and explain legal options. He uses this foundation to guide clients through business and family planning decisions with sound judgment.

Edward has more than four decades of experience advising businesses and individuals. His practice includes mergers, acquisitions, employment agreements, borrower finance structuring, and general corporate matters. He also assists with estate planning, wealth management, tax planning, and business succession. His experience helps clients connect legal decisions with practical business goals. He works to understand each client’s preferences before recommending strategies that fit their circumstances and long-term priorities.

Edward A. Chod is recognized for corporate law and mergers and acquisitions work. His honors include Best Lawyers recognition and Legal 500 recognition for corporate and M&A matters. He focuses on sound counsel, long-term relationships, and practical advice. His work helps clients complete transactions, structure companies, manage wealth, plan estates, and prepare business succession plans with clarity, careful legal judgment, and business-focused guidance.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, UB Greensfelder LLP
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, The Missouri Bar
• Member, Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis

Licensed State

• Missouri

Education

• University of Missouri School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Missouri – Columbia
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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