Molly O'Meara Schnell, Attorney at Law - Davenport, IA
Molly O'Meara Schnell is an elite estate planning, elder law, and trust attorney based in Davenport, Iowa. As a founding partner of Schnell and Hancock, P.C. and Of Counsel at Lane and Waterman LLP, Molly brings nearly four decades of peer-recognized excellence in wealth preservation and probate.
Distinguished Estate Planning and Elder Law Advocacy
Protecting your life savings, organizing your medical wishes, and planning for your family's future requires the highest caliber of legal counsel. Attorney Molly O'Meara Schnell is a premier trusts and estate lawyer in Davenport, Iowa, with deep roots in the Quad Cities legal community. Practicing since 1989, she has dedicated her career to providing strategic, compassionate, and highly personalized estate planning, elder law, and trust administration services. Whether you need to hire an estate planning lawyer to preserve assets for future generations or require a trusted advocate to guide your family through the complex probate process, Molly O'Meara Schnell delivers the ethical, professional representation you deserve.
Tailored Estate Planning, Wills, and Trust Services
No two families or financial situations are identical, which is why pre-packaged legal templates are often insufficient to safeguard your interests. Molly O'Meara Schnell specializes in drafting customized estate plans designed to address each client's specific personal and financial goals. Our comprehensive services include drafting last wills and testaments, establishing revocable living trusts, irrevocable trusts, and special needs trusts, and preparing durable healthcare and financial powers of attorney. By structuring detailed wealth transition plans, she helps clients minimize estate taxes, protect their assets from creditors, and avoid the lengthy and expensive court probate administration process entirely.
Comprehensive Elder Law, Guardianships, and Asset Protection
As individuals and their family members age, navigating long-term care planning and government benefits becomes critical. Molly O'Meara Schnell provides specialized elder law services, helping seniors and their caregivers plan for nursing home care, secure Medicaid eligibility, and implement proactive asset protection strategies. Additionally, she represents families in guardianship and conservatorship proceedings when a loved one is no longer able to manage their personal or financial affairs independently. Her holistic approach ensures that vulnerable family members receive the respectful, structured, and legally secure care they require.
Probate Administration and Fiduciary Management
Administering an estate or trust after the loss of a loved one can feel overwhelming. Molly O'Meara Schnell assists executors, administrators, and trustees in navigating their extensive fiduciary and legal responsibilities in Iowa and Illinois. From submitting court petitions and filing federal estate tax returns to managing asset valuations and resolving potential beneficiary disputes, she provides the meticulous legal oversight necessary to ensure a smooth, compliant transition of assets. Having an Accredited Estate Planner (AEP) in your corner ensures that the administration of your loved one's estate complies fully with state probate laws.
The Molly O'Meara Schnell Strategic Advantage
- Four Decades of Proven Excellence: Representing clients across the Quad Cities since 1989, with extensive experience as a founding partner of highly respected bi-state law firms.
- Accredited Estate Planner (AEP) Credential: A distinguished national professional designation indicating elite knowledge in estate tax planning and wealth preservation.
- Licensed in Iowa and Illinois: Fully authorized to practice across both states, providing comprehensive, seamless representation for cross-state families and property.
- Distinguished Legal Standing: Graduated with distinction from the University of Iowa College of Law and remains a member of the prestigious Iowa Academy of Trust and Estate Counsel.
Whether you require a contract lawyer for a business transition, a real estate lawyer to finalize a property sale, or an estate planning lawyer to construct a family trust, contact the office of Molly O'Meara Schnell today. Call to schedule a professional consultation and protect your family's future legacy.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the highly sought-after commercial and professional development of Coventry Office Park on the northeast side of Davenport, Iowa.
Building Location
The office is housed inside a modern, professional single-story brick building situated in the beautiful Coventry Office Park. The quiet office park is located near local landmarks such as Granite City Food & Brewery.
Parking Details
Ample, complimentary surface parking is provided directly in front of the building entrance, offering convenient and direct walk-up access for clients.
Public Transit
Served by Davenport CitiBus local transit lines; nearest stop is at Utica Ridge Road & 53rd Street.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the building directly from the parking lot using the main front entrance on Utica Ridge Road. Since the office is located in a single-story professional building, Suite B is easily accessible on the ground level.