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If you are expecting an inheritance, an estate planning tool known as a trust may prove useful, depending on your circumstances. Among the numerous types of trusts aimed at fulfilling different estate planning purposes, an inheritor’s trust is specially designed to help protect an inheritance. Purpose of an Inheritor’s Trust...
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Most people understand that having an estate plan benefits them and their loved ones. However, many individuals do not initiate the estate planning process because they do not fully understand the nuances of foundational estate planning tools such as a will and a trust and the full implications of dying...
Critical Dates for Employers Under Minnesota’s Paid Family and Medical Leave: Things to Do & When to Do Them In my previous article, we discussed employer obligations under the upcoming Minnesota’s Paid Family and Medical Leave (Paid Leave) program launching in January 2026: Overview of Minnesota’s Paid Family and Medical...
Elevate your legal writing and general practice by exploring the Kanban method. Introduction Legal writing is one of the most time-consuming and mentally demanding parts of modern law practice. Drafting a persuasive motion, composing client communications, or refining internal memoranda all require sustained focus, strategic organization, and frequent revisions. Yet...
We have heard the news – insurance is not getting any cheaper. This year, Minnesota homeowners may have insurance premiums increase by 15%.[1] That increase dramatically exceeds inflation.[2] Those on a fixed income may have difficulty keeping pace with rising insurance costs. It is only a matter of time before...
Has your home been damaged by a contractor’s faulty work? Did your contractor lie to you or steal money from you? Or did your contractor simply walk off the job? If any of these situations apply to you, you may be entitled to compensation from the Minnesota Contractor Recovery Fund....
In what area of law do you practice and why did you choose this? I practice estate planning and I chose this area of practice because I feel that I can have a positive impact on people’s lives by planning for worst case scenarios. When did you decide you wanted...
This is the first article in a three-part Employer Advisory Series on understanding employer obligations under the Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave Act. In this article, we provide an overview for employers regarding the new Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave law (Paid Leave) and its impact on their...
Our Annual Legal Writing Subscription Plan—Now Open for Enrollment We are thrilled to continue building on the excitement from last month’s announcement: our new annual Legal Writing Subscription Plan is officially up and running! This program is designed to give attorneys consistent access to high-level feedback, expert insights, and trusted...
Probate is the legal process for recognizing the validity of a person’s will after their death and appointing the nominated decision maker. This person, also known as an executor or personal representative, administers the deceased person’s estate and ensures that their money and property are transferred to the beneficiaries specified...
Starting the Conversation So, you want to help your elderly parents set up an estate plan, but you feel unsure about how to start that conversation. You might not even have a clear idea of what to discuss. Below, you’ll find a list of the topics your parents may want...