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A parent’s death can leave more than grief in its wake. It can also bring a sudden stack of bills, collection notices and confusing questions about who must pay what. In the middle of planning a funeral and supporting family members, many people find themselves trying...
Family farms in Minnesota are often very special, having been in families for many generations. If you are responsible for managing a family farm after someone passes away, it can be a big job. You need to balance what the family wants with keeping the farm running...
Losing someone you love is devastating. It can feel impossible to manage daily tasks. Then, you discover you are left in charge of the estate. You feel overwhelmed and unsure of what to do. Probate can be complex with conflicts often arising among family members....
A will is an important part of an estate plan. People who want to leave property to specific beneficiaries, those who want to name guardians for their children and others concerned about the legacy they may leave may draft wills providing instructions about estate...
There are numerous complications that can arise during probate proceedings. In some cases, surprise heirs may show up, claiming to be family members of the decedent. Other times, there may be disputes about alleged promises made by the decedent regarding certain...
It’s not uncommon for heirs and other beneficiaries of an estate to be unhappy about a deceased loved one’s choice for executor (also known as a personal representative or administrator) of their estate. That can be especially true if they weren’t consulted or even...
The probate process involves securing a deceased individual’s assets and fulfilling their obligations. The personal representative of a Minnesota estate has a long road ahead of them. They have to communicate with multiple different parties including beneficiaries and...
If you own property in Minnesota, your estate will typically need to go through probate if it's held in your name when you pass away. However, if you own property in other states, your estate would be subject to a process known as ancillary probate. Although this...
In Minnesota, when your parent chooses you to be their estate executor, they have bestowed trust upon you and a legal responsibility to manage their estate. This responsibility may involve a great deal of work at an emotional time. With a solid understanding of the...
Although many probate proceedings in Minnesota commence and conclude without any problems, there are instances where someone wishes to contest the will. A presumed beneficiary might feel slighted upon discovering the contents of the document. Contesting the will is an...