In our earlier post on guardianship and conservatorship for minor children, we discussed how to go about nominating a guardian and conservator for your children. But what happens when disability, incapacity, or incompetence renders an adult incapable…
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If you’ve purchased real estate recently, you might not have received an Abstract of Title from the seller at the closing. An Abstract is a summary of the history of a parcel of real estate showing deeds, easements, mortgages, and other encumbrance…
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“If something happens to you, what happens to your children?” It’s a question no parent wants to think about, but it’s an important one to answer for parents who have minor children. Minor children are not granted full legal capacity until th…
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I remember a time when research projects involved books. My elementary and middle school research consisted of going to the library and reading through all kinds of tangible medium: books, encyclopedias, periodicals. My mom bought us a set of World B…
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It has recently been reported that the legendary singer, Aretha Franklin, died without a will or a trust. How do we know? Frankin’s niece filed a petition with the probate court in Michigan seeking to be appointed as personal representative and…
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As my estate planning practice continues to grow, I’ve had the pleasure of meeting many different types of people. My clients come to me at various stages of life, with a diverse range of assets, family situations, health issues, and histories. Des…
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The summer months can be a great opportunity that allows farmers to take care some “legal housekeeping” items. One of these “housekeeping” items that farmers can take care of is updating their estate plan. Updating an estate plan, whether it…
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Once the euphoria of your big day and the relaxation of the honeymoon have passed, it is time to address your lives together as a married couple. Part of the adjustment is ensuring that your estate plans accurately reflect your new relationship as sp…
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We’re going to be seeing numerous revisions to several of the Minnesota business organization statutes. Governor Mark Dayton signed into law amendments to the Minnesota Business Corporation Act, the Minnesota Revised Uniform Limited Liability Compa…
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A homestead is more than just a home. Homes are places where families have made memories over the years, a source of pride for the owners, and one of the largest financial investments a person will have. Understanding how a homestead will transfer up…
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