Getting Letters Testamentary One of those common question the law firm receives is: “how do I get letters testamentary?” Because this questions comes up so often, we have decided to write a long post about the topic. Letters Testamentary Before we can answer the question of how to get letters testamentary, it is important to…
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Minnesota Estate Planning and Partnership Law
Minnesota Partnership Law If youre considering starting a new business, you might be thinking about forming the business as a partnership. Partnerships are fairly easy to establish and have many benefits for the members of the partnership. Though this may be a good business entity for you, there are challenges that you must keep in…
What Is a Revocable Trust | Minnesota Law
What is a revocable trust? When most people think about estate planning, their first thought likely involves creation of a will. Others may realize the importance of a living will/healthcare power of attorney or even a financial power of attorney. Once the bare minimums have been accounted for, it is rare for most people to…
Advantages of a Revocable Trust In Minnesota
Advantages of a Revocable Trust As we mentioned last week, talk of trust funds can lead to lots of confusion. Even those interested in learning more about estate planning can be overwhelmed when the topic of conversation turns to trusts. These tools are often viewed as confusingly complex and only for those with money to…
What Is a Valid Will in Minnesota?
What is a Valid Will in Minnesota? It is very important that people understand that Wills need to be drafted and executed in the proper, legal manner. If the legal requirements are not met, a court of law could invalidate what people believed was a proper Will. Minnesota law has very clear language on what…
Minnesota Probate Law | Subject Matter Jurisdiction
Subject Matter Jurisdiction in a MN Probate In a probate proceeding, the personal representative of the estate files an application with the probate court in the county where the decedent lived at the time of his or her death. This process triggers entry into probate court. All counties in Minnesota have probate courts to hear…
MN Probate Law | When Death Isn’t Definite
When dealing with probate and estate planning issues, an unfortunate prerequisite is death. Someone has passed away and loved ones have to scramble to get their ducks in a row. The assumption is that death is concrete, tangible and easily ascertained. Its everything else that’s supposed to be complicated. Though that’s often true, it isn’t…
Time Limits for Probating a Will in Minnesota
Typically, when we discuss timing and probate, the issue concerns how fast (or slow) the probate court is likely to move. Though this is a common question, and a good one to understand, for some people moving quickly may not be what theyre most concerned about. In such cases, the question is not how fast…
Free Consultation | Minnesota Wills and Trusts
The firm is happy to announce that we are now offering discounted Wills and Trusts. We will only be doing this for a limited time. Please contact the firm to get started with your free consultation. Ask about the discount when you call at 612-424-0398 Joseph M. Flanders and the firm work with clients from every…
MN Probate Court | Subject Matter Jurisdiction
In a probate proceeding, the personal representative of the estate files an application with the probate court in the county where the decedent lived at the time of his or her death. This process triggers entry into probate court. All counties in Minnesota have probate courts to hear matters relating to the administration of an…