Minnesota residents who have not looked over their estate plan for a few years should do so. Estate plans should be reviewed about every three years, but there are also certain situations that should require a review even if less time has passed. For example, an...
We speak English and Spanish
Se Habla Espanol
A Tradition of Service, Focused On Achieving Positive Results
Year: 2018
Managing divorce issues with children during the holidays
The end of a marriage can be a challenge for Minnesota couples with children during any time of the year. The stress that sometimes goes along with post-divorce co-parenting can be even greater during the holiday season, especially with the increased shuffling of kids...
Renowned artist’s death puts spotlight on estate planning
While many people in Minnesota may be fans of Stan Lee's comic book art and creative work, they may not want to emulate his estate planning choices. The 95-year-old man passed away in November 2018, survived by his 68-year-old daughter. In 2017, his wife of 70 years...
Are there alternatives to jail in Washington County?
Facing a criminal charge can be scary enough, but facing jail time can be even scarier. If you have been charged with a crime in Washington County, however, you may be eligible for a jail alternative, such as a diversion program. Many Minnesota counties have programs...
Reasons and procedures for temporary custody
Temporary custody may be granted in cases in Minnesota when parents are going through a divorce. However, the orders that are initially put in place as temporary custody orders may become permanent once the divorce is final. A court attempts to make a decision...
Following up to implement an estate plan
Many people in Minnesota work hard to draw up their estate plans. They think long about the way they want to divide their assets and work with lawyers to draft, complete and execute the necessary documents. Still, even after signing off on wills, trusts and powers of...
Tax changes divorcing couples should know about
For some Minnesota couples who are ending their marriages, changes mandated by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which passed in late 2017, will mean less money for them after the divorce. The TCJA changed how parents can take exemptions for children on their taxes and how...
How health problems may get worse after divorce
"Gray divorce" is a term often used for marriage separations among the 50-and-older age group. According to national statistics, more and more Minnesotans are going through gray divorces. It's important to note that many older ex-spouses face added challenges such as...
Beyond Nurse Jackie: Twin City nurses and addiction
Many of us are aware of the Netflix series Nurse Jackie starring Edie Falco. The series, a medical comedy-drama, chronicles the life of superstar, but pain-killer addicted nurse Jackie Peyton. The series ran from 2009 to 2015. But what we may not be aware of is that...
Estate planning for young Minnesota residents
Estate planning is rarely a high priority for young people in Minnesota and around the country, and studies reveal that three in four American millennials have not drafted a last will and testament. This can be a delicate subject even for those who expect to live for...
