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How to Make a Valid Will in Minnesota

While making a will is important, making a valid will should always be the goal. After all, a will that does not comply with Minnesota laws will not be recognized in probate court. In order to have the wishes expressed in your will effective and properly executed, there are certain things that need to be…

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Should I Handwrite My Will?

A Minnesota Estate Planning Lawyer Explains Why You Should NOT Handwrite Your Will We’ve all heard the stories.  A dying person writes out a will on a car bumper.  Is such a will valid in Minnesota?  Generally, a handwritten will – called holographic – is not valid here. What is a Valid Will? Under Minnesota…

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What Happens If I Die Without a Will?

A will is a valuable legal tool. It is most known for its ability to provide directions as to how a person’s assets should be distributed upon his or her death, but it can be much more. In a will, you can name who you want to act as personal representative of your estate, a…

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How to Challenge the Legal Validity of a Will

After the death of a loved one, emotions can run high. When you add in the expectations people may have for an inheritance, things can become quickly heated. You discover the decedent changed his will a few days prior to death. The new will conflicts with what the decedent told you. Due to the suspiciousness…

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