Can your spouse step in and change your medical decisions if you have already put them in writing? In most cases, no. In Minnesota, a valid health care directive controls your care, even if your spouse disagrees, unless a court invalidates the document or you specifically gave your spouse that authority. When you are facing…
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What Trump Means for the LGBT Community, Part 3: Get Your Documents In Order
Minnesota Lawyer Discusses Estate Planning for Married Couples in the Era of Trump. The day after the 2024 election, our firm received numerous calls from the LGBTQ+ community who are rightly concerned about future attacks on same-sex marriage. With the strong possibility of future efforts to overturn or challenge established precedents like Obergefell v. Hodges—the…
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Advance Care Planning: The Importance of Health Care Directives
Have you ever wondered who would make crucial health decisions for you if you were unable to? Advance care planning, including the creation of health care directives, is a vital step in ensuring your medical wishes are respected. In Minnesota, understanding the nuances of these directives ensures that your voice is heard, even when you…
Continue reading…Estate Planning 101: Why It’s Important For Young Families
Becoming a parent changes everything. Suddenly, your focus shifts from just yourself to the future of your children. But here’s a question many young families in Minnesota overlook: What would happen to your kids and your property if something unexpected were to happen to you? Estate planning might sound like something reserved for older adults…
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What Are DNR and POLST Forms?
Health care directives such as a living will and a health care power of attorney are critical elements of a complete estate plan. They empower a person to memorialize extremely important health care choices while they are still healthy and of sound mind. Should you ever become incapacitated and unable to communicate your health care…
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