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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What Is the Difference Between a Living Will and a Will?
If you looked into estate planning, as everyone should, you may have become quickly confused with the legal rhetoric of it all. Will, living will, trusts, health care surrogate, advance directives—it can all start blending. Today, we will help unravel some of these critical legal tools that play a central role in estate planning. In…
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Do I Need a Living Will?
While wills seem to get the bulk of the attention when people talk about establishing an estate plan, living wills are also a critical component of a strong estate plan. A living will is very different from a will, which is primarily used to designate how assets should be distributed upon a person’s death. A…
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What Should You Include in a Living Will?
Have you ever thought about who would make medical decisions for you if you were unable to speak for yourself? It’s not a pleasant question, but it’s one that every adult should consider. Planning ahead with the right legal documents ensures your wishes are honored and protects your loved ones from difficult guesswork during stressful…
Continue reading…Grounds for Contesting a Will
A will is a legal instrument utilized to, among other things, establish the terms of distributing the assets of a decedent’s estate to his or her heirs. In some instances, an heir or beneficiary may be upset with the terms of the will or may think the will does not accurately reflect the true wishes…
Continue reading…Is a Pour-Over Will Right for You?
Estate planning can be complicated. One of the biggest reasons it can be so difficult is that there is so much at stake: your legacy, your assets, and the well-being of your heirs. Another reason is that the terminology is often very confusing. If you are not an estate planning attorney, you likely do not…
Continue reading…When Heirs Cry: The Impact of Prince Dying Without a Will
Q: Do I need a will? Minnesota’s unique estate law headline case of recent years –if not of all time –involves the administration of the estate of the late artist, Prince. For many, Prince was a living legend in the music industry. However, after his untimely death in 2016 from an accidental overdose of painkillers,…
Continue reading…What Happens If You Die Without a Will?
A will sets out whom you would like to get your property when you pass away. It also appoints someone who will settle your estate on your behalf. While you can certainly plan your estate without a will, a will is often considered one of the most basic estate planning tools that you can use….
Continue reading…Holiday Talks, Part 1: A Wonderful Time of the Year to Discuss Future Plans
A Minneapolis Estate Planning Lawyer Urges Families to Discuss Their Estate Plans During the Holidays It’s difficult to believe that it’s “that time of year again.” How often do you hear that every November/December? For many, this is the time of year to spend time with family and friends. For this estate planning lawyer, the busiest…
Continue reading…I Just Moved to Minnesota. Do I Need a New Will?
A Minneapolis Estate Planning Attorney Discusses How Moving to Minnesota Affects Your Estate Plan Minnesota’s economy is booming with one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country and this means that people are moving here to take advantage of our great standard of living. As a result, I often receive calls from people asking…
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