When an individual dies, their will or estate planning documents guide the distribution of their assets. Most families do their best to follow the instructions provided by a deceased loved one. However, some families reach the uncomfortable conclusion that the...
Building An Estate Plan That Is Right For You
Will Contests & Trust Disputes
What are the risks of contesting a will in Minnesota?
Many adults do not have a will, so families with access to a loved one’s estate plan may feel grateful. They appreciate that the decedent took the time to address their legacy and arranged to handle their responsibilities. Unfortunately, even when there is an estate...
What if family members suspect that undue influence changed a will?
Estate administration in Minnesota can be a lengthy process. The personal representative of the estate must find testamentary documents. They need to submit documents to the courts, send letters out to creditors and fulfill someone's responsibilities before...
How age and health issues can lead to will contests
In theory, those who take the time to create an estate plan get to control what happens with their property when they die. Unfortunately, some people will have their last wishes undermined by family members who challenge their estate plans. Probate challenges can...
3 financial issues that could drastically reduce your legacy
Your estate essentially determines your legacy when you die. You can plan how to distribute your property prior to your death so that you can create specific benefits or impacts for the people or causes that matter the most to you. Unfortunately, it is altogether too...
Can health issues give you a reason to challenge a will?
Losing a loved one, even if they had reached an advanced age or struggled with health issues for years, is still difficult. Grief is a powerful emotion that can take months or even years to fully process. Few things will complicate your grieving process as thoroughly...