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Challenging a will in Minnesota does not always mean there will be a court battle between heirs, nor does it mean that probate litigation is inevitable. However, these disputes often end up with lots of posturing before a settlement is reached.An interested party can...
Because the testator, or the person who authors a will, is no longer around to voice his or her thoughts or explain his or her decisions regarding who is given what, situations may arise that lead you to question a will and its contents. You cannot, however, contest a...
Sometimes things happen that are beyond our control. Individuals who have a loved one who is no longer able to take care of themselves may feel that things are out of their control. If this occurs, Minnesota families may need to take legal action in the form of...
It is not uncommon for people in St. Paul to feel blindsided by the wills of their deceased relatives and loved ones. There are many reasons why you may take issue with your inheritance. If you are receiving an inheritance that doesn't seem right or you do not agree...
There are many reasons why an estate may need a conservator. A conservator has a very important role to play in the life of a vulnerable person, so it is important for Minnesota residents to know what their duties are. This is especially important because probate...
When Minnesota artist Prince died last year, it left many people in shock. What has also turned out to be shocking is the lack of a will or other estate planning document. This past week, we learned how much of the estate will go to taxes because of the lack of an...
Even for those Minnesotans who have tried to avoid it, almost everyone has some kind of digital presence whether it be email, online photo storage, or social media. These are important assets that can be easily missed when creating an estate plan and can cause issues...
A court battle over an estate pending in one of Minnesota's neighboring jurisdictions has taken a rather mysterious turn, as a judge disclosed what he called "explosive" news to several attorneys involved in the litigation, but then ordered the information kept under...
When a Minnesota resident writes a will, it is an unfortunate reality that estate litigation can sometimes arise with a will contest as part of a legal dispute. Understanding what the law says about the revocation of a will by writing or act is a key factor in knowing...
As our Saint Paul, Minnesota readers, this blog has been following the ongoing development of the court battle over the estate of the late rocker, Prince. The case, which is being argued in a Minnesota court, is an opportunity to see how Minnesota probate courts apply...