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When a person creates a will, they expect it will be followed upon their death. Most of the time this is the case, but, occasionally, a will contest occurs and probate litigation becomes necessary. A more extreme case of this occurred recently.An odd case has recently...
Minnesota residents are lucky to live in a state with a high number of cabin owners. Going "up north" is a common occurrence throughout the year, with many families owning a vacation home. These cabins are often passed from generation to generation, but there can be...
When someone you love passes away, his or her estate may go through probate before distribution. Probate is sometimes costly and time-consuming. It can also result in various disputes among beneficiaries. There are a lot of reasons that you may argue with other heirs...
Many families in Minnesota are on their second or third (or more) marriage. With subsequent marriages come larger families, including stepchildren. These situations can often lead to sticky situations that cause estate disputes.One scenario that is common among...
Some Minnesota families understand the turmoil that an estate in limbo can bring to a family. When a loved one dies, a family is often caught up in grief which is understandable. But, when a loved one's estate is being contested, it can be a major disruption.The...
Minnesota families who have a child that is cognitively delayed have probably established a conservator. A conservator is appointed when a person is not able to manage their own affairs and the conservator is entrusted with the care of this person. A conservator has a...
Many Saint Paul residents have taken the time to draft a will. These estate planning documents are important to determine how assets should be distributed upon the testator's death. But, what happens if multiple wills are discovered?Multiple wills can be a surprise to...
When someone dies, occasionally, there is a disagreement over what a person left behind. Even the most well-planned estate can run into problems if someone believes there was undue influence. Undue influence claims are difficult and complicated. When someone brings up...
Unfortunately, not all estates in Minnesota are settled easily. Occasionally, a will is contested by someone who feels that there was a problem with it. Many times, they contest the will claiming there was undue influence at the time the will was written. There are...
When a person passes away, their heirs and other family members are there to help settle the estate. This can be a complicated process, especially if the person has quite a few assets that need to be settled. An estate needs to have a valuation completed, but how is...