If you own property in the state of Minnesota, you may wonder if there is a way to transfer your property to a friend or loved one without the hassle of probate at the time of your death. There is a process, called a Transfer On Death Deed, that allows you to keep ownership while you are still living. At the time of your death, this deed allows ownership of your property to automatically be transferred to your beneficiary that you have chosen. Read Full Post
While the easiest way to avoid probate in Minnesota is to not create a will, this is definitely not advisable in our state. . The legal team at Kallemeyn & Kallemeyn can help you find the best way to establish a will that cannot be reasonably contested so that a probate will likely not be necessary. Kallemeyn & Kallemeyn specializes in probate law, and we can state with confidence that we can apply our knowledge of Minnesota probate law to your circumstances and create a will that cannot not be reasonably contested. Read Full Post
If you have asked yourself if you need a lawyer to help you establish a living trust, the answer is probably yes. The team at Kallemeyn & Kallemeyn can provide you with the strong legal support you will need if you are ready to establish a living trust or if you simply have detailed questions about estate planning. We will help you make the most informed decision possible and weigh the pros and cons of establishing a living trust in your unique circumstances. Read Full Post
If you know someone who has been through a divorce, you probably know from their experience that divorce may end the legal union of marriage, but it rarely ends a relationship. If you are going through a divorce yourself, you may be about to experience that reality first-hand. Another reality of divorce is that it introduces a kind of stress into your life that can be overwhelming at times. If you are feeling that stress after your divorce has been finalized, you may believe that there is nothing you can do to relieve that stress. It is common for people to convince themselves that the end of a marriage means the end of the stress associated with that marriage. Read Full Post
In our society, we sometimes use words that create impressions that are not always accurate. A prime example comes from the world of law, where we use such phrases as “finalize the divorce.” From a legal perspective, signing documents may indeed finalize a divorce. But the relationship itself will seldom play by the same set of rules. Relationships are much more fluid than legal processes. Read Full Post
