We decided to make a short post on a new article we wrote which specifically answers a common question received from clients. Many new personal representatives (executors) of their parent’s estate, simply do not know where to start. Paying estate bills can be very confusing and if you have questions you should speak with a…
Tag: Minnesota probate
Minnesota Probate: What Happens With Jointly Owned Property?
We’ve previously discussed the issue of Minnesota probate and how some assets fall outside the probate process. One example of such an asset is jointly owned property. Keep reading to find out more about how jointly owned property operates following the death of one owner. What is jointly owned property? Jointly owned property is any…
How Does Probate Work In Minnesota?
How Does Probate Work in Minnesota? Read on. Probate can be a very confusing process. Many people are unfamiliar with how to probate an estate due to their lack of experience with the subject. In a lifetime, it is likely that a person will only be involved with the probate process once or twice, if ever. While your lack of…
Minnesota Uniform Probate Code
Probate law is a function of state governments. A Minnesota probate lawyer will tell you that this means that there is little or no federal law related to probate administration. There is law related to federal taxation, yes. However, state law governs the actual probate proceedings. The statutory authority for probate administration in Minnesota is…