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When a professional forms, operates, or transfers a firm, compliance requires more than simply following the laws governing corporations, limited liability companies, or limited liability partnerships. If the firm provides certain professional services, it may also be subject to the Minnesota Professional Firms Act (“MPFA”), codified at Minn. Stat. ch....
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Beginning your retirement is a great milestone that is worth celebrating. You have put in many years of hard work, and you are now able to focus your energy on the next phase of your life. However, before you begin this next chapter, you need to make sure that you...
In Minnesota, the Initial Case Management Conference (“ICMC”) is the first time that a judicial officer meets with the parties, and it is an important opportunity to lay the foundation for the rest of your divorce case. The ICMC process was created to encourage settlement of the parties through early...
A health care directive is a core document for an estate plan. My recommendation is if a person is over age 18 and has capacity, they should consider making a health care directive to appoint someone to make health decisions for them, and to give instructions on how they want...
Being served with initial divorce paperwork can cause a lot of fear and be overwhelming for the recipient for several reasons. Understanding this paperwork and the legal ramifications of being served can help individuals feel more empowered in this difficult time. What is a Summons and Petition for Divorce? The...
What did you want to be when you grew up? A popstar, until I realized my singing was best saved for the shower. Prior to abandoning my musical ambitions all together, I tried out the saxophone. My abilities on a saxophone translated more to elephant noises than Charlie Parker. What...
Owning your own business or investment portfolio can be incredibly rewarding. However, to preserve the fruits of your labor and dedication, you must do everything you can to protect it. Whether you seek to protect yourself, your investments, and your family from taxes, creditors, or probate, a family limited partnership...
In what area of law do you practice and why did you choose this? I practice primarily in the areas of construction law, business disputes, and property disputes. What did you want to be when you grew up? I wanted to be a game warden when I was young. When...
Protecting assets from liabilities and risks is a common concern for most of my clients. Lately, I have been having a number of conversations with people regarding how to protect assets. The risks causing concern often include lawsuits, divorce, bankruptcy and casualty losses. For each of these risks, there are...
Association boards are often looking to cut costs and save money wherever they can. In doing so, they often look to avoid spending money on legal fees and costs by trying to handle things on their own. As the saying goes, “he who represents himself has a fool for a...
2023 Seminar Topics Include: Common Disputes & Legal Issues Arising in Construction Projects – Blake Nelson & Kurt Mitchell Insurance & Claims 101 – J. Robert Keena Tax & Accounting Update – Randy Feld Construction Contracts & Subcontracts – Chris Jones Minnesota Energy Building Code Updates – Eric Boyd/Chad Lidtke...