Hansen Dordell is pleased to commend five members of our firm for their recognition in The Best Lawyers in America© 2019. Recognized in the category of Workers’ Compensation Law were James A. Schaps, Craig B. Nichols, Joseph G. Twomey, and Fred E. Kaiser. Randall W. Sayers was named in the field of Trusts and Estates […]
Two Hansen Dordell Attorneys Selected for Inclusion to 2018 Minnesota Super Lawyer/Rising Stars Lists.
Hansen Dordell is pleased to commend two members of our team on their inclusion to the 2018 Minnesota Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. Randall Sayers has been selected to the 2018 Minnesota Super Lawyers list. Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team […]
New Minnesota Estate Planning and Probate Laws
Despite a short legislative session in 2016, Minnesota legislators passed a number of laws affecting estate planning and estate administration, most of which became effective August 1st. The new laws include the enactment of a pet trust statute, updates to Minnesota’s probate laws, and laws clarifying the powers of fiduciaries in handling digital assets. Pet […]
Four Estate Planning Considerations for the Young Professional
As you graduate from college, you will likely reach some of the biggest milestones of your life, such as entering your first profession, getting married, having children, and buying your first home. Along with these milestones comes greater responsibility, including smart financial management. One important aspect of responsible money management is creating a solid estate […]
How Can I Avoid Probate When I Die?
You have likely heard the horror stories regarding probate. You may have heard a comment from a friend or neighbor or read something on the internet along the lines of, “In probate, the court decides who gets your money,” or “Your money will be tied up for years in probate.” While there may be some […]
