What Is a Cohabitation Agreement and Do You Need One in Minnesota?
You’ve moved in together, maybe bought a home, and your finances are starting to blend. Marriage may not be on the horizon, or it may not be the right fit for you. The question is what happens to your home, your savings, and your shared debts if the relationship ends. In Minnesota, the answer may […]
Can Johnson/Turner Probate an Out-of-State Will for a Minnesota Resident
Your loved one lived in Minnesota, but the will was signed years ago in another state. Or maybe they owned a cabin, farmland, or a condo somewhere else. Now you’re wondering whether a Minnesota law firm can handle it, or whether you need to start over. In most cases, the answer is yes: Johnson/Turner can […]
Temporary vs. Permanent Spousal Maintenance: What’s the Difference?
If you’re heading into a divorce, you’ve probably heard the term “spousal maintenance,” and then heard that it comes in more than one kind. Will it end in two years? Will it last the rest of your life? In Minnesota, temporary spousal maintenance and permanent alimony work very differently, and knowing which one is realistic […]
Co-Parenting During the Holidays: 7 Tips for Minnesota Families
The first holidays after a separation can bring up more than memories. They can bring up conflict. Co-parenting during the holidays means juggling schedules, expectations, and emotions while keeping things steady for your kids. The good news: with a clear plan and calm communication, this season can feel peaceful, not chaotic. Download the free Holiday […]
Holiday Addendum 101: What Must Be Included to Avoid Confusion
Does your custody order say something like “alternate holidays” and leave the rest up to you? You’re not alone. Every fall, Minnesota parents find out that vague wording can turn Christmas Eve into a negotiation. A holiday parenting time addendum fixes that by spelling out who has the kids, when, and where, before the season […]
How to Talk About Estate Planning Over the Holidays (Without Killing the Mood)
The holidays bring everyone home. Grandparents, parents, and grown kids end up around the same table, sometimes for the only time all year. That makes this season one of the best chances you’ll get to talk to your family about estate planning, and it doesn’t have to dampen the mood. Done with care, it can […]
Is Your Estate Plan Ready for 2027? A Year-End Review for Minnesota Families
As the year winds down, you’re probably already checking things off: open enrollment, a last look at the budget, gathering paperwork for tax season. One thing that rarely makes the list is your estate plan. A year-end estate plan review takes less time than you think, and it’s the simplest way to make sure your […]
How Does a Revocable Living Trust Differ From a Will?
You’ve decided it’s finally time to create an estate plan. Then a friend mentions that wills are “outdated” and you really need a trust, and a simple to-do item suddenly feels complicated. If you’re comparing a revocable living trust vs. a will in Minnesota, the difference is easier to understand than it sounds. Both tools […]
What Is a Small Estate Affidavit in Minnesota (and Do You Qualify)?
Losing someone you love comes with enough to carry already, and the thought of a long, expensive probate process can feel like too much on top of grief. If your loved one left behind a modest estate, Minnesota offers a simpler path. It’s called a small estate affidavit, and it can help you settle things […]
Litigation vs. Mediation in Minnesota: Types, Costs, and Which Fits Your Case
Maybe you and a business partner stopped seeing eye to eye. Maybe your divorce has hit a wall over the house or the kids. Either way, you’re facing the same question thousands of Minnesotans ask every year: do you head to court with litigation, or try to work it out through mediation? The right […]
