Estate planning, elder law, family transitions, business planning – the legal issues that affect your family are always evolving. Jennifer writes regularly to keep you informed, educated, and empowered. Browse the latest articles below, or search by topic to find what you’re looking for.
Planning your estate with an attorney in Minnesota is an important step in protecting your assets, your wishes and the people who matter to you the most. There are a number of options available, as any estate planning lawyer can tell you. Do you need a will? A trust? Is it possible you don’t need either? It’s very rare that a person in Minnesota wouldn’t...
A divorce can be one of the most difficult times for someone to experience. A relationship that was meant to be a lifelong commitment is ending. At least one spouse will need to find a new place to live. Both spouses will be dealing with dividing property and debt; replacing property awarded to the other spouse; and adjusting to living off of decreased...
As an estate planning and family law attorney I cannot urge people enough to make sure their wishes are documented and, more importantly, their families are protected and prepared. A valid Health Care Directive is a critically important document that is so easy to get. It can truly make a world of difference for your family during what is an already...
Minnesota estate planning lawyers regularly battle the misconception that estate planning is something that only wealthy people need to do. They may hear about “trust funds” and “estate taxes” and falsely believe these things only apply to the super-rich. Unfortunately, these folks often end up costing their heirs considerable time and money because they...
Wedding planning can be so much fun in Minnesota. There’s the dress, the photographer, the caterer, and the flowers. One area which can get overlooked, however, is the prenuptial agreement. Sure, it might not seem like as much fun as tasting cakes and picking your first dance song, but it is something that needs to be considered in the midst of...
As any Minnesota divorce attorney can testify, after a divorce, clients are ready for a positive change. Often this desire for change is coupled with drab surroundings at home. You may find yourself in a new and unfamiliar place after the divorce. Or you may have a former spouse who left you with a home full of painful memories and but missing furniture...
Starting out in life can be an exciting time. Fresh out of college and starting a new job. Recently married and looking for a new house. A brand new baby. It’s these things that make you feel that you’re invincible. Many young couples and families do not make estate planning a priority in their lives – “it’s too early,” being a common response. The thought...
Introducing Lewis Kannegieter Law, Ltd. Online Providing unbundled family law and estate planning services online. I am excited to announce the opening of Lewis Kannegieter Law, Ltd. Online - the new virtual arm of the firm where I will be able to provide unbundled family law and estate planning services online. Unbundled (or limited scope) legal services...
In recognition of February's Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, we've prepared this Teen Dating Violence infographic. Also check out our special report: What Every Parent Must Know About Teen Dating Violence.
We will be presenting 7 Myths of Domestic Violence and The Courts at the Minnesota Women of Today Winter State Convention on Saturday, January 26th and at 7pm on Tuesday, February 19th at Kjellberg Business Center. Our February seminar is sponsored by the Monticello Women of Today and will be free and open to the public.
I'm excited to announce the opening of Lewis Kannegieter Law, Ltd. At Lewis Kannegieter Law, Ltd. we are your family’s trusted legal advisers. Your family is your most valuable asset, and with Lewis Kannegieter Law, you can be assured that we feel the same way. We provide a caring and compassionate atmosphere for our Minnesota family law and estate...