Holly's Bio

Holly practices in the Trusts & Estates practice group at FMJ. Holly greatly enjoys being a part of the Twin Cities community and is equally thrilled to connect and work with clients throughout greater Minnesota. Holly focuses her practice on estate planning, probate and trust administration, business succession planning, and charitable planning. Holly takes pride in working with her clients to determine their goals and develop a customized plan to meet their needs. This often involves working with clients who own businesses, have minor children, have blended families, or have a unique set of circumstances.

Holly utilizes her background in family law, guardianship and conservatorship work, business formations, and real estate law to help better serve her estate planning clients. She strives to serve every client with integrity and compassion, all while focusing on minimizing estate taxes.

Prior to law school, Holly was a Rule 114 Qualified Neutral and worked at a mediation nonprofit providing individuals with assistance in securing stable housing as well as juvenile restorative services.

Hamline University (B.A.), cum laude

Mitchell Hamline School of Law (J.D.), magna cum laude, with a Law and Business Certificate

State of Minnesota

United States Federal Court – District of Minnesota

Minnesota State Bar Association – Probate, Trusts, and Estates Section Member

Minnesota Women Lawyers

“I work closely with clients to understand their unique needs and how they see their future. My role is to educate and empower, and I strive to create estate plans that not only accomplish my client’s goals but that provide for life’s changes and challenges throughout time.”

Holly is a native of Southern Minnesota. In her free time, she enjoys running around the lakes, finding new coffee shops to add to her rotation, and skiing.

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October 2025

2025 FMJ Women Uncorked: An Evening of Women, Wine, and Wisdom

The firm hosted another great event celebrating women in business. Read more

December 2024

2025 Estate Tax Exemptions and Planning Considerations

Let's connect soon to discuss strategies for the next year! Read more

August 2024

Estate Planning for Young Adults and College Students

Back to school? Make sure those estate planning documents are in order! Read more

May 2024

Cabin Planning and the Corporate Transparency Act

Why you need to review your cabin plan now! Read more

October 2023

FMJ Hosts Another Successful FMJ Uncorked Event!

The women of FMJ hosted a very successful FMJ Uncorked event earlier this month. More than 140 women registered for an evening of connection,... Read more

May 2023

Trusts & Estates Attorney Holly Hankins Joins FMJ!

We are pleased to announce the arrival of Holly Hankins at FMJ! Holly is an Associate Attorney in our Trusts & Estates practice group.... Read more

October 2022

FMJ Hosts Another Successful FMJ Uncorked Event!

The women of FMJ hosted a very successful FMJ Uncorked event on October 12, 2022.  More than 120 women gathered for an evening of... Read more