Resources
February 2019
What is Elder Law?
What is the difference between elder law and estate planning? Isn’t it the same thing? Although there is certainly some overlap between the disciplines... Read more
February 2019
Former Ecolab, Inc. Executive VP and General Counsel James Seifert Joins FMJ as Shareholder
We are pleased to announce that attorney James Seifert (Jim) has joined FMJ as a Shareholder in our General Corporate & Business and Mergers... Read more
February 2019
So This is Love? Benefits of Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
February 14th – the day of love and a celebration for all couples everywhere. Many couples even get engaged on this day and start... Read more
February 2019
2019 Resolution Already Out the Window? Don’t Forget Your Estate Plan
We are a month into 2019, which is the time when most New Year’s resolutions are thrown out the window. While we certainly don’t... Read more
January 2019
Vlog: Trusts & Estates Group Level of Service
What level of service does the Trusts & Estates group provide? Karen Schlotthauer, an attorney in our Trusts & Estates group, discusses the level... Read more
January 2019
Vlog: Trusts & Estates Group Services
The head of our Trusts & Estates group, David Ness, discusses the different services offered by the Trusts & Estates practice group (think: estate... Read more
December 2018
Year-End Checklist
Give Your Business the Best Chance of Success in 2019 2018 is nearly in the books. Businesses are busy winding up year-end obligations, professionals... Read more
December 2018
Vlog: Advice to Estate Planning Clients
The head of our Trusts & Estates group, David Ness, discusses the one piece of advice that he repeatedly gives to his estate planning clients.... Read more
December 2018
Vlog: Hiring an Estate Planning Attorney
Estate planning attorney Karen Schlotthauer talks about what traits and experience someone should look for when seeking an estate planning attorney. Click the video to... Read more
November 2018
Minnesota’s New Limited Liability Company Act and What it Means for Businesses
Minnesota first adopted laws establishing limited liability companies (LLCs) as a new form of business entity in 1992. LLCs have been wildly popular ever... Read more
November 2018
Vlog: Keeping The Family Home in the Family
The head of our Trusts & Estates group, David Ness, discusses the estate planning issues families should be aware of if they want to keep... Read more
November 2018
Estate Tax Exemptions Update 2019
Below is a summary of the federal estate tax, gift tax, and Minnesota estate tax exemption amounts for 2019. Please contact FMJ’s Trusts &... Read more
November 2018
FMJ Named Best of The Best by Southwest News Media
FMJ was chosen as the “Best Legal Firm” in Southwest News Media‘s Best of the Best Contest. This was the second year for Southwest... Read more
November 2018
Vlog: Meet Estate Planning Attorney Karen Schlotthauer
You may have watched her vlog videos or read some of her previous blog posts, but have you really met Karen Schlotthauer? Click below... Read more
November 2018
Vlog: Estate Planning Attorney’s Legal Mentor
The head of our Trusts & Estates group, David Ness, talks about his legal mentor and the most important thing that he learned from him... Read more