Minnesota: How to Be Appointed Estate Administrator or Co-Administrator
Who can become an estate administrator or co-administrator in Minnesota — and what steps to take Quick summary: If you want to serve as the personal representative (administrator) of a deceased person’s estate in Minnesota, you will usually file a petition in the district court probate division, provide the required documents and notices, and obtain […]
Read article →Minnesota: Using Wills, Beneficiary Designations, Joint Ownership and Trusts to Avoid Probate
How to keep assets out of probate in Minnesota: wills, beneficiary designations, joint ownership, trusts Detailed Answer Short answer: A will alone usually does not avoid probate. To keep assets out of probate in Minnesota you typically combine beneficiary designations, joint ownership with survivorship, properly titled accounts, and (when appropriate) a revocable living trust. Each […]
Read article →How to Submit an Original Will to Probate Court from Out of State — Minnesota
Submitting an Original Will to Minnesota Probate Court When You Live Out of State Not legal advice. This information is educational only and does not create an attorney‑client relationship. Detailed Answer — step-by-step guidance under Minnesota law If you live outside Minnesota and you have the original will of someone who died domiciled in Minnesota, […]
Read article →Buying Out Siblings’ Interests in Minnesota Real Property
Keeping a Family Property in Minnesota: How to Purchase Co-Owners’ Shares Detailed answer — what you need to know under Minnesota law If you and your siblings share ownership of real estate in Minnesota and you want to keep the property rather than sell it, you can often purchase your siblings’ undivided interests. The most […]
Read article →Minnesota: How to Buy Out Siblings’ Shares in a Parent’s House Instead of a Probate Sale
Buying out co‑owners’ shares in a parent’s home under Minnesota law This FAQ explains the typical steps a person in Minnesota can take to buy a deceased parent’s house from siblings rather than forcing a public probate sale. It assumes the reader has no legal background. This is general information only and not legal advice. […]
Read article →Recovering Money Withdrawn After a Parent’s Death — Minnesota
How an estate can respond when an heir withdraws money from a deceased parent's accounts — Minnesota Short answer: If someone withdraws money from a decedent’s bank account or charges a decedent’s credit card after the decedent dies and they had no legal authority to do so, the estate (through the personal representative) can usually […]
Read article →Minnesota: Court Appointment of a Guardian ad Litem for Minor Heirs Before Selling Inherited Land
When a Court May Appoint a Guardian ad Litem for Minor Heirs Before Selling Inherited Real Estate Not legal advice. This article explains general Minnesota legal concepts. Consult a licensed Minnesota attorney about your situation. Detailed Answer Under Minnesota law, a court can appoint a guardian ad litem (GAL) or an attorney ad litem to […]
Read article →Minnesota: How to Get Court Approval to Sell an Inherited Home When Co‑Owners Include Minors
Getting Court Approval to Sell an Inherited Home When Co‑Owners Include Minors (Minnesota) This FAQ explains the typical steps families follow in Minnesota when a home was inherited by multiple co‑owners and one or more of the co‑owners are minors. The goal is to describe how to get the court authorization needed to sell the […]
Read article →Filing a Year's (Family) Allowance Petition in Minnesota: What to Include
Filing a Year's Allowance (Family Allowance) in Minnesota: What to Include Quick overview: In Minnesota, a surviving spouse or dependent child can request a family (year's) allowance from the decedent’s probate estate to provide support during estate administration. The court considers the needs of the family, the size of the estate, and other available resources. […]
Read article →Handling a Parent's Estate in Minnesota: Step-by-Step Guide
Disclaimer: This is general information, not legal advice. I am not a lawyer. For advice about your specific situation, consult a Minnesota probate attorney. Detailed Answer If your mother has died and you must handle her estate in Minnesota, follow clear, practical steps to protect assets, meet legal requirements, and reduce delays. Below is a […]
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