Law Office of Amy Kuronen

10/16/2026

What actually happens after a loved one passes away?
Transferring assets and wrapping up financial affairs is known as estate administration, and it generally falls into one of two paths:
🏛️ Probate Administration: Required when court proceedings are needed to transfer assets and settle the estate
📜 Trust Administration: Occurs when the deceased had a valid, fully funded trust, allowing the estate to be wrapped up smoothly without court involvement

Whether you are managing probate or administering a trust, Amy Kuronen provides the diligence, efficiency, and compassion needed to handle estates of any size or complexity. Contact Amy today online at https://amykuronenlaw.com/probate-attorney/ or call 218-464-1459 to get started.

10/13/2026

Did you know that once your child turns 18, you no longer have automatic legal access to their medical records or the authority to make healthcare decisions for them? 🎓

Whether your young adult is off at college, starting a job, or traveling, an unexpected illness or accident can leave parents locked out of vital medical conversations due to HIPAA laws.

Having your 18+ adult child execute a Health Care Directive and Medical Release ensures you can step in and advocate for them if an emergency ever arises.

Schedule a consultation with Amy Kuronen Law at 218-464-1459 or online at https://amykuronenlaw.com/estate-planning-for-the-holidays-why-college-aged-kids-need-a-healthcare-directive/

10/11/2026

If a loved one named you as a Trustee in their trust, you might be wondering: “What am I supposed to do now?” 📜

While trusts avoid court probate, the trustee still has legal duties to perform:
• Gathering and inventorying trust assets
• Paying valid debts and taxes
• Keeping beneficiaries informed and providing annual accountings
• Distributing assets according to the trust’s exact terms

As a Trust Administrative Attorney, Amy Kuronen helps trustees with every step of estate administration. Call Amy at 218-464-1459 to protect you from legal liability and ensure a smooth transition for the family.

Want to learn more about trust administration: https://amykuronenlaw.com/trust-administration-attorney/

10/08/2026

Just named a Personal Representative in a loved one’s Will? Here are 3 crucial steps to take right away:
1. Secure the original Will, death certificates, property deeds, financial statements, and a list of known debts
2. Before transferring property or closing accounts, formal court filings and legal authorization are required. Distributing assets too early can create legal complications.
3. Partner with a probate attorney to ensure all court forms, legal notices, and asset inventories are handled correctly from the start.

We help Personal Representatives navigate every step of probate. Schedule a consultation with Amy Kuronen Law at 218-464-1456

Learn how a probate attorney assists a personal representative is responsible for handling all the matters necessary to wind up an estate.

10/06/2026

Who needs a Health Care Directive? Short answer: Every adult🩺

A Health Care Directive is a powerful document that names someone you trust to make medical decisions for you if you’re ever unable to speak for yourself. It also outlines the exact medical care you do or don't want to receive.

Why create one now?
• Stops unwanted medical treatments before they start.
• Spares your loved ones from agonizing guesswork during a medical crisis.
• It never expires, and you can update it whenever your life or health changes.

Don't put off this crucial piece of your estate plan! Call Estate Planning Attorney Amy Kuronen today at 218-464-1459 to get started.

Now offering services to those in Prior Lake, Edina, and the surrounding areas.

EVERY ADULT needs a Health Care Directive to designate who will make decisions regarding your care if you can't do it yourself. Learn more.

10/03/2026

Named as a Trustee? Being named a Trustee is a meaningful responsibility, but it also carries significant legal weight. As a trustee, you hold a fiduciary duty to manage trust assets, handle distributions, document tax and accounting compliance, and strictly interpret trust terms.

Here is the danger: An error or oversight can lead a beneficiary to claim a breach of fiduciary duty, which can result in personal financial liability for you.

You don't have to carry that burden alone. Individual trustees frequently hire a Trust Administration attorney to guide them through compliance, paperwork, and distribution requests to ensure everything is done by the book.

Serving as a Trustee? Contact Amy Kuronen Law today for expert administrative guidance: https://amykuronenlaw.com/trust-administration-attorney/

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09/30/2026

Unsure of the next steps after losing a loved one?

If you’ve been named as a personal representative or trustee, knowing where to start with legal paperwork can feel daunting. From opening the estate to final distributions, efficient legal representation helps ease the administrative burden so you can focus on your family. Amy Kuronen provides diligent, efficient, and compassionate counsel to guide personal representatives through every stage of estate administration.

Contact Amy Kuronen Law to get the support you need to close an estate with confidence: https://amykuronenlaw.com/probate-attorney/

Now offering services to those in Wayzata, Lakeville, and the surrounding areas.

09/27/2026

Once your child reaches adulthood, you no longer have automatic access to their financial info, bank accounts, or medical records, even in an emergency. Setting up a Power of Attorney (POA) creates a vital legal safety net.

Why young adults need a Power of Attorney:
- Trusted adults can assist with banking, lease agreements, or insurance needs while they're away at school or traveling
- For adult children with disabilities who have capacity, a POA offers support as a wonderful alternative to court-ordered guardianship
- Families can avoid costly, public, and time-consuming guardianship or conservatorship proceedings if an unexpected crisis occurs

Learn how a Power of Attorney protects your young adult.

It’s time to talk to your adult children about a power of attorney. Amy can help you learn what should be considered to get the conversation started.

09/24/2026

Think it’s too late to start estate planning in retirement? Think again.

It’s never too late to gain control over your financial legacy. Getting basic decision-making tools like a Power of Attorney and Healthcare Directive in place gives you the clarity you need to stop worrying and fully enjoy retirement.

Take action today. Read the Estate Planning and Retirement Planning Guide.

Discover how to align estate planning with your retirement goals. Learn how POAs, trusts, and beneficiary designations protect your assets.

09/21/2026

Named as a Personal Representative? Here’s what you need to know.

Stepping into the role of a personal representative (executor) can feel overwhelming during a time of grief. You are legally responsible for wrapping up an estate, from court filings to asset distribution.
Key legal facts about serving as a representative:
• You are legally obligated to act in the best interest of the estate's heirs
• Mistakes or omissions in the administration process can lead to personal liability
•A probate attorney represents you directly as the representative, helping you fulfill your duties correctly and efficiently

You don't have to navigate court paperwork and complex administration tasks alone. Contact Probate Attorney Amy Kuronen to ease the burden online https://amykuronenlaw.com/probate-attorney/ or call 218-464-1459