Law Office of Shawn Vogt Sween LLC

10/21/2026

🌾 Who will take over the family farm?

Farm succession planning is about more than passing down land. Planning ahead can help protect your family's legacy and ease the transition to the next generation.

These conversations aren't always easy. We're happy to help you talk through your options.

Angie Doucette of American Farmland Trust discusses the succession challenges facing farm families and how the ADM Farm Forward initiative supports them.

08/03/2026

Our office recently volunteered with the United Way of Southeast Minnesota to pack backpacks with school supplies for area students. For more info, to donate, or to volunteer, reach out to United Way of Southeast Minnesota:

Gather your friends and neighbors for this free, block-party-style event in downtown Rochester—and stop by to support local students as they prepare for a successful school year.

12/01/2025

Today is the deadline for Minnesota employers to notify employees of the new Minnesota Paid Leave benefits and any employee contributions that will begin on January 1, 2026.

Paid Leave is a new way to support your employees when they need it most. Learn about your roles and responsibilities as an employer, and how Paid Leave can work for you and your organization.

03/28/2025

We are hiring. Please apply online.

Law Office of Shawn Vogt Sween, LLC

07/29/2024

We are hiring for a part-time legal secretary. The hours are somewhat flexible. Please reach out if you are interested and we can talk more. A successful applicant will be friendly, talkative, and detail-oriented.

Send a message to learn more

11/23/2023

This Thanksgiving, as we gather with gratitude, let's reflect on the legacy we're creating. Ensure your impact endures for generations to come.

When Geoffrey Holt died in June, his will revealed a secret: He had $3.8 million, and he was leaving all of it to the town of Hinsdale, where he had been living quietly in a trailer park.

11/21/2023

🍁🌟 Happy Thanksgiving! 🌟🍂

As we gather around our tables this week to give thanks, our hearts are filled with gratitude for the incredible families we have the privilege of serving. Wishing you a Thanksgiving filled with warmth, joy, and cherished moments with your loved ones.

May this special day be a time of reflection, appreciation, and laughter. Whether you're indulging in a festive feast, sharing stories, or simply enjoying the company of family and friends, we hope your Thanksgiving is filled with love and happiness.

In the spirit of gratitude, we want to express our sincere thanks for entrusting us with your estate planning and farm succession needs. It's an honor to be part of your family's journey toward a secure future.

Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍂

11/02/2022

Who You Are:
You are a person that pays attention to details. You like numbers to balance and everything lined up neatly and organized. You can work under a deadline and you make people feel at ease because they know you’re on top of things. You want a lot of independence in your workflow, but you enjoy working closely with people.

Who We Are:
We are a law firm that serves farmers and people in Minnesota’s rural communities. We focus on real estate closings, estate planning, and business law for farms, rural businesses, and rural folks. Our team members get things done for people, and carry out systematic processes with lots of independence.
We commit to these core values:
• Your story matters.
• Problems can be solved together.
• We are called to share our gifts with our community.
• We are individuals whose lives and purposes matter.
• We care deeply about a thriving rural Minnesota, and its communities, businesses, and residents.

The Job:
The real estate paralegal will work directly with the attorney, banks, realtors, government officials, and customers to ensure everything is ready for a successful real estate closing. Daily tasks will include communication with key partners, obtaining information and approvals from government agencies, balancing settlement statements with lenders and opposing parties, and communicating with sellers or purchasers regarding upcoming closings.

Skills Required:
• Strong Attention to Detail
• Good with numbers.
• Bookkeeping, accounting, banking, or prior real estate experience helpful but not required.
• Familiar with Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
• Willingness to learn new software and systems through on-the-job training
• Strong written and oral communication skills for working directly with customers and key partners
• Ability to obtain title agent state licensure (no prior bankruptcy or criminal record)

Key Information You Need to Know:
Location: Hybrid. Applicant must have ability to work in Grand Meadow with option for remote work.
Position Type: Full or part-time positions available
Deadline: November 18, 2022

10/25/2022

Our office is closed today and phones are down due to a state-wide Arvig (phones and internet) outage. We look forward to serving you when our virtual systems are back up again.