Tralle Law, LLC

02/02/2023

Tax time? More like time to check your financial health:

Tax time is the perfect time to reflect and regroup financially.

01/26/2023

Dying is kind of like driving in the winter. It is going to happen to everyone, but decisions you make will determine how smooth a drive it will be.

Will it be windy, icy, and limited visability?

Or, will the roads be treated, plowed, and clear?

If you'd like the clear and easier path, contact Claire Tralle today, to set up an initial consultation: https://www.trallelaw.com/contact

Image of Superior National Forest in Dultuh, MN, with snow and frost covered trees hanging over a partially plowed road with the sun shining.

06/08/2021

Ok, you've gathered the information, you've hired a lawyer, you've had an initial hearing (if required), and now you're in the heart of the probate administration...except, what does that mean?

Explanation of the Probate administration process in Minnesota. This is the heart of the probate process and for many takes between six and eighteen months.

06/01/2021

The probate process continues with the initial hearing.

PLEASE NOTE: Minnesota counties are doing this a little differently post-pandemic. Sometimes there will be a phone hearing rather than an in-person hearing. This depends on the county and if the probate is formal or informal. Please discuss your particular case with a Minnesota attorney.

At the initial hearing, the proposed Personal Representative becomes the legal Personal Representative and may begin administering the estate.

05/25/2021

Probate Process in Minnesota Continues!

You've met and hired an attorney and determined how to proceed. Now all these initial documents must be filed. What are they?

After you and your attorney have determined the best option for the probate proceeding it is time to draft the initial documents.

05/18/2021

Probate process in Minnesota continues! You've met and retained an attorney. What's next? This is where the Personal Representative comes into play...

The Personal Representative’s job in the probate proceeding is to collect all the probate assets, and administer according to the decedent’s Will.

05/11/2021

What is the probate process in Minnesota? It's not scary! It can be the best option in some cases, too. Here is step one of the process:

After a loved one has died, it is important to consult with an attorney. Probate is not always required. An attorney can determine whether it is necessary.

04/21/2021

What is a Transfer on Death Deed? Who could benefit from it? Who should not use one?

The TODD handles only real estate with the intention of transferring property outside of probate.

04/16/2021

"Should I hire an attorney?" series continues with probate and estate administration!

Liz interviews Claire to determine when one should hire an attorney. This time in probate and estate administration.

04/13/2021

What is a Trust? Is it only for fancy rich people? Why might you need one?

Find out more:

What is a Testamentary Trust? Who needs a Trust? Who is named in a Trust? Why might you want a Trust? Read more to learn about Testamentary Trusts.

03/23/2021

What is a Will? Who needs a Will? Today we continue our estate planning journey with this important document!

In the most basic of cases a Will dictates what you want done with your property after you die, and who should help facilitate those transfers. In other words, your Will states who should get what stuff, and who should make sure that stuff is given to the right people or organization.