Stone Arch Law Office, PLLC

03/19/2026

Estate planning is about making sure loved ones are cared for and that your legacy extends to future generations.

Grandparents often ask whether they should include their grandchildren directly in their trust documents. It can feel like a meaningful way to provide support for education, housing, or other life milestones.

However, the decision is not always as simple as adding names to a document. Trust structures, family growth, and long-term planning goals all play a role.

Working with an estate planning lawyer at Stone Arch Law Office will help you review these options and create a plan that fits your family’s goals!

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03/18/2026

Minnesota estate laws change frequently, and failing to keep up can lead to unnecessary taxes and financial complications. Make sure your estate plan is up-to-date and optimized for current tax laws!

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Philip Ruce, Estate Planning Director at Stone Arch Law Office, helps Minnesota families navigate estate and tax laws to protect their assets. In this video, Phil covers:

✅ Estate Taxes – Understanding federal vs. Minnesota estate taxes and how they impact your estate
✅ Retirement Accounts (401ks & IRAs) – Critical rules on distributions to spouses, children, and charities
✅ Capital Gains & Gifting Strategies – Planning for tax-efficient wealth transfers
✅ Trusts & Estate Plans – Avoiding common mistakes that could cost your beneficiaries

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03/16/2026

When you meet with our estate planning team at Stone Arch Law Office, there's no such thing as a silly question. We take pride in being legal educators, with answers you can understand and trust. Check out our blog for simple answers to your top estate planning questions!

Today's topic: How Should You Choose A Trustee?
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Explore how Minnetonka trust lawyers can assist you in selecting the perfect trustee for managing your trust and assets.

02/16/2026

❔What's the Difference Between a Grantor and Non-Grantor Trust?

↪️ Setting up a trust is a great way to protect your assets and plan for the future. But did you know that aside from irrevocable and revocable, there are other factors that indicate what type of trust you have? All of these types of trusts offer different benefits and may impact trust administration.

In this quick guide, you’ll learn the difference between a grantor trust and a non-grantor trust. We’ll also cover some potential benefits of each, what implications each type has for taxes, and how you can decide what type of trust is right for you.

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Learn the difference between grantor and non-grantor trusts as well as potential tax implications for trusts with this step-by-step guide.

02/10/2026

Should You Agree to Be a Trustee for a Family Member?

It can be a huge compliment knowing that someone believes you're responsible and trustworthy enough to be a trustee. However, you should consider the requirements, your own ability to fulfill them, and your personal goals and needs, now and in the future, before you say yes.

An experienced attorney will provide guidance to help you make the right decisions while you navigate the estate planning process. Keep reading for information that can help you make the right decision if you’re being asked to take on a trustee role for someone else:

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02/05/2026

Did you check anything off the list? Give our Estate Planning Team a call today!

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02/02/2026

When people begin estate planning, most start with a will. At some point, many also hear about something called a revocable living trust. That’s usually when questions start to pile up. Is a trust complicated? Do you lose control of your assets? Is it only for certain families?

A revocable living trust is simply a way to hold and manage property during your lifetime and outline how it should be handled later. Understanding what actually goes into the trust, and how it functions, can help you decide whether it belongs in your overall estate plan.

This guide from Stone Arch Law Office makes revocable living trusts easy to understand for Minnesota families:

Discover what a revocable living trust is and how it can benefit your estate planning process for better asset management.

01/30/2026

Minnesota Business Owners: Don't Build a Company Your Kids Can't Inherit!

As a hardworking business owner in Minnesota, you may have most of your wealth tied directly to your company. Without a clear plan, your children might inherit ownership without guidance, authority, or a path forward. Working with an estate planning attorney at Stone Arch Law Office can help you put thoughtful decisions in place to guarantee an easy succession plan for your legacy.

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Learn how a business law lawyer in Minnesota can help owners with estate planning to safeguard their business legacy.

01/28/2026

Do you want to leave your kids an inheritance,"without the mess"?
Most families have the best intentions when creating their estate plans, but problems arise when communication isn't clear and your family finds themselves in the midst of confusing paperwork and probate.

Inheritance planning doesn’t have to be complicated, but it does need to be clear. Many families come to Stone Arch Law Office because they want to understand their options, avoid common probate issues, and create a plan their kids can actually follow.

A conversation with the Stone Arch team can help you talk through your goals, learn how tools like wills and revocable trusts work in Minnesota, and decide what type of planning makes sense for you and your loved ones.

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10/21/2025

It’s natural to want to provide for your children or grandchildren after you’re gone. However, naming a minor as a beneficiary, whether on a life insurance policy, IRA, or bank account, can unintentionally create significant legal hurdles for your family.

In Minnesota, minors can’t legally own property or manage inherited funds. That means if you leave money or assets directly to a child, your family may have to go to court to establish guardianship or conservatorship before those assets can be accessed.

Fortunately, with careful estate planning, you can protect your loved ones and make sure your legacy is handled exactly as you intend.

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At Stone Arch Law Office, we help families create clear, compassionate plans that keep your wishes intact and your family protected. Don’t leave these decisions to chance. Give us a call today! (612) 444-5555

Find out about the importance of guardianship and conservatorship in Minnesota for managing assets inherited by minors.

10/17/2025

The team at Stone Arch Law Office hopes everyone had a wonderful summer!

Now that school is back in session, the kids are off to college, and there's a chill in the air... 🍂 it's a great time to get cozy and start securing your legacy with an estate plan!

Whether you're looking to set up a trust, update your will, or maybe you're starting from scratch and want to avoid probate, our estate planning experts are here to make the process as easy as pumpkin pie.

Here's to making more memories from our families to yours!

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