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Pet Trusts are now legal in Minnesota!

Remember the 2007 $12 million dollar trust created by Leona Helmsley at her death for her beloved Maltese dog, aptly named Trouble? Well now you can legally set up trusts to assist future caretakers for the expenses of your pet's care after your passing. The governor officially signed the law under Minn. Statute 501C.0408. 


Upcoming Events and Articles

  • June 16: End of Life Informational Workshop, St. Peter's Church, 1405 Sibley Memorial Hwy, St. Paul, MN  55120; 10am and 6pm. Estate Planning, Advanced Funeral Planning, VA Benefits. Refreshments provided. RSVP to Broc Dobervich, DeWitt Law, 612-305-1432. Contact Broc if you are an employee of a religious facility and wish to host a seminar of this genre at your place of worship.

  • June 20: "Trusts 101: One-Day Seminar," National Business Institute, Bloomington MN. Register here. This course is for attorneys, investment professionals, financial advisors, bankers, and trust officers and staff - basically anyone that needs a good base, a refresher, or general knowledge of working with personal trusts. Click here for more information. RSVP to Broc Dobervich, DeWitt Law, 612 305 1432.
  • July 28: End of Life Planning Workshop, Estate Planning, Advanced Funeral Planning, VA Benefits. Refreshments provided. RSVP to Broc Dobervich, DeWitt Law, 612-305-1432. Contact Broc if you are an employee of a religious facility and wish to host a seminar of this genre at your place of worship.   
Pet Trusts are now legal in Minnesota!

Remember the 2007 $12 million dollar trust created by Leona Helmsley at her death for her beloved Maltese dog, aptly named Trouble? Well now you can legally set up trusts to assist future caretakers for the expenses of your pet's care after your passing.

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