From time to time, I receive phone calls from potential clients who just want a “simple” postnuptial agreement. Usually, the situation involves an inherited business or other income-producing property—or some other (usually unforeseen) life-changing event that significantly impacts financial circumstances. Usually, the caller has briefly discussed the situation with his or her spouse and the...

Mankato, MN (January 4, 2023) – Gislason & Hunter LLP attorney Christopher Kamath has been named a Partner in the firm. Kamath focuses his practice in the areas of Trusts & Estates, Agriculture Law & Agribusiness and Finance & Banking. “I am proud to welcome Chris to the Gislason & Hunter partnership,” said Managing Partner...

There are many areas of a job applicant’s life that a person may be curious about, but an employer should steer clear of. This article identifies some of the questions employers should avoid (Interview Don’ts) and things employers you should remember and do when interviewing applicants. Interview Don’ts: Don’t ask questions about membership in protected...

  Introduction So, you’ve been nominated as a Personal Representative of someone’s estate. Chances are that the estate you’ve been asked to administer belongs to one of your parents. You, as the most responsible (or physically closest) child, want to honor the decedent’s wishes and fairly administer the estate. Do you accept or decline the...

New Ulm, MN (December 21, 2022) – Gislason & Hunter LLP is pleased to welcome Alexander Asawa as a new attorney. Alex focuses his practice on agribusiness, business and corporate law, finance and banking, litigation, and trusts and estates. “We are excited to welcome Alex to the firm,” said Gislason & Hunter Managing Partner and...

The Road to Legalization? The road to our current legal field began with the federal 2018 Farm Bill, which legalized the cultivation and sale of hemp at the federal level. Specifically, any hemp containing a maximum of 0.3% THC by weight was now considered “legal” at the federal level. Importantly to Minnesota, the Farm Bill...

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