Estate Planning for the Non-Specialist was hosted by Minnesota CLE on July 22. This seminar provided an overview of estate planning issues likely to be encountered in non-estate planning practices. In his session “Estate Planning Strategies for Business Owners,” Josh Hillger discusses different considerations for succession planning goals and how they intersect with estate planning […]
Best & Flanagan’s Megan Kunze will be speaking at the SouthWest Metro Chamber of Commerce General Membership Luncheon on Wednesday, June 17. Joining a panel with Alex Lipnik (Data Elevate, LLC) and Dave Maynard (Syntax), the event promises a comprehensive discussion on the integration of artificial intelligence in business operations. This luncheon presents a valuable […]
Minnesota CLE will host the 2026 Probate and Trust Law Section Conference on June 8 and 9. This annual conference serves as a crucial platform for legal professionals to discuss the evolving landscape of estate planning. Best & Flanagan’s Josh Hillger and Barbara Kristiansson will co-present on “Probating the Difficult Estate: Identifying and Managing Problem […]
Elizabeth Cox and Megan Kunze will present at the upcoming education session hosted by the Association of Women Contractors (AWC) on Tuesday, February 10. Their presentation will focus on the timely and challenging topic for Minnesota’s construction industry: how heightened U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity can disrupt ongoing projects. The session will address […]
On January 24, Dan Nelson met with Lutheran Services in America’s Housing Solutions Collaborative to present another potential solution for affordable housing. An Affordable Senior Housing Tax Credit (ASHTC) program would increase the supply of desirable, new “empty nester” senior rental housing alternatives at moderate rental rates, thus providing incentives for senior homeowners of modestly […]
The 2025 Real Estate Institute was hosted by Minnesota CLE on October 23-24. This annual conference covers everything new in real estate law, from cases and legislation to title standards and other new developments, while emphasizing the practical ways and tips to apply it in practice. In their session “New FINCEN Regulations Go Into Effect […]
The SouthWest Metro Chamber of Commerce will host a general membership luncheon on Wednesday, October 22, where Megan Kunze will be presenting on Minnesota’s Safe and Sick Time and Paid Family & Medical Leave laws, both set to take effect January 1, 2026, and what they mean for employers and employees. The event will cover key provisions, […]
The Mechanics Lien Toolkit was hosted by Minnesota CLE on September 16. This seminar provided an overview of mechanics liens, along with guidance on core topics and insights into advanced issues attorneys may face when representing claimants, owners and lenders. In his session “Understanding Tenant Improvements” David Krco discussed topics such as property interests subject to liens, […]
Real Estate Titles in Minnesota – Examining Title and Clearing Title Defects was hosted by Minnesota CLE on June 4. This seminar addressed a variety of foundational topics – marketable title, legal descriptions, resolving title defects, actions involving the courts and more – all of which are addressed in the chapters of the new, second […]
Minnesota CLE will host the upcoming 2025 Probate and Trust Law Section Conference on June 16 and 17. This year’s conference features annual updates on new developments and trends in the field, and provides attendees with practical analysis and opportunities to learn useful tips and strategies. On June 17, Jennifer Lammers will be participating as a member […]