In May 2025, substantial amendments to Minnesota’s trust and estate statutes were enacted. Some of these changes include changes to the Uniform Trust Code, the Uniform Probate Code, the Power of Appointment Act, and to modernize Minnesota’s statutory Rule Against Perpetuities. These revisions update the legal framework governing trusts and estates in Minnesota and enhance planning opportunities for multi-generation estate planning.
Are You Ready for Minnesota’s New Data Privacy Law?
The Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act (“MCDPA”) introduces new rights for consumers and new obligations for businesses – and it takes effect July 31, 2025. If your business handles personal information from Minnesota residents, now is the time to prepare. Can you respond to consumer requests under the new law? Are your opt-out tools in place? Have you updated your privacy notice?
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August 15, 2018
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We’re Proud of Our 11 All-Stars. The entire Henson Efron team brings their A-game when serving clients every day. Today, we couldn’t be more proud than to announce our 11 all-star attorneys awarded Best Lawyers® in America 2019. A major league achievement! Best Lawyers® lists are compiled based on an exhaustive peer review process and have…
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July 18, 2018
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David Bradley Olsen may hate headlines, but he keeps making them. Read his recent spotlight article in Super Lawyers Magazine | Minnesota 2018. David Bradley Olsen is an attorney and shareholder at Henson Efron where he has been practicing business litigation for nearly 30 years. He represents individuals and companies of all sizes in a…
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July 16, 2018
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The Minnesota Supreme Court recently appointed Lisa Spencer as Chair of the 4th District Ethics Committee. District Ethics Committees are established in each of the 21 district bar associations to investigate complaints of unethical conduct against Minnesota lawyers for the state Lawyers Professional Responsibility Board. District Ethics Committees are made up of volunteer attorneys and…
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July 13, 2018
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Kathryn Graves and J.R. Maddox were recently recognized by the University of St. Thomas for participating in their mentorship program and sharing their wisdom and resources with current law students. More than 1,700 respected lawyers and judges have served as mentors to law students through their Mentor Externship Program which is a key component of…
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